Job Description

Initial Posting Date:

06/24/2026

Application Deadline:

07/08/2026

Agency:

Parks and Recreation Department

Salary Range:

$4,312 - $6,581

Position Type:

Employee

Position Title:

Park Ranger 3

Champoeg State Heritage Area - Oregon State Parks

Near Portland, Oregon

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 permanent, full‑time Park Ranger 3, you will lead a major program or facility at the management unit, park district, or regional level with a high degree of independence and technical expertise. This position requires advanced skills in areas such as resource interpretation, cultural or natural resource restoration, complex utility operations, maintenance programs, park rule enforcement, and visitor services.

In this role, you will coordinate activities across management unit boundaries and serve as a mentor to both permanent and seasonal staff throughout the region. You will provide guidance and training in specialized skills essential to the maintenance and operation of OPRD programs and properties.

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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:

Five 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);

OR

An Associate's degree in Park and Recreation Administration or Natural Resource Management or Environmental Studies and 3.5 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);

OR

A Bachelor's degree in Park and Recreation Administration, Natural Resource Management, Environmental Studies or a related field and 2 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).

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.

Desired Attributes:

• Experience leading, mentoring, and training coworkers, volunteers, and work crews in park maintenance, operations, and resource interpretation.

• Humble, open-minded, and committed to public service.

• Dedication to encouraging collaboration and teamwork, and a spirit of selfless service.

• Experience building positive relationships with community partners, stakeholders, government employees, and coworkers.

• Evaluating the effectiveness of operational procedures, plans and activities, and recommending changes for improvement.

• Experience developing, coordinating, evaluating, and presenting interpretive content and special events to school students, visitors, and the public.

• Proficient in all duties of a Park Ranger such as operating a campground, day-use area operations (special events, reservations, weddings, etc.), conflict resolution and park rule enforcement, park maintenance (including landscaping, plumbing, carpentry, and equipment operation and basic maintenance), restroom cleaning, park resource interpretation, and new employee and host orientation.

• Experience leading safety programs, facility and equipment safety inspections, and supporting and encouraging safe work practices.

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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• Interviews are tentatively scheduled around July 22, 2026.

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: David Figgins, email: David.Figgins@oprd.oregon.gov, phone: 971-239-9087.

• 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.