Seasonal Park Worker (Multiple positions available)

Metro is hiring for Seasonal Park Workers with Parks and Nature. If you love talking to people, working outdoors and have some experience or interest in customer service and grounds maintenance, you might be a great addition to our park operations team as a Seasonal Park Worker. In this position you will play an important role in our commitment to maintaining safe and welcoming destinations where all visitors feel welcome.

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

Multiple seasonal positions are available.

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

• Seasonal Park Worker - Blue Lake Park
• Seasonal Park Worker - Historic Cemeteries and Natural Areas (Blue Lake Park)
• Seasonal Park Worker - Historic Cemeteries and Natural Areas (Borland Field Office)
• Seasonal Park Worker - Oxbow Regional Park (AM/PM Shifts)
• Seasonal Park Worker - Oxbow Regional Park (Overnight Shift)

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.

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 Seasonal Park Worker assisting guests, cleaning restroom and shower facilities, constructing and maintaining developed infrastructure, grounds maintenance, cash handling and booth operations, and ensuring guests are aware of park rules and regulations.

Minimum Qualifications/Transferable Skills:

• High school diploma or GED certificate or sufficient education to demonstrate the ability to read instructions and perform routine math with accuracy OR
• Any combination of education and experience that provides the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the classification duties and responsibilities
• Customer service experience in a public setting 

Special Requirements:

• A valid driver's license
• First Aid/CPR certification (within two months of hire – we train internally) 

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

Preferred Qualifications:  You do not need to have the following preferred qualifications/transferable skills to qualify. However, keep in mind we may consider some or all of the following when identifying the most qualified candidates. Please clearly explain on your application how you meet any of the following preferred qualifications/transferable skills.

• Two years of customer service experience 

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.