Park Ranger 2 - Lake Owyhee

State of Oregon; Salem (OR); On-site; USD 48,000 - 67,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

11 paid holidays

Competitive benefits package

Advancement opportunities

Job summary

Oregon Parks and Recreation Department is seeking a permanent full-time Park Ranger 2 at Lake Owyhee State Park. You will protect and maintain park lands, resources, and facilities using carpentry, electrical, plumbing, and landscape skills within the Farewell Bend Management Unit.

The role involves interpretation, resource restoration, and enforcing park rules in a remote oasis setting on Oregon's eastern edge. A panel of benefits and growth opportunities awaits a qualified candidate.

Qualifications

• Four years of visitor services experience (rule enforcement; interpretation; events) and/or maintenance experience (construction trades, landscaping).
• Associate's degree in Park and Recreation Administration or Natural Resource Management or Environmental Studies with 2.5 years of visitor services experience and/or maintenance experience.
• Bachelor's degree in Park and Recreation Administration, Natural Resource Management, Environmental Studies with 1 year of visitor services experience and/or maintenance experience.

Responsibilities

• Protect, maintain, operate and repair park lands, resources, structures and systems.
• Use carpentry, electrical, plumbing and landscape maintenance skills.
• Apply program skills like interpretation and resource restoration within the Farewell Bend Unit.

Job description

Initial Posting Date: 09/04/2026

Application Deadline: 09/16/2026

Agency: Parks and Recreation Department

Salary Range: $4,312 - $5,988

Position Type: Employee

Position Title: Park Ranger 2 - Lake Owyhee

Lake Owyhee State Park

Near Adrian, 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 at Lake Owyhee State Park, you will perform, conduct and oversee a variety of tasks in order to protect, maintain, operate and repair state park lands, natural and cultural resources, structures, facilities, equipment and systems by using skills in building trades, including carpentry, electrical, plumbing, painting and landscape maintenance, as well as specialized program skills (e.g.: resource interpretation, cultural and natural resource restoration, utility infrastructure operation, park rule enforcement, etc.) related to the maintenance and operations of agency programs, and properties within the Farewell Bend Management Unit.

In this position, you’ll be working in a remote oasis on the eastern edge of Oregon that boasts of deep canyon walls brimming with colorful, volcanic rock formations.

For a complete list of duties and working conditions for this position, 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. 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:

• 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).

OR

• 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).

OR

• 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).

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:

• Park Operations & Rule Enforcement: Experience directing park operations, including campground registration systems, and enforcing park rules in a public setting.

• Facilities & Systems Maintenance: Experience performing and overseeing facility and utility maintenance, including plumbing, carpentry, painting, grounds‑keeping, and operation of surface water and sewer systems.

• Tools, Equipment & Watercraft Operation: Experience safely using maintenance tools, materials, heavy equipment, and operating motorized watercraft such as jetboats and prop‑boats.

• Resource & Facility Management: Knowledge and experience in both park resource management and facility operations to support safe, functional, and sustainable park environments.

• Leadership & Work Direction: Experience providing direction to teams, volunteers, and correctional work crews to accomplish varied tasks and meet operational goals.

• Administrative & Computer Skills: Experience preparing written reports and summaries, performing data entry, and using computers for basic administrative tasks.

• Workplace Culture & Inclusion: Experience promoting a culturally competent and diverse workforce.

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 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: Travis Bome, [e-mail] or 541-339-2331.

• 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.

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.