What are the responsibilities and job description for the Park Ranger 1 (Emigrant Springs) position at Parks and Recreation Department?
Initial Posting Date:
03/28/2025
Application Deadline:
04/13/2025
Agency:
Parks and Recreation Department
Salary Range:
$4,023 - $5,325
Position Type:
Employee
Position Title:
Park Ranger 1 (Emigrant Springs)
Job Description:
Emigrant Springs State Heritage Area
Near Pendleton, Oregon, United States
Welcome Statement
Oregon Parks and Recreation Department (OPRD) is proud to care for Oregon’s extraordinary landscapes and rich cultural history. The department serves its visitors and all Oregonians through its properties and programs, and recognizes that the state’s resilience and beauty are strengthened by its diverse population. Oregon State Parks are public spaces where all are welcome. We value and serve everyone, and we are committed to providing safe and equitable access to state parks and agency programs. The department will not tolerate racism, harassment, discrimination or intimidation in any form
Your New Role
As a Park Ranger will perform, conduct and oversee a variety of tasks in order to protect, maintain, operate and repair state park lands, natural and cultural resources, structures, facilities, equipment and systems. You will do this by using skills in building trades, including carpentry, electrical, plumbing, painting and landscape maintenance, as well as specialized program skills (e.g.: resource interpretation, cultural and natural resource restoration, utility infrastructure operation, park rule enforcement, etc.) related to the maintenance and operations of OPRD programs, properties within the Blue Mountain Management Unit.
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Housing is not available.
What's in it for you:
An exciting opportunity to help millions of visitors connect with the top state parks across America; working alongside a dedicated, skilled, and passionate team of professionals. Additional benefits include:
- Work/life balance, 11 paid holidays a year, and acompetitive benefits package.
- Advancement and learning opportunities that will help grow your career with the State of Oregon.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Two (2) years of visitor services experience (e.g. rule enforcement; interpretation such as education and environmental awareness programs; special events and activities; etc.) AND/OR maintenance experience (e.g., construction trades, landscaping).
OR
- An Associate's degree or higher in Park and Recreation Administration or Natural Resource Management or Environmental Studies; AND Six (6) months of visitor services experience (e.g. rule enforcement; interpretation such as education and environmental awareness programs; special events and activities; etc.) AND/OR maintenance experience (e.g., construction trades, landscaping).
Special Requirements:
- To be hired, a criminal record and driving record check must be completed that meets OPRD Criteria at the time of hire, and throughout employment while also maintaining a valid driver’s license.
- Obtain and maintain one or more of the following after appointment, as applicable or required to perform duties of the position:
- First Aid/CPR Certification
- Enforcement Officer Status
- Pesticide Applicators License
- Chainsaw Operator’s certification Faller level
Desired Attributes:
- Skill in performing plumbing, carpentry, electrical, painting, repairing, constructing, custodial and grounds keeping tasks including the safe and productive use of related tools, materials and equipment in a professional setting.
- Ability to work independently while educating the public about, and requesting compliance with, park rules and policies.
- Skill and experience using computerized reservation systems to register guests in an overnight campground setting.
- Skill in reconciling fees in a campground setting.
- Leadership experience and skills working with diverse work teams including seasonal staff, other permanent staff, volunteers, youth crews, or the general public while working in a federal, state, Tribal or county park system.
- Experience coordinating, training, and overseeing volunteers
How to Apply:
Applications will be reviewed for minimum qualifications and desired attributes listed above, consistency of information, and professional communication.
- Use the "My Experience" section in your Workday candidate profile to provide a detailed overview of your work history, experience, and skills, demonstrating how you meet the minimum qualifications and any of the desired attributes listed above.What You Need to Know to Get the Job.
- The information in your application will be used to complete a pay equity assessment to determine salary placement upon hire. Please see the link here to ourPay Equity Project.
- External Applicants: Click on the “Apply” link and submit your application. View thisvideoor thisknowledge articlefor assistance.
- Internal Applicants (Current State of Oregon employees): Apply via your employee Workday account. View thisknowledge articlefor help.
- Veterans: We value the dedication of Veterans! Take advantage of Veterans’ Preference by submitting the required documentation at time of application. The requirements can be found on theVeterans' Resourcespage under “Qualifying for Veterans’ Preference”.
- After applying, log in to your Workday account (application site) to see if you have any pending tasks or actions that need to be completed before the announcement closes. Save a copy of this job announcement for your reference.
Additional Information:
- This position is represented by Service Employees International Union (SEIU).
- This announcement may be used to fill future vacancies as they occur.
- Oregon Parks & Recreation Department does not offer visa sponsorships. Within three days of hire, all applicants will be required to complete theUS Department of Justice Form I-9, confirming authorization to work in the United States. Oregon Parks and Recreation Department uses E-Verify to confirm that applicants are authorized to work in the United States.
Contact Information:
- For questions about this position, contact hiring supervisor: Justin Paulsen atJustin.Paulsen@oprd.oregon.govor by phone: 541-910-6285.
- For questions on application process, email:OPRD.Recruiting@oprd.oregon.gov.
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Oregon Parks and Recreation Department is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, committed to diversity.
