What are the responsibilities and job description for the Park Ranger 2 - Fort Stevens State Park position at Parks and Recreation Department?
Initial Posting Date:
02/25/2025
Application Deadline:
03/10/2025
Agency:
Parks and Recreation Department
Salary Range:
$4,207 - $5,842
Position Type:
Employee
Position Title:
Park Ranger 2 - Fort Stevens State Park
Job Description:
Fort Stevens State Park
Near Astoria, 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 full-time Park Ranger 2, you will independently plan and execute complex park maintenance, operations, facility management, resource conservation, and interpretation tasks, either personally or by overseeing others. Your role will involve protecting, maintaining, operating, repairing, and enhancing state park lands, natural and cultural resources, structures, facilities, equipment, and systems.
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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:
- Four 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
- A Bachelor's degree in Park and Recreation Administration, Natural Resource Management, Environmental Studies and 1 year 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 in Park and Recreation Administration or Natural Resource Management or Environmental Studies and 2.5 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).
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.
- Must wear OPRD supplied uniform and comply with appearance code while on duty.
- Obtain and maintain one or more of the following after appointment:
- First Aid/CPR Certification
- Valid Driver's License
- Enforcement Officer Status
- Pesticide Applicators License
Desired Attributes:
- Skill in “Verbal Judo” or similar tactical communications method and excellent written communication.
- Skill in investigating and evaluating situations related to the welfare of the public, applying rules and guidelines, and determining and carrying out appropriate course of action.
- Skill in maintaining composure and taking appropriate action during emergency or emotionally charged situations.
- Skilled in facility maintenance and construction duties to include planning and organizing equipment, materials and staff to accomplish work.
- Skilled in the safe use of tools and motorized equipment related to facility maintenance.
- Skill in analyzing, prioritizing and planning resource conservation tasks to accomplish goals.
- Skilled in providing resource interpretation information to the public.
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”.
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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: Mike Simonsen via email: Mike.SIMONSEN@oprd.oregon.gov or phone: 503 861 3170 x 27.
- For questions on application process, email:OPRD.Recruiting@oprd.oregon.gov.
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