Park Ranger 2 (Harris Beach State Park)
About The Position
The permanent, full-time Park Ranger 2 protects, maintains, operates, and repairs state park lands, natural and cultural resources, structures, facilities, equipment, and systems within the Harris Beach Management Unit. The role involves building-trade work, including carpentry, electrical, plumbing, painting, and landscape maintenance, as well as resource interpretation, natural and cultural resource restoration, utility infrastructure operation, and park rule enforcement. The position supports the South Run, including Alfred A. Loeb State Park, Crissey Field, McVay Rock, and Winchuck State Recreation Sites. The work is hands-on and may involve demanding conditions, independent judgment, visitor service, and teamwork across geographically separate sites. The role also supports OPRD programs and properties and contributes to safe, equitable access to Oregon state parks.
Requirements
- Four years of visitor services experience and/or maintenance experience; OR an associate's degree in Park and Recreation Administration, Natural Resource Management, or Environmental Studies plus 2.5 years of visitor services and/or maintenance experience; OR a bachelor's degree in one of those fields plus 1 year of visitor services and/or maintenance experience.
- A valid driver's license must be maintained throughout employment.
- A criminal record and driving record check must meet OPRD criteria at the time of hire and throughout employment.
Nice To Haves
- Independent judgment and the ability to set sound priorities and adapt to changing conditions.
- Working knowledge of common park facilities, grounds, plumbing fixtures, and equipment, with methodical troubleshooting and safe work practices.
- Safety awareness and risk-management skills, including hazard identification and following established procedures.
- Ability to explain park rules and decisions clearly and fairly, respond patiently to complaints, and recognize when to disengage or seek help.
- Stewardship of natural and cultural resources, with attention to project scope, resources, approvals, quality, and long-term maintenance.
- Teamwork, training, and constructive leadership skills, including supporting seasonal staff and volunteers.
- Clear communication, accurate recordkeeping, personal accountability, and follow-through on assigned work.
Responsibilities
- Protect, maintain, operate, and repair park lands, natural and cultural resources, structures, facilities, equipment, and systems.
- Perform building-trade work such as carpentry, electrical, plumbing, painting, and landscape maintenance.
- Support resource interpretation and natural and cultural resource restoration.
- Operate utility infrastructure and enforce park rules.
- Work across sites in the South Run and address changing park needs.
- Identify hazards, communicate risks, and take appropriate interim safety measures.
- Provide respectful visitor service, explain park rules, respond to complaints, and de-escalate situations when possible.
- Support seasonal staff and volunteers by sharing skills, providing feedback, and helping others improve.
- Maintain accurate records, promptly report developing problems, and track assigned work through completion.
Benefits
- Work/life balance.
- 11 paid holidays a year.
- Competitive benefits package.
- Advancement and learning opportunities.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
