Park Ranger 2

State of Oregon•Sublimity, OR

1d•$4,312 - $5,988•Onsite

About The Position

As a Permanent, full-time, Park Ranger 2, independently plan and carry out personally, or by conducting others, complex volunteer services program, park maintenance, operation, facility and resource conservation and/or interpretation tasks to protect, maintain, operate, repair and improve state park lands, natural and cultural resources, structures, facilities, equipment and systems within the Silver Falls Management Unit.

Requirements

Four 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).
An Associate's degree in Park and Recreation Administration or Natural Resource Management or Environmental Studies AND 2.5 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).
A Bachelor's degree in Park and Recreation Administration, Natural Resource Management, Environmental Studies AND 1 year 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).
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.

Nice To Haves

Skills and knowledge of complex overnight park resource and facility operations and maintenance.
Skill in mentoring, coaching and training employees and volunteers in park maintenance, operation and/or interpretive skills.
Skill in maintaining composure and taking appropriate action during emergency or emotionally charged situations.
Experience leading and inspiring a team of Park Rangers, Park Ranger Assistants, and volunteers, and fostering a collaborative and productive work environment.
Experience with web-based reservation system, completing deposits, develop operating procedures, training new and seasonal staff on policy and procedures.
Experience conducting and coordinating volunteer activities: recruiting, scheduling and/or training park hosts, individual volunteers and volunteer groups, ensuring that required forms, records and reports are completed, coordinating volunteer projects and activities to meet park needs.
Skill in excellent verbal and written communication skills to interact with staff, visitors, stakeholders, and contractors.

Responsibilities

Plan and carry out complex volunteer services programs.
Manage park maintenance, operation, facility and resource conservation and/or interpretation tasks.
Protect, maintain, operate, repair and improve state park lands, natural and cultural resources, structures, facilities, equipment and systems.