Seasonal Park Ranger Assistant; Southern Willamette Management Unit

Initial Posting Date: 02/09/2026

Final date to receive applications: 04/06/2026

Agency: Parks and Recreation Department

Salary Range: $3,515 - $4,124

Position Type: Employee

Position Title: Seasonal Park Ranger Assistant (Southern Willamette Management Unit)

Job Description: Lowell State Recreation Site. Near Eugene, Oregon.

This recruitment will be used to fill multiple seasonal positions and may close at any time once vacancies are filled. Apply early for best consideration.

First round of application review will take place near the first week of March.

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.

As a seasonal, full-time Park Ranger Assistant
, you will assist year-round State Park staff in the protection, maintenance, operation and repair of state park lands, natural and cultural resources, structures, facilities, equipment and systems. Park Ranger Assistants typically perform basic tasks in a single area of park operations (e.g.: janitorial work, landscape maintenance, interpretation or visitor services), although some positions will require performing tasks in a variety of areas.

Some work may require the most elementary skills in building trades, including carpentry, electrical, plumbing, painting and landscape maintenance. In addition, specialized skills in basic park maintenance and operations may be required. Park Ranger Assistants, on a task specific basis, may guide the work of individuals or teams composed of volunteers, seasonal, and/or temporary state park employees.

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 list of duties and working conditions for this position, please .

Seasonal housing is not available.

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.

• 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).

• 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.

• Experience listening to customers, providing a welcoming presence, and asking appropriate questions to obtain needed information and resolve issues.

• Skilled in maintaining composure during emergency or emotionally charged situations.

• Experience working within overnight camping facilities under State, Federal, City, or County jurisdictions, ensuring smooth operations and high standards of public service.

• Skilled in safe use of tools, material and equipment associated with landscape, building, facility and utility system maintenance.

• Experience assisting with the performance of basic plumbing, carpentry, painting, groundskeeping tasks.

• Experience providing public with rule information and asking for compliance.

• Skill in making change and preparing simple cash reconciliation reports.

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