Coast Region Director

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.

09/09/2026

09/23/2026

Parks and Recreation Department

$9,604 - $14,856

Employee

Coast Region Director

Seal Rock State Recreation Site

Near Newport, Oregon

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 permanent, full-time Natural Resource Protection and Sustainability Administrator 1, you will serve as the chief operating officer and regional administrator, responsible for all OPRD business and operations within the region. In this role, you provide critical leadership for the agency through strategic planning, establishing operational standards, and supervising staff to ensure the successful delivery of the Oregon Parks and Recreation Department’s mission.

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.

• Five years of management experience;

• Two years of management experience AND a bachelor’s degree.

• 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.

• Skills in tracking and managing complex programs and projects throughout the region that include natural resources, forestry, cultural resources, facilities maintenance and interpretation.
• Skills in interpreting and applying agency rules, policies and procedures to staff and partners.
• Skill in providing leadership to a diverse team of managers and professionals across a broad spectrum of disciplines, often in a remote or hybrid work environment.
• Skills in leading work groups with NGOs, other agencies and partners to complete complex agency projects.
• Experience in developing community relationships with local stakeholders, NGOs, elected officials, other government entities and local government representatives.
• Experience in managing Park systems at the city, county, state or federal level.
• Experience working for Oregon State Parks and knowledge of OPRD policies and procedures.
• Experience in leading a large team of professionals across a dispersed geographic area.
• Experience in managing a natural resource or park…