Park Manager 3 - Gorge

State of Oregon; Salem (OR); Presencial; USD 73 000 - 112 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

11 paid holidays

Competitive benefits package

Career advancement opportunities

Training and professional development

Resumo da oferta

The Oregon Parks and Recreation Department is seeking a permanent full-time Park Manager 3 for the Gorge region, based at Columbia River Gorge – Rooster Rock State Park near Portland. You will oversee park operations, long- and short-range planning, and supervise staff and volunteers across facilities, budgets, and visitor services.

The role requires strategic oversight of maintenance, revenue programs, stewardship of resources, and collaboration with associations and government partners.

Qualificações

• 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 related field with 3+ years of experience.
• Or an associate degree with 4.5+ years of related Park Manager experience.

Responsabilidades

• Directly plan and supervise maintenance, operation, interpretation, rehabilitation and construction for all park properties.
• Supervise revenue program implementation and operation.
• Support affirmative action and maintain a harassment-free workplace; investigate complaints.
• Conduct boundary inspections; monitor impacts to resources.
• Maintain inventory of maintenance and operations supplies.

Conhecimentos

Park operations management

Staff supervision

Budget oversight

Strategic planning

Formação académica

Bachelor's in Park & Recreation Administration

Natural Resource Management related degree

Environmental Studies related degree

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Initial Posting Date: 10/08/2026

Application Deadline: 10/22/2026

Agency: Parks and Recreation Department

Parks and Recreation Department

Salary Range: $6,507 - $10,076

Position Type: Employee

Position Title: Park Manager 3 - Gorge

Columbia River Gorge - Rooster Rock State Park

Near Portland, Oregon

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 Manager 3, you will oversee the full scope of park operations. This includes long‑and short‑range planning; supervising paid and volunteer staff through subordinate managers; and directing resource conservation, maintenance, and visitor services activities. You will manage one of OPRD’s larger and more complex park management units, characterized by a combination of high Maintenance Management Plan hours, sophisticated facilities and infrastructure, numerous properties and staff positions, substantial budgets and revenue, and significant day-use and overnight visitation. Your responsibilities may also involve stewardship of threatened and endangered species, oversight of cultural resources listed on the National Register of Historic Places, and partnership with OPRD cooperating associations, as well as managing various intergovernmental, agricultural, or concession agreements.

Additional Duties Include:

• 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.

For a complete list of duties and working conditions click here.

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 a competitive benefits package.
• Advancement and learning opportunities that will help grow your career with the State of Oregon.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Six years of progressively responsible experience as a Park Manager or equivalent natural resource manager; OR
• Possession of a 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; OR
• Possession of an 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.

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 obtain First Aid/CPR Certification and OPRD Enforcement Officer Status after appointment
• Person in the position has to live on site.

Desired Attributes:

• Experience with determining the methods, means and personnel by which park operations are conducted in large, complex or numerous park properties.
• Experience evaluating the effectiveness of plans and activities, and in recommending changes for improvement.
• Experience communicating effectively with the general public, media, agency and local government officials.
• Ability to develop and maintain positive working relationships with neighboring property owners and mid-level agency and local government representatives.
• Experience working and managing within collective bargaining agreements.
• Skill in managing complex operations including infrastructure; staffing; community relationships and project management within budgetary limits.
• Experience in managing historic resources and communicating their significance to diverse audiences.
• Skill in working in a fast-paced work environment with frequent interruptions and changing priorities during the workday.
• A commitment to serve the public with humility and open-mindedness, with a focus on promoting diversity and inclusion.

Additional Information:

• This position is management service and not represented by a union.
• 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 the US 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: Clay Courtright, email: [e-mail]
• For questions on application process, email: [e-mail].
• Follow Oregon Parks & Recreation Department on Facebook Instagram.

Oregon Parks and Recreation Department is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, committed to diversity.

The State of Oregon does not request or require your age, date of birth, attendance or graduation dates from an educational institution during the application process.