Gorge Park Operations Leader

State of Oregon; Corbett (OK); On-site; USD 73,000 - 112,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits package

11 paid holidays

Job summary

Oregon Parks and Recreation Department is seeking a permanent full-time Park Manager 3 for the Gorge region, overseeing park operations, long- and short-range planning, staff supervision, and resource conservation across a major management unit near Rooster Rock State Park.

The role requires coordinating with agencies, honoring cultural resources, and managing complex facilities, budgets, and visitation. On-site living is required.

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.
• Must obtain 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 is seeking a permanent full-time Park Manager 3 for the Gorge region, overseeing park operations, long- and short-range planning, staff supervision, and resource conservation across a major management unit near Rooster Rock State Park.

The role requires coordinating with agencies, honoring cultural resources, and managing complex facilities, budgets, and visitation. On-site living is required.