Please see the following website for full job posting and application link: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/oregon/jobs/2276630/park-ranger-1-cape-blanco-state-park

Salary: $2,927.00 – $4,016.00 Monthly
Job Number: OPRD19-0001OC
Closing: 1/18/2019 11:59 PM Pacific

Description

Oregon state government is excited to announce its recruitment system transition from NEOGOV to Workday. This change will take place in February 2019. For more information on how the transition will affect you, please visit the Applicant FAQ (Download PDF reader).

Many people vacation in Oregon State Parks, but only a select few work there. As a Park Ranger, you’ll be the backbone of park operations. Your dynamic job duties will encompass park maintenance, resource stewardship, customer interactions and more. Forget “Jack-of-all-trades;” as a ranger, you’ll have a mastery of them.

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.

What you will do!
You will work at Cape Blanco State Park near Port Orford, Oregon. This recruitment is for one, full-time, permanent, SEIU represented position and will be used to fill future vacancies as they occur.

For more information about the Cape Blanco Management Unit click here for FAQ (Download PDF reader)

As a Park Ranger 1, you will perform and oversee a variety of tasks 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.).

For a complete list of duties, working conditions and responsibilities for this 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). OR
  • 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). There is no substitute for the 6 months experience.

Desired Attributes

  • Experience developing and delivering interpretive programming.
  • Experience and/or skills working with diverse work team including volunteers, other agencies, or the general public.
  • Experience working with, coordinating and training volunteers.
  • Skills in the safe use of tools, material and equipment associated with landscape, building, facility and utility system maintenance.
  • Skills in performing basic plumbing, carpentry, painting, grounds keeping tasks.
  • Skills in resolving customer complaints related to overnight camping and park rule interpretation.
  • Experience providing exceptional customer service working with the public or in a public setting.
  • Computer knowledge/data entry including fee collection, cash handling, registration of customers and experience with data entry.

Special Requirements

  • Have a criminal history check and driving record check that meets OPRD criteria (Download PDF reader) at the time of hire and throughout employment.
  • Must wear OPRD supplied uniform and comply with appearance code while on duty.
  • Obtain and maintain one or more of the following after appointment:
    • First Aid/CPR Certification
    • OPRD Enforcement Officer Status
    • Pesticide Applicators License
    • Water Treatment and Distribution Certification
    • Wastewater Treatment and Collection Certification

Application Instructions 
1. Click the “apply” button above and complete the online application.
2. Answer all the supplemental questions. The work experience section of your application must verify your responses to all the supplemental questions. Be sure to answer all supplemental questions, “see resume” or “see application” will not substitute for a response.

Only candidates who submit a complete application package and whose training and/or experience most closely match the requirements, needs and desired attributes of the position will be eligible for an interview.

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

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.

Questions/Need Help?
Do you have questions about the recruitment and selection process (e.g., supplemental
questions, clarification of job announcement information, etc.) contact Aimee Buchholz,
Human Resource Analyst, aimee.buchholz@oregon.gov or call (503) 986-0626.
For questions about the specific position or location, contact Casey Nielsen, Park Manager, Casey.Nielsen@oregon.gov or call 541-332-6774 x 22

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 or e-mail support@governmentjobs.com.