Park Ranger 2 (Harris Beach State Park)

Parks and Recreation Department; Brookings (OR); Sur place; USD 48 000 - 67 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Work-life balance

11 paid holidays

Competitive benefits

Résumé du poste

Oregon Parks & Recreation Department seeks a Park Ranger 2 at Harris Beach State Park to protect and maintain park lands, resources, and structures. The role involves hands-on work in carpentry, electrical, plumbing, painting, and landscape tasks, with focus on interpretation and resource restoration.

You will support the Harris Beach Management Unit, work with a dedicated team, and contribute to safe, welcoming parks for visitors across Oregon.

Qualifications

• Four years of visitor services experience or maintenance experience.
• Associate degree plus 2.5 years of visitor services or maintenance experience.
• Bachelor’s degree plus 1 year of visitor services or maintenance experience.

Responsabilités

• Protect, maintain, operate, and repair park lands, resources, structures, and systems.
• Demonstrate skills in carpentry, electrical, plumbing, painting and landscape tasks.
• Support the Harris Beach Management Unit and related sites; work with a team.

Connaissances

Visitor services

Maintenance

Work planning

Formation

Associate degree

Bachelor degree

Description du poste

Park Ranger 2 (Harris Beach State Park)

Position Type: Employee. Salary Range: $4,312 - $5,988. Location: Harris Beach State Park Near Brookings, Oregon.

Harris Beach State Park Near Brookings, 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 Ranger 2, you will perform and oversee a broad range of tasks to protect, maintain, operate, and repair state park lands, natural and cultural resources, structures, facilities, equipment, and systems. This work requires skills in building trades such as carpentry, electrical, plumbing, painting, and landscape maintenance, as well as specialized program skills including resource interpretation, cultural and natural resource restoration, utility infrastructure operation, and park rule enforcement. These responsibilities support the maintenance and operations of OPRD programs and properties within the Harris Beach Management Unit. This position supports the South Run, which includes Alfred A. Loeb State Park, Crissey Field, McVay Rock, and Winchuck State Recreation Sites, each with its own needs and opportunities. We’re looking for someone who enjoys hands‑on work, communicates well, takes initiative, and contributes to a strong, supportive team. The work can be demanding, but it’s meaningful and rewarding, and you’ll see the difference you make for visitors and future generations. We believe good people make good parks. If you value responsibility, teamwork, and protecting special places, we’d love to hear from you. For a complete review of the position and responsibilities please 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.

• 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:

• 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).
• 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).
• 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).

Desired Attributes:

• Independent judgment and sound priorities Works effectively across geographically separate park sites. Recognizes what needs immediate attention, adjusts to changing conditions and closes the loop on assigned work.
• Practical maintenance and troubleshooting Has working knowledge of common park facilities, grounds, plumbing fixtures and equipment. Diagnoses problems methodically, performs work safely within qualifications and recognizes when specialized help is needed.
• Safety awareness and risk management Regularly identifies hazards affecting visitors, coworkers and contractors. Takes appropriate interim steps, communicates risks and does not bypass established procedures to finish a job.
• Respectful visitor service and rule education Explains park rules and decisions clearly and fairly. Responds to complaints with patience and good judgment, de-escalates when possible and recognizes when to disengage or seek help.
• Stewardship and responsible project execution Protects the natural and cultural resources entrusted to Oregon State Parks. Plans work with attention to scope, resources, approvals, quality and long-term maintenance needs.
• Teamwork, training and constructive leadership Shares skills, supports seasonal staff and volunteers, provides useful feedback and helps others improve while respecting supervisory responsibilities and team roles.
• Clear communication and personal accountability Keeps accurate records, reports developing problems promptly, takes responsibility for decisions and helps ensure that unfinished work is tracked, communicated and completed.

Eligibility & Work Authorization:

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, Adan Jones at [e-mail] or call 541-469-0224.

For questions on application process, email: [e-mail].

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

Oregon state government is a large organization by nearly any standard. With over 40,000 employees working all over the state, in small communities and large, we are proving that government can be innovative. We work as a team, challenging ourselves to be better, faster and more efficient with taxpayer dollars. After all, when every day we are responsible for caring for the needs of a diverse population and thriving business community, we simply must have the best and brightest workforce. If you take responsibility for your actions, are passionate about helping others succeed, and have a reputation for excellence and honesty, why not make Oregon state government your next career move? Joining our team means you open the door to many possibilities. From entry level to executive, outdoor work to policy setting, we have a role for nearly every calling, expertise and background. If you’re looking at us from across the country (or beyond!), know that Oregon is one of the most beautiful places on earth. Made up of seven diverse regions, Oregon has the ocean, mountains, valleys, high desert, cities, small towns, and almost everything in between. Oregon "flies with her own wings."

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