Seasonal Ranger

CLASSIFICATION TITLE OF THE JOB: Seasonal Ranger CLASSIFICATION CATEGORY: Seasonal Temporary, Non-Benefited Position working up to 40 hours per week. DEPARTMENT: Linn County Parks and Recreation LOCATIONS: Various sites managed by Linn County Parks and Recreation - Quartzville Corridor/Whitcomb Creek County Park, Lewis Creek/Foster Lake, Hwy. 20/Willamette National Forest, Hwy. 22/Detroit, Big Lake (must live onsite) START DATE: April 1, 2026/ASAP ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE JOB: (Depending on assigned Park location, you may be required to perform any or all of these essential job functions): • Patrol parks on foot or by vehicle; assist with code compliance; must be able to assess and resolve complaints appropriately. • Collect camping and day use fees; maintain proper logbooks. • Prepare reports and provide public information to park visitors. • Must provide excellent customer service to park patrons; must be friendly, conscientious and responsible. • Must be able to effectively communicate with management, park rangers, co-workers and visitors. • Cleaning of park grounds; pruning shrubs and trees. • Perform general lawn maintenance using mowers, tractors and attachments. • Cleaning and stocking of restrooms and picnic facilities; garbage removal. • Ensure the cleanliness and sanitization of cabins and yurts to a high standard set by the department. • Repair vandalized park facilities; assist with general construction maintenance projects and general carpentry. • Maintain regular and predictable work attendance; be proactive; self-starter. • Other duties as assigned to accomplish department needs. JOB SPECIFIC COMPETENCIES: • Ability to learn park rules, area information, and educate park visitors. • Ability to follow directions, manage multiple tasks to parks standards and complete tasks in a timely manner. • Ability to operate a variety of hand tools, power tools, and small equipment. • Ability to perform general maintenance to park buildings and facilities; perform janitorial services, including the use of chemicals. • Ability to work in all weather conditions. • Must be available to work Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays; work shifts, assignments and locations may vary. • Position requires frequent standing, walking, squatting, bending, kneeling, twisting, and repetitive forward and overhead reaching. • Ability to lift/carry 50lbs. and push objects weighing up to 90lbs; ability to perform physical labor for extended periods of time. • Must have, or be willing to obtain, a First Aid/AED Card. QUALIFICATIONS: Must be a graduate from a senior high school or have your GED; possess a valid Oregon Driver’s License with an acceptable driving record and pass a criminal background check. Must be at least 18 years old at the time of hire. SALARY, BENEFITS, COMPENSATION: This is a Seasonal Temporary, Non-Benefited Position; $18.50 per hour. CLOSING DATE: Open until filled. This recruitment is for a seasonal role (generally 3 to 6 months in duration). HOW TO APPLY: Submit a completed Linn County Employment Application and letter of interest to: Linn County Parks and Recreation, 3010 Ferry St. SW, Albany, OR 97322; via email at parksjobs@co.linn.or.us; or on our webpage at https://www.linncountyor.gov/parksrec/page/jobs-volunteer. (Printable/fillable application available on website.)