Park Ranger Assistant - Valley Of The Rogue State Park

Initial Posting Date:

04/19/2024

Application Deadline:

05/02/2024

Agency:

Parks and Recreation Department

Salary Range:

3,218.00 - 3,776.00

Position Type:

Employee

Position Title:

Park Ranger Assistant

• Valley of the Rogue State Park

Job Description:

Valley of the Rogue State Park

Near Medford, Oregon

Note: This seasonal position is estimated to be approximately 30 days. You will have return rights however next season! This is a great opportunity to get your foot in the door at a highly desirable State Park!

Would you enjoy working on a team where you can develop hands-on experience in Landscape and Custodial Maintenance? Do you have facility or visitor service experience, and wonder what it would be like to have a State Park as your workspace?

A pleasant getaway awaits you in southern Oregon's Rogue Valley. Valley of the Rogue Park has both a day-use picnic area and an overnight campground along three miles of shoreline on the Rogue River. An easy, self-guided interpretive walking trail provides a relaxing 1.25 mile stroll along the river's edge and it intersects with the Rogue River Greenway Trail which is 4 miles long throughout the park.

If this sounds like you, come join our team at Valley of the Rogue State Park near Medford, Oregon, as a Seasonal Park Ranger Assistant and help support one of Oregon's greatest resources

• State Parks!

This position falls under the classification Park Ranger Assistant.

What is a Seasonal Park Ranger?

We recruit for Seasonal Park Ranger positions each year. These positions generally work during our busiest time of year, April through September, when visitors flock to enjoy our beautiful parks. However, each park is unique and the duration of seasonal positions varies slightly from park to park.

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:

Assist year-round State Park staff in the protection, maintenance, operation and repair of state park lands, natural and cultural resources, structures, facilities, equipment and systems. Park Ranger Assistants typically perform basic tasks in a single area of park operations (e.g.: janitorial work, landscape maintenance, interpretation or visitor services), although some positions will require performing tasks in a variety of areas. Some work may require the most elementary skills in building trades, including carpentry, electrical, plumbing, painting and landscape maintenance. In addition, specialized skills in basic park maintenance and operations may be required. Park Ranger Assistants, on a task specific basis, may guide the work of individuals or teams composed of volunteers, seasonal, and/or temporary state park employees.

Minimum Qualifications:

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

OR

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

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 Assistant 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.

• Skill in listening to what people say and asking appropriate questions to obtain needed information.

• Skill in the use of a personal computer.

• Skill in the safe use of tools, material and equipment associated with landscape and building maintenance.

• Experience in assisting with the performance of grounds keeping tasks.

• Skill in assisting with work related to the conservation, preservation and rehabilitation of natural, archaeological, cultural or historic resources.

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:

• Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental plans for the employee and qualified family members;

• Paid sick leave, vacation, personal leave and 11 paid holidays per year

• 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 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, Seasonal, and is located at Valley of the Rogue State Park Near Medford, Oregon

• This position is represented by SEIU.

• Housing is not available at this location

• If you have specific questions about this position, please feel free to contact the hiring manager, Nathan Seable 541.415.2654 nathan.seable@oprd.oregon.gov

• 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.

Questions/Need Help?

Email: OPRD.Recruiting@oprd.oregon.gov

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