Park Ranger 1 (Sunset Bay State Park)
- Description
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.
The Oregon Parks and Recreation Department is currently recruiting for a Park Ranger 1 position located at Sunset Bay State Park in Coos Bay, Oregon.
- This position is a permanent, full time position, represented by the Service Employee International Union (SEIU).
- 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 Ranger 1 position is responsible to 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 OPRD programs, within the Sunset Bay Management Unit.For a list of specific duties, working conditions and responsibilities for the position, click here (Download PDF reader)
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Two 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).
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- An Associate’s degree in Park and Recreation Administration or Natural Resource Management or Environmental Studies and 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).
NOTE: A higher level degree may substitute for the Associate’s degree. There is no substitute for the 6 months experience.
DESIRED ATTRIBUTES
- Experience and skills in maintenance and repair of motorized equipment.
- Experience and skills in landscape, facilities, and building maintenance in a park setting.
- Experience and skills in herbicide/pesticide application.
- Experience and skills in maintenance and operations of sewer systems.
- Experience and/or skills working with diverse work team including volunteers, youth crews, or the general public.
- Experience providing exceptional customer service working with the public or in a public setting.
- Experience working with, recruiting, coordinating, training and supervising volunteers.
- Skills in resolving customer complaints related to overnight camping and park rule interpretation.
- Skill in evaluating situations, applying rules and guidelines, determining and carrying out appropriate course of action to achieve desired results.
- Skills and knowledge of basic park resource and facility operations and maintenance and/or resource interpretation.
- Skill in maintaining composure and taking appropriate action during emergency or emotionally-charged situations.
- Skill in the use of a personal computer.
Additional Position Requirements:
- Have a criminal history background check that meets OPRD criteria at the time of hire and throughout employment.
- Must possess a valid driver’s license at the time of hire and throughout employment with a driving record that meets OPRD standards.
- Must wear OPRD supplied uniform and comply with appearance code while on duty.
- Must comply with and adhere to applicable federal, state, local, and agency rules, laws, standards, procedures and policies.
- Obtain and maintain one or more of the following after appointment:
- First Aid/CPR Certification
- OPRD Enforcement Officer Status
- Department of Corrections Crew Supervisor training
- Pesticide/Herbicide Applicators License
- Water Treatment and Distribution Certification
- Wastewater Treatment and Collection Certification
Only candidates who meet the qualifications for this position and with work experience most closely meeting the desired attributes of this position will be invited to an interview.
How To Apply:
We will consider only complete application packets received by 11:59 p.m. on the close date listed on this announcement.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.
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 and 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 alternative format to complete the employment process, you may email recruitment at parks.jobs@oregon.gov. Please describe the 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: OPRD18-0115OC
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- Core benefits
Medical, vision and dental insurance
- Comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans for the employee and qualified family members
- $5,000 in employee basic life insurance
- Membership in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)/Oregon Public Service Retirement Plan (OPSRP)
- Employer paid defined benefit and defined contribution programs
**Effective November 1, 2016, SEIU represented employees who are Public Employee Retirement System (PERS) participating members will have their base salary increased by 6.95%. Upon becoming a PERS participating member, SEIU employees pay the employee 6% contribution to PERS.Paid leaves and other benefits
- Sick leave earned at the rate of 8 hours per a month with no maximum accumulation
- Vacation leave earned at a minimum rate of 8 hours per month with accrual rate increases at 5-year increments
- 24 hours personal leave earned each fiscal year
- Ten paid holidays a year
The state also provides access to an innovative Employee Assistance Program that offers work-life counseling, along with homeowner, legal and family resources.
Optional benefits
- Term life (employee, spouse or domestic partner, and dependents
- Long-term and short-term disability
- Accidental Death and Dismemberment
- Long-term care (self and eligible family members)
- Flexible spending accounts
- Option to enroll in the Oregon Savings Growth Plan, a deferred compensation program offering a wide variety of investment options.
The following information describes typical benefits available for employees. Actual benefits received may differ by position or branch of government or be prorated for other than full time work.
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01Which of the following best describes your highest related level of education?
