The Oregon Parks and Recreation Department’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.

The Oregon Parks and Recreation Department (OPRD) invites members of all diverse communities to join our workforce as we endeavor to best serve Oregonians from every background. We believe that by welcoming differences, encouraging new ideas and views, listening to and learning from each other, and providing opportunities for professional enrichment we are better able to serve those around us. We thank you for considering this employment opportunity.

OPRD is seeking a highly motivated passionate recreation planning and design professional with specific experience in the field of trails planning and design. The ideal candidate will join our Salem based team in the execution of planning and design tasks for trail and recreation enhancement projects throughout the state.  If you are passionate about the outdoors, outdoor recreation and recreation design with a focus on trails we are interested in discussing this employment opportunity with you.

• This is a permanent, full time position located in the department headquarters in Salem, Oregon.
• This position is represented by the Association of Engineering Employees of Oregon (AEE).
• This recruitment will be used to establish a list of qualified applicants and may be used to fill future vacancies as they occur.

What you will do:
The primary purpose of this position is to work directly with the Planning + Design Manager, Planning + Design team members and OPRD’s field managers to plan, design and develop recreation facilities with a specific focus on trails that better serve Oregon’s citizens and visitors.

From time to time the Recreation Trails Planner may provide technical guidance, design review/input and public outreach support for trail projects being explored or developed throughout the state by recreation providers other than OPRD.  The Recreation Trails Planner may also be asked to represent OPRD in a staff support capacity for statewide councils or as an attendee or presenter at conferences, summits or other events with a focus on trails.

About our Team:
The Planning + Design team works collaboratively with our engineering and stewardship sections along with our field managers to visualize recreation improvement design solutions that are responsive to the public needs as established through frequent public engagement efforts that include the Statewide Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan, the Oregon Trails Plan along with other recreation development guiding documents.  Our recreation planning professional also develop new park master plans in addition to updating the plans for our iconic parks throughout the state.

For a list of specific duties, working conditions and responsibilities, click here (Download PDF reader)

Minimum Qualifications:
Three years of experience in Park, Trail and Recreation Planning and Design. At least one year of the experience must be at a technical or professional level performing activities in a natural resource program such as researching and analyzing data, conducting investigations, applying pertinent laws and regulations, or coordinating and monitoring project activities; AND
a Bachelor’s degree in Landscape Architecture, Civil Engineering, Regional Planning, Architecture or Recreation Management, or three additional years of related (pertinent) experience.

A Master’s degree in Landscape Architecture will substitute for up to one year of the required experience.

Desired Attributes:

• Must have excellent graphic, oral and written communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to plan and execute public outreach efforts.
• Ability to plan, design and supervise the construction of sustainable hard and soft surface trails and trail systems.
• Ability to design and supervise the construction of sustainable trail amenity and park enhancement facilities.
• Experience working with and facilitating groups/committees with diverse backgrounds and opinions.
• Experience in building and maintaining collaborative relationships with park managers and maintenance staff.
• Ability to work as part of a team in collaborative design oriented work environment.

Contact: David Stipe
Oregon Parks and Recreation Department
725 Summer St NE Suite C
Salem, Oregon  97301
503-509-4752

How To Apply:
We will consider only complete application packets received by 11:59 p.m. on the close date listed on this announcement.

Application Instructions:
1. Complete E-recruit application: You must apply online, no paper applications will be accepted.

2. Supplemental Questions: The work experience section of your application must verify your responses to all the supplemental questions and show you meet the minimum qualifications. Be sure to answer all supplemental questions, “see resume” or “see application” will not substitute for a response.

3. Cover Letter (required): We require a cover letter of no more than two (3) pages, that describes how your skills, knowledge and experience matches the desired attributes section of this announcement and what makes you a strong candidate for this position.

4. Resume (required): In your resume, you must clearly describe how you meet the qualifications for this position as listed above and include a list of verifiable employers and dates of employment (including month and year).

5. Work Samples (required): No more than 10 pages in a 200 dpi PDF format

Additional Information:

Email Address
You must have a valid e-mail address to apply for jobs with the Oregon Parks & Recreation Department. All communication regarding your application and status will be done by e-mail.

NEOGOV Help Line
If you have application login problems, get an error message during the application process, or are experiencing other technical (computer related) difficulties, please call the NEOGOV help line for assistance at 1-855-524-5627. You can also e-mail NEOGOV for support at support@governmentjobs.com.

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.

Criminal Records/DMV Check
Applicants are subject to both a Computerized Criminal History and Motor Vehicles check. Adverse background information may be grounds for disqualification. Information obtained in this process will remain confidential.

E-Verify
Oregon Parks & Recreation Department uses E-Verify to confirm that applicants are authorized to work in the United States.

Alternate Format
If you have a disability and need an alternate format in order to complete the employment process, you may email recruitment at parks.jobs@oregon.gov please describe the alternate format needed.

Veterans Preference
Eligible veterans who meet the qualifications will be given veterans preference. To receive preference you MUST attach appropriate documentation as outlined by the Department of Administrative Services at the following website: Veterans Resources. You may also call the Oregon Department of Veterans Affairs at 1-800-692-9666.

Application Reference Number: OPRD18-0020OC

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