What are the responsibilities and job description for the Park Specialist position at Parks and Recreation Department?
Initial Posting Date:
01/21/2025
Application Deadline:
02/03/2025
Agency:
Parks and Recreation Department
Salary Range:
$3,705 - $5,066
Position Type:
Employee
Position Title:
Park Specialist
Job Description:
L.L. Stub Stewart State Park
Near Portland, Oregon
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 permanent, full-time Park Specialist, you will provide confidential secretarial support and perform administrative work for park management including providing accounting, payroll and human resources support for both internal and external customers in a positive and welcoming environment.
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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:
- Two (2) years of experience as an administrative or program support specialist. Administrative support entails those duties beyond clerical or secretarial such as: interpretation of laws, rules, and regulations; administrative data collection and analysis; evaluation and explanation of administrative processes, operations, or projects;
OR
- An equivalent combination of training and experience. One year of post-secondary education may be substituted for up to one year of the required experience.
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.
Desired Attributes:
- Customer-Focused and Collaborative Communicator: Experienced in a reception setting, providing clear, communication and smooth interactions with visitors, staff, and external contacts. Effectively explaining laws, rules, and policies related to programs, operations, or services, while maintaining a positive attitude and creating a welcoming environment.
- Office Coordination: Experienced fulfilling office coordination responsibilities and maintaining confidentiality with sensitive information. Not limited to: HR and Payroll forms, payables and receivables, monthly invoices and statements, travel reimbursements, I-9 verification, employee onboarding, distribute and track issued equipment, keys, uniforms etc. within a public or professional setting.
- Quick Learner and Adaptable: Rapidly acquires new skills, adjusts priorities to changing tasks and competing deadlines, and adapts to seasonal demands and fluctuating park needs.
- Productive and Focused: Strong work ethic and organizational skills, meeting deadlines, identifying challenges, and implementing solutions to ensure efficient operations.
- Tech-Savvy and Software: Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Access, Outlook, Word), payroll, and financial systems. Ability to learn new technologies quickly to improve workflow and processes.
- Technical and Analytical Proficiency: Ability to work with and quickly learn medium-complex coding and billing processes, gather and organize data efficiently, and support asset inventory programs. Skilled in composing clear and concise emails to respond to inquiries, provide instructions, and create procedures or training materials.
How to Apply:
Applications will be reviewed 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.
- Interviews for this position may include virtual or video format. At least one round will require an in-person interview.
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: Aaron Raines,Aaron.RAINES@oprd.oregon.gov503-324-0606 x222.
- 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.
