Near Florence, Oregon is located less than a mile from the renowned Salmon Harbor Marina on Winchester Bay—famous for top-notch crabbing and sport fishing—Umpqua Lighthouse State Park offers a scenic and dynamic work environment. The park’s campground and developed day-use areas sit alongside the serene, non-motorized Lake Marie, where visitors enjoy hiking, fishing, picnicking, paddling, and relaxing on a small sandy beach.

Welcome Statement

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.

Your New Role

As a seasonal, full-time Park Ranger Assistant, you work alongside year-round State Park staff to help protect, maintain, and operate Oregon’s treasured park lands. Your role may involve tasks in janitorial work, landscaping, visitor services, and park interpretation. Some assignments may also include basic building trades like carpentry, painting, electrical, plumbing, and more. You might also be asked to guide volunteers or seasonal team members in day-to-day projects. This is a great opportunity to gain hands-on experience while contributing to the preservation and enjoyment of one of the state’s most beautiful coastal parks.

We recruit for seasonal positions each year that generally work June through September; however, the duration may vary depending on the park's specific needs.

For a complete review of the position and responsibilities please click here.

Housing is available at this location.

What's in it for you:

An exciting opportunity to help millions of visitors connect with the top state parks across America; working alongside a dedicated, skilled, and passionate team of professionals. Additional benefits include:

• Work/life balance, 11 paid holidays a year, and a competitive benefits package.

• Advancement and learning opportunities that will help grow your career with the State of Oregon.

Minimum Qualifications:

• 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)

Special Requirements:

• To be hired, a criminal record and driving record check must be completed that meets OPRD Criteria at the time of hire, and throughout employment while also maintaining a valid driver’s license.

• Must be 18 years of age at the time of employment.

Desired Attributes:

• Experience working as a member of team to accomplish tasks and achieve goals.

• Experience answering routine inquiries, explaining rules and regulations based on observation, knowledge, and understanding within a public setting.

• Experience using common courtesy and maintaining composure during emergency or emotionally charged situations, such as contact with upset guests.

• Experience in using computerized registration equipment and programs.

• Experience in making change, maintaining a cash drawer, and preparing simple cash reconciliation reports.

• Experience in the performance of basic plumbing, carpentry, painting, custodial maintenance, and groundskeeping tasks.

• Experience using hand tools, motorized equipment, or power tools related to plumbing, carpentry, painting, custodial maintenance, and groundskeeping tasks

How to Apply:

Applications will be reviewed for minimum qualifications and desired attributes listed above, consistency of information, and professional communication.

• Use the "My Experience" section in your Workday candidate profile to provide a detailed overview of your work history, experience, and skills, demonstrating how you meet the minimum qualifications and any of the desired attributes listed above. What You Need to Know to Get the Job

• The information in your application will be used to complete a pay equity assessment to determine salary placement upon hire. Please see the link here to our Pay Equity Project.

• External Applicants: Click on the “Apply” link and submit your application. View this video or this knowledge article for assistance.

• Internal Applicants (Current State of Oregon employees): Apply via your employee Workday account. View this knowledge article for help.

• Veterans: We value the dedication of Veterans! Take advantage of Veterans’ Preference by submitting the required documentation at time of application. The requirements can be found on the Veterans' Resources page under “Qualifying for Veterans’ Preference”.

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Additional Information:

• This position is represented by Service Employees International Union (SEIU).

• This announcement may be used to fill future vacancies as they occur.

• Oregon Parks & Recreation Department does not offer visa sponsorships. Within three days of hire, all applicants will be required to complete the US Department of Justice Form I-9, confirming authorization to work in the United States. Oregon Parks and Recreation Department uses E-Verify to confirm that applicants are authorized to work in the United States.

Contact Information:

• For questions about this position, contact hiring supervisor: Randy Copsey (randy.copsey@oprd.oregon.gov).

• For questions on application process, email: OPRD.Recruiting@oprd.oregon.gov.

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Oregon Parks and Recreation Department is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, committed to diversity.

The State of Oregon does not request or require your age, date of birth, attendance or graduation dates from an educational institution during the application process.