- High School Diploma or Equivalent
- Some College Coursework, No Degree Received
- Associate’s Degree
- Associate’s Degree and additional coursework
- Bachelor’s Degree
- Bachelor’s Degree and additional coursework
- Master’s Degree
- Master’s Degree and additional coursework
- Doctorate Degree
- Doctorate Degree and additional coursework
- None of the Above
02If you selected “Some College Coursework, No Degree Received” or “degree and additional coursework” in question 1, how many credit hours have you completed? Select the Quarter/Semester hours that best describe your completed coursework? if none select N/A.- N/A
- 4 Quarter hours/3 Semester hours
- 8 Quarter hours/5 Semester hours
- 12 Quarter hours/8 Semester hours
- 16 Quarter hours/11 Semester hours
- 20 Quarter hours/13 Semester hours
- 24 Quarter hours/16 Semester hours
- 28 Quarter hours/19 Semester hours
- 32 Quarter hours/21 Semester hours
- 36 Quarter hours/24 Semester hours
- 40 Quarter hours/27 Semester hours
- 44 Quarter hours/29 Semester hours
- 45-68 Quarter hours /30-45 Semester hours
- 69-95 Quarter hours /46-63 Semester hours
- 96-143 Quarter hours /64-95 Semester hours
- 144-191 Quarter hours /96-127 Semester hours
- 192-239 Quarter hours /128-159 Semester hours
- 240 or more Quarter hours /160 or more Semester hours
03If you selected “Some College Coursework, No Degree Received” or “degree with additional coursework” in question 1, please identify the focus of your coursework. If you did not, enter N/A.04Which of the following best describes the focus of your degree?- Parks and Recreation Administration
- Natural Resource Management
- Environmental Studies
- Other Related Education
- None of the above
05If you selected “Other Related Education” in question 4, please identify the focus of your degree. If you did not, enter N/A.06Which of the following, best describes your level of experience in visitor services (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).- less than 6 months
- 6 to 11 months
- 12 to 17 months
- 18 to 23 months
- 2 years
- 2.5 years
- 3 years
- 4 years
- 5 years
- 6 years
- 7 years
- 8 years
- 9 years
- 10 years and above
- None of the above
07Which of the following landscape maintenance duties have you independently performed? (select all that apply)- Irrigate lawns, trees, shrubs with hose, sprinklers, turf valves or automatic systems
- Prune trees, shrubs and rough brush with hand and power tools
- Apply fertilizers manually or mechanically
- Mow lawns and fields with large and small riding mowers
- Plant trees, shrubs, turf grass and sod
- Maintain irrigation systems, including pump, timers, wires, and valves
- Plant annual, biannual, bulbs, and other flowering plants
- Identify and treat plant diseases
- None of the above
08Which of the following building maintenance tasks have you independently performed? (select all that apply)- Repair or installation of PVC, ABS, PEX, copper, and/or iron pipe and fittings
- Unclogging toilets, sinks, drains, water lines and exterior gutters
- Repair and replace sinks, toilets, urinals, faucets, hose bibs and flush-o-meters
- Paint buildings and other structures using brushes, rollers and spray equipment
- Repair or construct building structural elements such as walls, flooring, ceilings, windows, partitions and roofs
- None of the above
09Which of the following best describes your experience in dealing with customers when they are upset, hostile or angry?- No experience
- Route to other personnel for resolution after making initial contact
- Obtain information from customer to determine the cause, but route difficult issues to others
- Apply rules, laws, and/or policies to answer and resolve complaints
10Choose the answer that best describes your level of computer knowledge/data entry including fee collection, cash handling, registration of customers.- I have no experience in this area
- I am experienced with all of the above
- I have been independently responsible for all of the above
11Which of the following facilities maintenance activities have you independently performed? (select all that apply)- Construct maintain and restore hiking trails
- Construct maintain and restore footbridges
- Maintain and repair signs, posts and cluster structures and water fountains
- Construct, maintain and restore tables, benches, and fire grills
- No experience
12Which of the following best describes your public contact experience.- Answered inquiries for information about programs or services
- Explained rules, regulations, policies and procedures
- Communicated decisions regarding the approval or denial of access or services
- None of the above
13Which of the following activities have you independently carried out? (select all that apply)- Recruit and orient Park Hosts and volunteers
- Schedule and train individual Park Hosts, volunteers and volunteer groups
- Ensure that required records and reports are completed
- Identify projects for volunteer groups and supervised the volunteer crews as they completed the project
- Work directly with individual volunteers or groups of volunteers
- Provide constructive feedback on performance to volunteers
- No experience with volunteers or host
14Which of the following pesticide/herbicide experiences do you have. (select all that apply)- I have experience applying pesticides
- I have experience applying herbicides
- I have an herbicide/pesticide applicators license
- I do not have experience with pesticides and herbicides
15Which of the following activities have you independently carried out concerning motorized equipment such as trucks, tractors, lawn mowers, weed eaters and chainsaws? (select all that apply)?- Preventative maintenance scheduling
- Preventative maintenance completion
- Troubleshooting problems
- Contracting for repairs
- Completion of minor repairs on small/2-cycle equipment
- Completion of engine repairs on small/2-cycle equipment
- Completion of engine repairs on large equipment and/or vehicles
- None of the above
16Which of the following best describes your experience in with sewer system duties.- No experience
- With guidance/supervision I have assisted with routine maintenance and operations
- Independently performed lead system operation and maintenance
- I am a certified/licensed waste water operator. I am a certified/licensed waste water operator
17Are you a current Oregon Parks and Recreation Department employee? current employees are permanent, limited duration, or seasonal employees. (temporary staff are not considered regular employees).- Yes
- No
18Veteran’s Preference Points: If you are requesting Veteran’s Preference Points, you must attach the necessary documentation to receive credit. If you do not, points will not be applied. Work history: Your application must verify your responses to all of the above supplemental questions in order to be considered. If your answers to the supplemental questions are not reflected in your work history, your application materials may be removed from consideration. Does your work history demonstrate your answers to the supplemental questions and have you attached all necessary documents?- Yes
- No
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- State of Oregon
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Salem, Oregon, 97301
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