JOB ANNOUNCEMENT
CLASSIFICATION TITLE OF THE JOB: Seasonal Ranger for the Detroit and McKenzie River Ranger Districts
CLASSIFICATION NUMBER: N/A
CLASSIFICATION CATEGORY: Seasonal Temporary, Non-Benefited Position working up to 40 hours per week.
DEPARTMENT: Linn County Parks and Recreation
LOCATIONS: Various USFS Parks located along Hwy. 22 and Hwy. 126 in Linn County, Oregon; multiple day-use areas.
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.
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 able to assess and resolves complaints appropriately.
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.
Servicing and restocking restrooms and picnic facilities; garbage removal.
Repair vandalized park facilities and assist with general construction maintenance projects and general carpentry.
Maintain regular and predictable work attendance.
Other duties as assigned.
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.
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 90 lbs; 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.
SALARY, BENEFITS, COMPENSATION: This is a Seasonal Temporary, Non-Benefited Position; $18.50 per hour.
CLOSING DATE: Open until filled.
This recruitment is for multiple seasonal roles (generally 3 to 6 months in duration).
HOW TO APPLY: Submit a completed Linn County Employment Application to: Adam Brenneman, Assistant Parks Operations Supervisor, Linn County Parks and Recreation, 3010 Ferry St. SW, Albany, OR 97322; Fax: 541-924-6915 or via email at [email protected].
Application forms may be obtained through the Linn County webpage at www.co.linn.or.us/jobstemp.html.
LINN COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER