Park Ranger 2 (Harris Beach State Park)

State of Oregon•Brookings, SD

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Park Ranger 2 works in the Harris Beach Management Unit, based near Brookings, Oregon, and supports the South Run sites: Alfred A. Loeb State Park, Crissey Field, McVay Rock, and Winchuck State Recreation Sites. This permanent, full-time role performs and oversees a broad range of work to protect, maintain, operate, and repair park lands, natural and cultural resources, structures, facilities, equipment, and systems. The work combines building-trade and landscape maintenance—including carpentry, electrical, plumbing, painting, and grounds work—with specialized responsibilities such as resource interpretation, natural and cultural resource restoration, utility infrastructure operation, and park rule enforcement. The position supports the maintenance and operation of Oregon Parks and Recreation Department programs and properties. The department emphasizes safe and equitable access, respectful visitor service, stewardship, teamwork, and a welcoming environment for everyone.

Requirements

Meet one of the following minimum qualification pathways: four years of visitor services experience and/or maintenance experience; 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 one year of visitor services and/or maintenance experience.
Complete a criminal record and driving record check meeting OPRD criteria at the time of hire and throughout employment.
Maintain a valid driver's license.
Demonstrate professional communication and provide consistent, detailed information in the application.

Nice To Haves

Independent judgment and sound prioritization.
Ability to work effectively across geographically separate park sites and adapt to changing conditions.
Practical maintenance and troubleshooting knowledge of common park facilities, grounds, plumbing fixtures, and equipment.
Safety awareness and risk management, including identifying hazards and following established procedures.
Respectful visitor service, clear rule education, complaint handling, and de-escalation judgment.
Stewardship and responsible project execution that protects natural and cultural resources.
Teamwork, support for seasonal staff and volunteers, constructive feedback, and respect for supervisory responsibilities and team roles.
Clear communication, accurate recordkeeping, and personal accountability.

Responsibilities

Perform and oversee work to protect, maintain, operate, and repair state park lands, natural and cultural resources, structures, facilities, equipment, and systems.
Carry out building-trade and landscape maintenance, including carpentry, electrical, plumbing, painting, and grounds work.
Support resource interpretation and natural and cultural resource restoration.
Operate utility infrastructure and enforce park rules.
Support maintenance and operations across the Harris Beach Management Unit's South Run sites.
Identify hazards, communicate risks, and follow established safety procedures.
Provide fair, respectful visitor service and explain park rules and decisions.
Plan and execute stewardship projects with attention to scope, resources, approvals, quality, and long-term maintenance.
Share skills, support seasonal staff and volunteers, and provide constructive feedback.
Keep accurate records, report developing problems, and ensure unfinished work is tracked and communicated.