Seasonal Park Ranger Assistant - Coos Bay, United States - State of Oregon

Description

Job Description:

Near Coos Bay, Oregon

This recruitment announcement will be used to fill multiple vacancies and will be open until filled. For best consideration, apply soon.

Do you have great customer service skills and want to gain hands-on experience in park maintenance and operations? Have experience in landscaping or custodial work and curious about working in a State Park environment?

If this sounds like you, come join our team in Near Coos Bay, Oregon as a Seasonal Park Ranger Assistant and contribute to the preservation of one of Oregon's top resources - State Parks. Located in one of the most breathtaking areas on the Oregon coast, Sunset Bay State Park boasts stunning sandy beaches shielded by towering sea cliffs. The campground offers tent camping, RV sites, and comfortable yurts. Day-use and picnic facilities along the bay provide easy access to beachcombing, fishing, swimming, and boating.

This position is categorized as Park Ranger Assistant.

What is a Seasonal Park Ranger?

We hire Seasonal Park Rangers annually for the peak period between April and September when visitors flock to our beautiful parks. Although the duration of seasonal positions may vary slightly from park to park, each park presents a unique experience.

Our Mission

The mission of the Oregon Parks and Recreation Department (OPRD) is to maintain and safeguard exceptional natural, scenic, cultural, historic, and recreational sites for the enjoyment and education of present and future generations.

Our Operating Principles

OPRD adheres to Operating Principles that are fundamental values fostering a cohesive, respectful, and trustworthy work environment. These principles include Accountability, Commitment, Empathy, Empowerment, Fun, Integrity, Respect, & Well-being.

What you will do:

Assist year-round State Park staff in safeguarding, maintaining, operating, and repairing state park lands, natural and cultural resources, structures, facilities, equipment, and systems. Park Ranger Assistants usually perform basic tasks in a specific area of park operations (e.g., janitorial work, landscaping, interpretation, or visitor services), with some positions involving tasks across various areas. Certain tasks may require basic skills in carpentry, electrical work, plumbing, painting, and landscaping. Additionally, proficiency in fundamental park maintenance and operations may be necessary. Park Ranger Assistants may supervise the work of volunteers, seasonal, and/or temporary state park employees on specific assignments.

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

Minimum Qualifications:

• Six (6) months of experience (paid or unpaid) in public contact or customer service roles (e.g., Teacher, Customer Service Representative, Salesperson, Receptionist, etc.) and/or maintenance experience (e.g., construction trades, landscaping, custodial, etc.);

OR

• Six (6) months of college in any discipline (24 quarter hours/16 semester hours)

Special Requirements:

• To be considered, you must pass criminal records and driving records checks meeting OPRD Criteria at hiring and throughout employment.
• You must hold a valid driver's license at hiring and throughout employment.

What we are looking for (Desired Attributes):

Key skills for success in the Park Ranger Assistant role at OPRD include the ability to listen effectively, provide accurate information, perform basic maintenance tasks, communicate courteously, stay composed in challenging situations, present resource interpretation, utilize registration equipment and programs, manage cash transactions, and contribute to the preservation of natural, archaeological, cultural, or historic resources.

What's in it for you:

Joining us offers an exciting opportunity to support millions of visitors exploring the exceptional state park system of America. You will collaborate with a team of dedicated, skilled, and motivated professionals. Additionally, you will receive an extensive benefits package comprising:

• Comprehensive healthcare coverage for the employee and eligible family members;
• Paid sick leave, vacation, personal leave, and 11 paid holidays annually;
• Eligibility for membership in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) or Oregon Public Service Retirement Plan (OPSRP);
• Potential for career advancement and personal development.