Park Manager ; Underfill Option

Posting Details

Initial Posting Date: 06/03/2026
Final date to receive applications: 06/15/2026
Agency:
Parks and Recreation Department
Salary Range: $5,907 - $9,143
Position Type:
Employee

Position Title:

Park Manager 2 (Underfill Option)

Deschutes River State Recreation Area, Near Wasco, Oregon, United States

Oregon Parks and Recreation Department (OPRD) cares for Oregon’s extraordinary landscapes and rich cultural history. We serve visitors and all Oregonians, promote diversity and inclusion, and provide safe and equitable access to state parks and agency programs. The department does not tolerate racism, harassment, discrimination or intimidation in any form.

As a permanent, full‑time Park Manager, you will lead a moderately complex park management unit by providing supervision, direction, and support to staff responsible for maintenance and operations, interpretive and recreation programming, resource protection, and administrative functions. This management unit includes a high level of facility and infrastructure development; multiple properties, positions, and full‑time employees; and a moderate to large operating budget, revenue stream, day‑use count, and overnight visitation.

Your responsibilities may include coordinating with OPRD cooperating associations, managing intergovernmental, agricultural, or concession agreements, or a combination of these responsibilities.

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.

• A Bachelor's degree in Park and Recreation Administration, Natural Resource Management, Environmental Studies or a related field and 1 year of experience as a Park Manager or equivalent natural resource manager; OR.
• Four years of experience as a Park Manager or equivalent natural resource manager.

• Two years of lead work experience in park operations and maintenance; OR.
• An Associate's degree in Park and Recreation Administration or Natural Resource Management or Environmental Studies and 6 months of lead work experience in park operations and maintenance.

• 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 Enforcement Officer Status after appointment.

• Experience with determining the methods, means, and personnel by which park operations are conducted in complex or numerous properties, including campgrounds, day‑use areas, and recreational sites, within the Oregon Parks and Recreation Department context.
• Proven experience in evaluating the effectiveness of park operational plans and activities, coupled with the ability to engage park staff in soliciting recommendations for improvement.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and develop a diverse team of park rangers, park ranger assistants, volunteers, and hosts in executing park and campground operations.
• Exceptional communication skills to effectively engage with the general public, media outlets, agency officials, and local government representatives.
• Proven capability to develop and maintain positive working relationships with neighboring property owners, as well as mid-level agency and local government representatives and concessionaires.
• Proficiency in working within collective bargaining agreements, demonstrating respect for labor regulations and effectively managing personnel within established frameworks.
• Strong financial acumen and the ability to prepare large, biennial park management unit budgets while adhering to budgetary limits.
• Expertise in leading complex park improvement projects through all phases, including planning, permitting, and…