Seasonal Ranger

CLASSIFICATION TITLE OF THE JOB: Seasonal Ranger

CLASSIFICATION CATEGORY: Seasonal Temporary, Non-Benefited Position working up to 40 hours per week.

DEPARTMENT: Linn County Parks and Recreation

LOCATIONS: Big Lake located in the Willamette National Forest, off the Santiam Pass, on the historic Santiam Wagon Road.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE JOB: (Depending on assigned Park location, you may be required to perform any or all of these essential job functions):

Patrol parks on foot or by vehicle; assist with code compliance; must be able to assess and resolve complaints appropriately.

Collect camping and day use fees; maintain proper logbooks.

Prepare reports and provide public information to park visitors.

Must provide excellent customer service to park patrons; must be friendly, conscientious and responsible.

Must be able to effectively communicate with management, park rangers, co-workers and visitors.

Cleaning of park grounds; pruning shrubs and trees.

Perform general lawn maintenance using mowers, tractors and attachments.

Cleaning and stocking of restrooms and picnic facilities; garbage removal.

Ensure the cleanliness and sanitization of cabins and yurts to a high standard set by the department.

Repair vandalized park facilities; assist with general construction maintenance projects and general carpentry.

Maintain regular and predictable work attendance; be proactive; self-starter.

Other duties as assigned to accomplish department needs.

JOB SPECIFIC COMPETENCIES:

Ability to learn park rules, area information, and educate park visitors.

Ability to follow directions, manage multiple tasks to parks standards and complete tasks in a timely manner.

Ability to operate a variety of hand tools, power tools, and small equipment.

Ability to perform general maintenance to park buildings and facilities; perform janitorial services, including the use of chemicals.

Ability to work in all weather conditions.

Must be available to work Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays; work shifts, assignments and locations may vary.

Position requires frequent standing, walking, squatting, bending, kneeling, twisting, and repetitive forward and overhead reaching.

Ability to lift/carry 50lbs. and push objects weighing up to 90lbs; ability to perform physical labor for extended periods of time.

Must have, or be willing to obtain, a First Aid/AED Card.

QUALIFICATIONS: Must be a graduate from a senior high school or have your GED; possess a valid Oregon Driver’s License with an acceptable driving record and pass a criminal background check. Must be at least 18 years old at the time of hire.

Must live on site; maintain a tidy, free of clutter, campsite; must have a self-contained recreational vehicle; approved RV must be fully operational, clean in appearance, well maintained and in good working condition. Water and septic are provided; however, you will need to provide your own generator or solar for electricity.

Personal property shall be covered by your own insurance; Linn County will not, and cannot, replace any lost, stolen or damaged property. RV must be insured and licensed with current tags.

SALARY, BENEFITS, COMPENSATION: This is a Seasonal Temporary, Non-Benefited Position; $18.50 per hour.

CLOSING DATE: Open until filled.

This recruitment is for a seasonal role (generally 3 to 6 months in duration).

HOW TO APPLY: Submit a completed Linn County Employment Application and letter of interest to: Linn County Parks and Recreation, 3010 Ferry St. SW, Albany, OR 97322; via email at parksjobs@co.linn.or.us.

Application forms may be obtained via the Linn County webpage at https://www.linncountyor.gov/jobs