Seasonal Park Ranger Assistant (Detroit Lake)

State of Oregon•Detroit Lakes, MN

3d•$3,515 - $4,124•Onsite

About The Position

This recruitment will be used to fill multiple seasonal positions and may close at any time once vacancies are filled. Apply early for best consideration. Oregon Parks and Recreation Department (OPRD) is proud to care for Oregon’s extraordinary landscapes and rich cultural history. The department serves its visitors and all Oregonians through its properties and programs, and recognizes that the state’s resilience and beauty are strengthened by its diverse population. Oregon State Parks are public spaces where all are welcome. We value and serve everyone, and we are committed to providing safe and equitable access to state parks and agency programs. The department will not tolerate racism, harassment, discrimination or intimidation in any form. As a seasonal, full-time Park Ranger Assistant, you will assist year-round State Park staff in the protection, maintenance, operation and repair of state park lands, natural and cultural resources, structures, facilities, equipment and systems. Park Ranger Assistants typically perform basic tasks in a single area of park operations (e.g.: janitorial work, landscape maintenance, interpretation or visitor services), although some positions will require performing tasks in a variety of areas. Some work may require the most elementary skills in building trades, including carpentry, electrical, plumbing, painting and landscape maintenance. In addition, specialized skills in basic park maintenance and operations may be required. Park Ranger Assistants, on a task specific basis, may guide the work of individuals or teams composed of volunteers, seasonal, and/or temporary state park employees. We recruit for seasonal positions each year that generally work April through September; however, the duration may vary depending on the park's specific needs.

Requirements

Six (6) months of experience (paid or unpaid) performing public contact or customer service duties (e.g. Teacher, Customer Service Representative, Salesperson, Receptionist, etc.) and/or maintenance experience (construction trades, landscaping, custodial, etc.); OR Six (6) months of college in any discipline (24 quarter hours/16 semester hours)
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

Excellent interpersonal skills and experience communicating well with others.
Ability to use a computer to record and verify information, perform basic data entry, and navigate reservation systems.
Experience providing customers with information about facility rules and asking for customers to comply with facility rules.
Experience handling cash, making change and preparing simple cash reconciliation reports.
Skill in the safe use of tools, material and motorized equipment associated with landscape and building maintenance and performing related duties.
Experience performing custodial duties including cleaning public restroom facilities.
Skill in promoting a culturally competent and diverse work environment.

Responsibilities

Assist year-round State Park staff in the protection, maintenance, operation and repair of state park lands, natural and cultural resources, structures, facilities, equipment and systems.
Perform basic tasks in a single area of park operations (e.g.: janitorial work, landscape maintenance, interpretation or visitor services).
Perform tasks in a variety of areas.
Perform elementary skills in building trades, including carpentry, electrical, plumbing, painting and landscape maintenance.
Perform specialized skills in basic park maintenance and operations.
Guide the work of individuals or teams composed of volunteers, seasonal, and/or temporary state park employees on a task specific basis.