Park Specialist - Wallowa

State of Oregon • Joseph, OR

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Oregon Parks and Recreation Department (OPRD) is dedicated to preserving Oregon’s unique landscapes and cultural heritage, serving visitors and all Oregonians through its properties and programs. The department values diversity and is committed to providing safe and equitable access to state parks and agency programs, with a strict policy against racism, harassment, discrimination, or intimidation. This permanent full-time Park Specialist role involves providing and/or participating with the Park Manager in the administrative, business, and program support activities for an Oregon park and/or management unit(s).

Requirements

• Two (2) years of experience as an administrative or program support specialist
• Administrative support entails those duties beyond clerical or secretarial such as: interpretation of laws, rules, and regulations; administrative data collection and analysis; evaluation and explanation of administrative processes, operations, or projects
• An equivalent combination of training and experience
• One year of post-secondary education may be substituted for up to one year of the required experience
• A 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

• Skill in communicating orally and in writing with a variety of people, answering questions, gathering and exchanging information, responding to inquiries, narrative reports, instruction or training materials, etc.
• Experience in a reception setting explaining to the public (in person, on the telephone, or in writing) laws, rules or policies relating to a particular program, operation, or service
• Skill in using policy and procedure manuals, handbooks, or specialized reference materials to research information
• Experience working with confidential information to include, not limited to: HR and Payroll forms, payables and receivables, monthly invoices and statements, travel reimbursements, I-9 verification, employee onboarding, distribute and track issued equipment, keys, uniforms etc. within a public or professional setting
• Skill in gathering and organizing data, preparing and reviewing reports with high attention to detail
• Skill in operating a computer terminal or microcomputer to enter, update, correct and retrieve information, which includes updating computer skills and knowledge on an on-going basis to adapt to changes in technology
• Experience using a variety of software programs, systems, and databases: Microsoft (Excel, Access, Outlook and Word), Financial Management, Computer Reservation and Payroll system in a professional setting

Responsibilities

• Provide and/or participate with the Park Manager in the administrative, business, and program support activities of an Oregon park and/or management unit(s)

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: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed