Park Ranger 1 - Silver Falls [United States]

 

Initial Posting Date:

05/10/2023

Application Deadline:

05/22/2023

Agency:

Parks and Recreation Department

Salary Range:

$3,265 - $4,693

Position Type:

Employee

Position Title:

Park Ranger 1 - Silver Falls

Job Description:

Do you have experience in building maintenance and grounds keeping? Are you great at working with customers and have knowledge of park operations? In this position, you will be working at the “crown jewel” of the Oregon State Parks system consisting of 9,064 acres. Come join our team at

Silver Falls State Park

near Silverton, Oregon, and support one of Oregon’s greatest resources – our state parks!

This position falls under the classification Park Ranger 1.

Our Mission

Oregon Parks and Recreation Department's (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

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 Park Ranger 1, you will be on the front lines of park maintenance, resource stewardship, and customer service. Your responsibilities will include:

General Park Operations

• Provide direction on work procedures and standards to individuals and teams to accomplish tasks and achieve goals
• Make sure work sites, maintenance shops, yards, and storage areas are maintained, clean, and in safe condition
• Enter and track maintenance and construction activity data electronically

Custodial Maintenance

• Clean park facilities including restrooms, showers, maintenance shops, interpretive centers, etc.
• Ensure supplies are stocked in restrooms, collect garbage and recycling, clean fireplaces, etc.
• Replace burned-out light bulbs and reset circuit breakers in buildings and campsites

Visitor Services

• Process online campsite reservations and register overnight campers
• Accept and process payments for park services
• Provide information about local attractions, park rules, and regulations to visitors
• Train and oversee the work of seasonal employees, ensuring compliance with policies and
• procedures related to campground operation and cash handling
• Serve as the coordinator for campsite reservations and registrations and prepare reports

Additional Duties

• Landscape maintenance
• Building and facility maintenance and construction
• Utility system maintenance and construction
• Park patrol, safety, and rule enforcement
• Resource interpretation and conservation

For a complete list of duties and working conditions for this position, please click

here.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Two (2) 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 or higher in Park and Recreation Administration or Natural Resource Management, Environmental Studies or a related field; AND Six (6) months 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, 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.

What we are looking for (Desired Attributes):

The following are skills that we have identified as key to success in this Park Ranger 1 role at OPRD. These are the attributes we are looking for in our top candidate. If you have these skills, please let us know in your application.

• Experience working with the public providing information on programs and services, explaining and/or enforcing rules, regulations, policies and procedures.
• Skill in listening to what people say and asking appropriate questions to obtain needed information.
• Skill in providing factual information based on observation, knowledge and understanding.
• Skill in common courtesy while communicating with others.
• Skill in maintaining composure and taking appropriate action during emergency or emotionally-charged situations.
• Experience using a computer with software programs like (MS Word, MS Excel, MS Outlook, etc.) to enter data, registration of customers, fee collection, reconciling fees and completing deposits.
• Skills and knowledge of basic park resources, facility and campground operations and maintenance, including use of tools, motorized equipment, mechanical repair, basic plumbing, carpentry, and providing resource interpretation.
• Skill in evaluating situations, applying rules and guidelines, determining and carrying out appropriate course of action to achieve desired results.
• Skill in leading individuals or a small group in accomplishing basic tasks.
• Experience working with volunteers.

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 generous benefits package including:

• Excellent

  medical, vision, and dental

  benefits package for the employee and qualified family members with a very low monthly out-of-pocket cost;
• Optional life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, deferred compensation savings program, and flexible spending accounts for health care and child care expenses;
• 11 paid holidays per year;
• 3 additional paid "Personal Business Days" per year that you may use at any time;
• 8 hours of sick leave accumulated every month;
• Progressive vacation leave accrual, starting at 8 hours per month;
• Membership in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)/Oregon Public Service Retirement Plan (OPSRP);
• Opportunities for career growth and development.

How to Apply:

Your candidate profile, including work experience is the perfect place to display your interest in the position and highlight the skills and experience you will bring, making you the best candidate for the position. Submissions are screened for consistency of information and communication skills at the professional level (attention to detail, spelling, grammar, etc.).

• 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

  knowledge article

  for help.

After You Apply:

• Log in to your Workday account (application site) 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, including junk folder, 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:

• This position is full-time, permanent and is located at

  Silver Falls State Park

  .
• This position is represented by Service Employees International Union (SEIU).
• This announcement may be used to fill future vacancies as they occur.
• The salary listed is at the non-PERS rate. Public Employee Retirement System (PERS) eligible employees will have their base salary increased by 6.95% and pay the 6% employee contribution to PERS. If you are not yet PERS eligible, the 6.95% pay increase and employee contribution will be effective upon PERS eligibility.
• 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.
• Please review the

  Classification and Compensation

  page for more details on the classification, or you may visit our website for information on the job offer process following

  pay equity
• 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.

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OPRD.Recruiting@oprd.oregon.gov

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