Seasonal Park Ranger Assistant - Farewell Bend and Lake Owyhee

Position Title

Seasonal Park Ranger Assistant - Farewell Bend and Lake Owyhee

02/17/2026

04/20/2026

Parks and Recreation Department

$3,515 - $4,124

Employee

Farewell Bend State Recreation Area and Lake Owyhee State Park

Near Ontario, Oregon

This recruitment will be used to fill multiple seasonal positions for both Farewell Bend State Recreation Area and Lake Owyhee State Park and may close at any time once vacancies are filled.

First round of application review will take place mid-March, so Apply early for best consideration.

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, 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. You will also 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 April 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 clickhere.

NOTE:
Housing is NOT available at these locations.

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 providing exceptional customer service.
• Experience providing rule information and asking for compliance.
• Ability to use computerized registration equipment and programs.
• Ability to make change and prepare simple cash reconciliation reports.
• Experience using tools, material and equipment associated with landscape and building maintenance.
• Experience assisting with the performance of basic plumbing, carpentry, painting, grounds keeping tasks related to park or campground facilities.
• Experience working alongside a diverse team in a professional setting to achieve goals and successfully accomplish team projects.

Applications will be reviewed for minimum qualifications and desired attributes listed above, consistency of…