Park Manager - Gorge

# Columbia River Gorge - Rooster Rock State Park 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 Manager 3***, you will oversee the full scope of park operations. This includes long‐ and short‐range planning; supervising paid and volunteer staff through subordinate managers; and directing resource conservation, maintenance, and visitor services activities. You will manage one of OPRD’s larger and more complex park management units, characterized by a combination of high Maintenance Management Plan hours, sophisticated facilities and infrastructure, numerous properties and staff positions, substantial budgets and revenue, and significant day-use and overnight visitation.

Your responsibilities may also involve stewardship of threatened and endangered species, oversight of cultural resources listed on the National Register of Historic Places, and partnership with OPRD cooperating associations, as well as managing various intergovernmental, agricultural, or concession agreements.  
** Additional

Duties Include:

*** Directly plan and supervise the maintenance, operation and interpretation, rehabilitation and construction activities for all park properties within the management unit
* Supervise the implementation and operation of OPRD revenue programs
* Support the OPRD's affirmative action plan and maintain a work environment free from harassment and discrimination; promptly investigate complaints.
* Conduct boundary inspections for trespass violations; inspect properties for negative impacts to natural and cultural resources.
* Maintain an appropriate inventory of maintenance and operations supplies and materials.  
** For a complete list of duties and working conditions click*
* ** here.*
* ** 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.  
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* Minimum Qualifications:

**
* ** Six years
** of progressively responsible experience as a Park Manager or equivalent natural resource manager;
** OR
* ** Possession of a
** bachelor’s degree
** in Park and Recreation Administration, Natural Resource Management, Environmental Studies or a related field,
** AND 3 years
** of progressively responsible experience as a Park Manager or equivalent natural resource manager;
** OR
* ** Possession of an
** associate degree
** in Park and Recreation Administration, Natural Resource Management, Environmental Studies or a related field
** AND 4.5 years
** of progressively responsible experience as a Park Manager or equivalent natural resource manager.
** 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.
* Must obtain First Aid/CPR Certification and OPRD…