Gorge Park Manager | Lead Complex Operations & Conservation

Oregon Department of Human Services; Corbett (OR); On-site; USD 6,500 - 10,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

11 paid holidays

Competitive benefits package

Advancement opportunities

Job summary

Oregon Parks and Recreation Department seeks a permanent full-time Park Manager 3 for the Gorge region (Columbia River Gorge - Rooster Rock State Park near Portland). You will oversee park operations, supervision of staff, resource conservation, maintenance and visitor services.

The role involves long- and short-range planning, partnerships with associations, and managing budgets and revenue programs, with emphasis on safety, diversity, and public access.

Qualifications

• Six years of progressively responsible experience as a Park Manager or equivalent natural resource manager.
• Bachelor's degree in Park and Recreation Administration, Natural Resource Management, Environmental Studies or a related field, AND 3 years of progressively responsible experience as a Park Manager or equivalent natural resource manager.
• Associate degree in Park and Recreation Administration, Natural Resource Management, Environmental Studies or a related field AND 4.5 years of progressively responsible experience as a Park Manager or equivalent natural resource manager.
• Criminal record and driving record check required at hire and during employment; valid driver's license.
• First Aid/CPR Certification and OPRD Enforcement Officer Status after appointment.
• Person in the position has to live on site.

Responsibilities

• Directly plan and supervise the maintenance, operation and interpretation, rehabilitation and construction activities for all park properties within the management unit.
• Supervise the implementation and operation of OPRD revenue programs.
• Support the OPRD's affirmative action plan and maintain a work environment free from harassment and discrimination; promptly investigate complaints.
• Conduct boundary inspections for trespass violations; inspect properties for negative impacts to natural and cultural resources.
• Maintain an appropriate inventory of maintenance and operations supplies and materials.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Park and Recreation Administration, Natural Resource Management, Environmental Studies or a related field

Associate degree in Park and Recreation Administration, Natural Resource Management, Environmental Studies or a related field

Job description

Oregon Parks and Recreation Department seeks a permanent full-time Park Manager 3 for the Gorge region (Columbia River Gorge - Rooster Rock State Park near Portland). You will oversee park operations, supervision of staff, resource conservation, maintenance and visitor services.

The role involves long- and short-range planning, partnerships with associations, and managing budgets and revenue programs, with emphasis on safety, diversity, and public access.