What are the responsibilities and job description for the Park Ranger 3 - South Beach position at Parks and Recreation Department?
Initial Posting Date:
11/05/2025
Application Deadline:
11/13/2025
Agency:
Parks and Recreation Department
Salary Range:
$4,207 - $6,420
Position Type:
Employee
Position Title:
Park Ranger 3 - South Beach
Job Description:
South Beach State Park
Near Newport, Oregon, United States
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 supervise a program or facility at the management unit, district, or regional level, operating with a high degree of independence and technical expertise in specialized park functions (e.g., resource interpretation, cultural and 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, sharing specialized knowledge and skills that support the maintenance and operations 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 acompetitive 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:
- Skill in enforcing park rules and regulations in a fair and consistent manner.
- Skill in administering and monitoring contractual agreements to ensure products and services are delivered as specified.
- Proficiency in the safe use of tools, materials, and equipment related to landscape, building, facility, and utility system maintenance.
- Knowledge of and experience with complex park resource and facility operations, maintenance, and/or resource interpretation.
- Ability to foster a team-first environment using positive reinforcement and collaborative leadership techniques.
- Skill in teaching employees how to diagnose and resolve maintenance and operational issues, including breakdowns and service disruptions.
- Ability to train staff in basic plumbing, carpentry, painting, and groundskeeping tasks.
- Experience mentoring, coaching, and training employees in park maintenance, operations, and/or interpretive skills.
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 an Equal Pay Analysis to determine salary placement upon hire. Click here to learn more aboutEqual Pay Analysis.
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- Internal Applicants (Current State of Oregon employees): Apply via your employee Workday account. View thisknowledge articlefor 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 theVeterans' Resourcespage 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 theUS 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:Brian Fowler,brian.fowler@oprd.oregon.gov,541-867-7451.
- 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.