Park Ranger (Temporary, Multiple Positions)

We're looking for people who share Metro's commitment to making sure that all our region's diverse communities - including communities of color and low-income communities - benefit from a world-class park system. At Metro, we hire a workforce representative of the communities we serve, understanding that a diverse workforce strengthens our organization. We value diversity and support a positive and welcoming environment where all of our employees can thrive.

Application deadline: March 7, 2022 @ 5:00 pm, Pacific Time

Multiple variable hour positions are available.

Four work locations with different schedules (apply separately for area of interest):

• Park Ranger (Temporary) - Historic Cemeteries and Nature Parks - Blue Lake
• Park Ranger (Temporary) - Historic Cemeteries and Nature Parks - Borland Field Office
• Park Ranger (Temporary) - Oxbow Regional Park
• Park Ranger (Temporary) - Blue Lake Park

These positions perform a wide variety of tasks essential to park operations and the Metro system of nature parks, cemeteries, and natural areas. The primary role of this position will be to serve as a temporary Park Ranger interacting with the public, assisting guests, constructing and maintaining developed infrastructure, protecting natural and historic resources, and ensuring all guests are aware of and complying with all applicable park rules and regulations. This position may also be required to direct seasonal and/or temporary staff as assigned in a variety of tasks that include, but are not limited to, construction, maintenance, repairs of park and recreational facilities and all associated systems.

In this temporary Park Ranger role, you will help the parks provide a safe and welcoming experience.
 
Minimum Qualifications/Transferable Skills:

• Associate’s degree or equivalent from an accredited college with major course work in parks, natural resources, education, horticulture, or forestry, AND
• Three years park ranger related public recreation, maintenance, construction, operations, sustainability, and evaluation responsibilities OR 
• Any combination of education and experience that provides the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the classification duties and responsibilities.

Special Requirements:

• A valid driver's license
• Ability to obtain first Aid/CPR certification

Driving Record Check: The candidate selected for the position will need to pass a Driving Record check prior to being hired. Speeding tickets do not necessarily preclude employment and will be evaluated on a case by case basis

Hello, we're Metro

Across greater Portland in 24 cities and three counties, there's one local government that brings us all together. Led by an elected council, Metro helps Oregonians shape the future and provides services that make life better today. Metro's work spans parks and nature, land and transportation, garbage and recycling, and arts and events. We help make greater Portland a great place to call home.

An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer

How to apply:

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS:

Make sure your application is complete, missing any part of these items could result in an incomplete application and will not be moved forward in the recruitment.

• Complete the electronic application; and 
• Answer the supplemental questions.

To apply: visit www.oregonmetro.gov/jobs  for the complete job announcement and a link to our online hiring center.