Park Manager 1 (Tumalo State Park)

State of Oregon

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About The Position

Tumalo State Park - Oregon State Parks Near Bend, Oregon Welcome Statement Oregon Parks and Recreation Department (OPRD) is proud to care for Oregon’s extraordinary landscapes and rich cultural history. The department serves its visitors and all Oregonians through its properties and programs, and recognizes that the state’s resilience and beauty are strengthened by its diverse population. Oregon State Parks are public spaces where all are welcome. We value and serve everyone, and we are committed to providing safe and equitable access to state parks and agency programs. The department will not tolerate racism, harassment, discrimination or intimidation in any form. Your New Role As a Permanent, full-time Park Manager 1, you will oversee maintenance and operations, interpretive and recreation programs, resource protection, and administrative functions of one of our smaller, less-complex park management units. You will accomplish this through short range planning and by directly supervising permanent, seasonal, and volunteer staff who carry out operational tasks within the unit's parks. For a complete review of the position and responsibilities please click here. What's in it for you: An exciting opportunity to help millions of visitors connect with the top state parks across America; working alongside a dedicated, skilled, and passionate team of professionals. Additional benefits include: Work/life balance, 11 paid holidays a year, and a competitive benefits package. Advancement and learning opportunities that will help grow your career with the State of Oregon.

Requirements

• Two years of lead work experience in park operations and maintenance.
• OR - An Associate's degree in Park and Recreation Administration or Natural Resource Management or Environmental Studies and 6 months of lead work experience in park operations and maintenance.
• NOTE: A higher level degree may substitute for the Associate's degree. There is no substitute for the 6 months experience.
• To be hired, a criminal record and driving record check must be completed that meets OPRD Criteria at the time of hire, and throughout employment while also maintaining a valid driver’s license.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in providing supervision and/or coordination to permanent, seasonal, volunteers, corrections crews, and/or temporary employees.
• Experience overseeing multidisciplinary projects involving natural resources, forestry, cultural resources, facilities maintenance, and interpretive programming.
• Experienced in interpreting and applying agency rules, policies, and procedures to both staff and the public.
• Proficient in budget development, contract management, and financial analysis.
• Ability and enthusiasm to maintain and improve Community Relations and foster cooperation from other agencies, non-profits and neighbors.
• Committed to fostering a culturally competent and inclusive work environment that values diversity.
• Preference may be given to current or prior experience with Oregon State Parks, with working knowledge of agency-specific policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Oversee maintenance and operations
• Oversee interpretive and recreation programs
• Oversee resource protection
• Oversee administrative functions of one of our smaller, less-complex park management units
• Short range planning
• Directly supervising permanent, seasonal, and volunteer staff who carry out operational tasks within the unit's parks

Benefits

• Work/life balance
• 11 paid holidays a year
• Competitive benefits package
• Advancement and learning opportunities that will help grow your career with the State of Oregon

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: Associate degree