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Company Name : Parks and Recreation Department
Location : Coos Bay, OR
Position : Seasonal Park Ranger Assistant
Job Description : Initial Posting Date:
03/11/2022
Application Deadline:
03/25/2022
Agency:
Parks and Recreation Department
Salary Range:
$2,723 – $3,439 per month
Position Type:
Employee
Position Title:
Seasonal Park Ranger Assistant – Sunset Bay
Job Description:
Would you enjoy working on a team where you can use your excellent customer service skills and develop hands-on experience in park maintenance and operations? Do you have landscaping or custodial experience, and wonder what it would be like to have a State Park as your work space?
If this sounds like you, come join our seasonal team as a Seasonal Park Ranger Assistant and support one of Oregon’s greatest resources – State Parks!
This recruitment announcement will be used to fill multiple vacancies and future vacancies for Sunset Bay State Park .
This position falls under the classification Park Ranger Assistant .
Our Mission
OPRD’s mission is to provide and protect outstanding natural, scenic, cultural, historic and recreational sites for the enjoyment and education of present and future generations.
Our Operating Principles
Oregon Parks and Recreation Department (OPRD) believes Operating Principles are core values that, if mutually accepted and supported by all employees, will create a connected, respectful, and trusting work environment. Our Operating Principles are: Accountability, Commitment, Empathy, Empowerment, Fun, Integrity, Respect, & Well-being.
What you will do:
As a Seasonal Park Ranger Assistant, you will perform basic tasks in multiple areas of park operations such as janitorial work, landscape maintenance, interpretation or visitor services, although some positions will require performing tasks in a variety of areas.
In this role you will:
Provide excellent customer service to visitors
Complete campground reservations for visitors through the computer system
Perform landscaping such as weed eating and mowing
Perform custodial duties such as cleaning restrooms and maintaining clean park facilities
Additional duties will include:
Landscape Maintenance:
Plant, prune and irrigate vegetation with hand and power tools
Mow lawns and fields with riding and power mowers, trim turf edges with hand or power tools
Manually apply fertilizers and pesticides under direct supervision
Custodial Maintenance:
Clean rest rooms, showers, bathhouses, observation buildings, maintenance shops and interpretive centers by sweeping, washing, disinfecting and mopping floors, walls, ceilings and fixtures
Collect, separate and properly dispose of garbage and recyclable materials.
Clean fireplaces, tables, footpaths, parking areas, wastewater disposals, signs, drinking fountains and other small fixtures
Facility Maintenance:
Assist in the construction, maintenance and restoration of hiking trails, footpaths, footbridges, parking areas and curbs
Assist in painting buildings and other structures using brushes, rollers and spray equipment, properly clean tools and dispose of cleaning solutions
Assist in the maintenance and repair of park utilities, including water, sewer and electric systems
Assist in the maintenance and repair of building plumbing, including: unclogging toilets and sinks, changing faucet washers, stopping pipe leaks
Assist in the maintenance, repair or construction of building structural elements, including walls, floors, ceilings, partitions and roofs using use hand and power carpentry tools as directed
Visitor Services:
Accept payment for camping, day-use parking and miscellaneous sales items (firewood, ice, etc.); prepare reports and make bank cash drops
Seek voluntary visitor compliance with park area rules and regulations
Provide information about local attractions and Oregon Parks
Assist during visitor related emergencies and prepare related reports
Resource Interpretation:
Assist in assembling materials and resources for the development of interpretive presentations, and present interpretive presentation
Minimum Qualifications:
(a) Six (6) months of experience (paid or unpaid) performing public contact or customer service duties (e.g. Teacher, Customer Service Representative, Salesperson, Receptionist, etc.) and/or maintenance experience (construction trades, landscaping, custodial, etc.).
OR
(b) Six (6) months of college in any discipline (24 quarter hours/16 semester hours).
What we are looking for (Desired Attributes):
Ability to listen to what people say and asking appropriate questions to obtain needed information.
Ability to provide factual information based on observation, knowledge and understanding.
Experience assisting with the performance of basic plumbing, carpentry, painting, groundskeeping tasks.
Demonstrated common courtesy while communicating with others.
Ability to maintain composure during emergency or emotionally charged situations.
Experience developing and delivering basic resource interpretation presentations.
Experience providing people with rule information and asking for compliance.
Experience using computerized registration equipment and programs.
Experience making change and preparing cash reconciliation reports.
Experience assisting with work related to the conservation, preservation and rehabilitation of natural, archaeological, cultural or historic resources.
Experience in promoting culturally competent and diverse work environment.
What’s in it for you:
This is a fantastic opportunity to support millions of visitors connecting with the best state park system in America. You will work with a team of supportive, talented and highly motivated professionals. And, you’ll receive a fantastic benefits packaging including:
Comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans for the employee and qualified family members
Paid sick leave, vacation, personal leave and 10 paid holidays per year
Membership in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)/Oregon Public Service Retirement Plan (OPSRP).
How to Apply:
Ensure that your application materials clearly demonstrate how your experience and education meet the desired attributes, duties, and qualifications listed above for the position. Candidates whose training and/or experience most closely meet the needs and desired attributes of the position, may be invited for an interview.
External Applicants: Click on the “Apply” link and submit your application. View this video for help.
Internal Applicants (Current State of Oregon employees): Apply via your employee Workday account. View this job aid for help.
After You Apply:
Log in to your Workday account before the job announcement closes to see if you have any pending tasks or actions. These can be found under the “My Applications” section.
Make sure to complete these tasks or actions before the job announcement closes. Be sure to check both your email and Workday account for updates regarding this recruitment.
Eligible veterans will be given veterans’ preference. If claiming veterans’ preference please be sure to check your Workday account for pending tasks or actions under your “My Applications” section – this is where you will be asked to upload your qualifying preference documentation after you apply.
Additional Information:
These positions are full-time, seasonal and is located at Sunset Bay State Park .
These positions are classified and represented by SEIU.
Please save a copy of this job announcement for your reference, as it may not be available for you to view after the job closes.
You may be asked to complete a skills assessment or submit a writing sample as part of the application screening process.
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.
Special Requirements:
To be hired, you must have a criminal records and driving records check that meets OPRD Criteria at the time of hire, and throughout employment.
You must have a valid driver’s license at the time of hire and throughout employment
Questions/Need Help?
Email: OPRD.Recruiting@oprd.oregon.gov
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Oregon Parks and Recreation Department is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, committed to diversity and pay equity.
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