Park Manager 2 (Underfill Option)

State of Oregon•Wasco, CA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is for a Park Manager 2 at Deschutes River State Recreation Area near Wasco, Oregon. The Oregon Parks and Recreation Department (OPRD) is responsible for caring for Oregon’s landscapes and cultural history, ensuring safe and equitable access to state parks and programs for all visitors. This role involves leading a moderately complex park management unit, supervising staff responsible for maintenance, operations, programming, resource protection, and administration. The unit includes significant facility development, multiple properties, staff, and a moderate to large operating budget. Parks within the unit may contain habitats for Threatened and Endangered species and culturally significant resources. The role may also involve coordinating with cooperating associations and managing various agreements.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Park and Recreation Administration, Natural Resource Management, Environmental Studies or a related field and 1 year of experience as a Park Manager or equivalent natural resource manager; OR Four years of experience as a Park Manager or equivalent natural resource manager.
Criminal record and driving record check must be completed that meets OPRD Criteria at the time of hire, and throughout employment.
Maintain a valid driver’s license.
Must obtain First Aid/CPR Certification after appointment.
Must obtain OPRD Enforcement Officer Status after appointment.

Nice To Haves

Experience with determining the methods, means, and personnel by which park operations are conducted in complex or numerous properties, including campgrounds, day-use areas, and recreational sites, within the Oregon Parks and Recreation Department (OPRD) context.
Proven experience in evaluating the effectiveness of park operational plans and activities, coupled with the ability to engage park staff in soliciting recommendations for improvement.
Demonstrated ability to lead and develop a diverse team of park rangers, park ranger assistants, volunteers, and hosts in executing park and campground operations.
Exceptional communication skills to effectively engage with the general public, media outlets, agency officials, and local government representatives.
Proven capability to develop and maintain positive working relationships with neighboring property owners, as well as mid-level agency and local government representative and concessionaires.
Proficiency in working within collective bargaining agreements, demonstrating respect for labor regulations and effectively managing personnel within established frameworks.
Strong financial acumen and the ability to prepare large, biennial park management unit budgets while adhering to budgetary limits.
Expertise in leading complex park improvement projects through all phases, including planning, permitting, and procurements.
Experience managing the day-to-day maintenance and operation as well as long term planning and project management skills, required to care for cultural and historically significant sites, artifacts and associated buildings: including museums, visitor centers, etc.
A steadfast commitment to serving the public with humility and open-mindedness, with a focus on promoting diversity and inclusion in all aspects of park management and operations.

Responsibilities

Lead a moderately complex park management unit by providing supervision, direction, and support to staff responsible for maintenance and operations, interpretive and recreation programming, resource protection, and administrative functions.
Manage a unit with a high level of facility and infrastructure development; multiple properties, positions, and FTEs; and a moderate to large operating budget, revenue stream, day-use count, and overnight visitation.
Oversee parks that may include habitats for Threatened and Endangered plant and animal species, as well as above- and below-ground cultural resources listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
Coordinate with OPRD cooperating associations.
Manage intergovernmental, agricultural, or concession agreements.
Determine the methods, means, and personnel by which park operations are conducted in complex or numerous properties, including campgrounds, day-use areas, and recreational sites, within the Oregon Parks and Recreation Department (OPRD) context.
Evaluate the effectiveness of park operational plans and activities, and engage park staff in soliciting recommendations for improvement.
Lead and develop a diverse team of park rangers, park ranger assistants, volunteers, and hosts in executing park and campground operations.
Engage effectively with the general public, media outlets, agency officials, and local government representatives.
Develop and maintain positive working relationships with neighboring property owners, mid-level agency and local government representatives, and concessionaires.
Work within collective bargaining agreements, demonstrating respect for labor regulations and effectively managing personnel within established frameworks.
Prepare large, biennial park management unit budgets while adhering to budgetary limits.
Lead complex park improvement projects through all phases, including planning, permitting, and procurements.
Manage the day-to-day maintenance and operation, as well as long-term planning and project management, required to care for cultural and historically significant sites, artifacts, and associated buildings, including museums and visitor centers.
Promote diversity and inclusion in all aspects of park management and operations.