Student Worker - Jessie Honeyman State Park

State of Oregon

  • Oregon
  • $3,216-3,617 per month
  • Temporary
  • Full-time
  • 20 days ago
Initial Posting Date: 05/03/2024Application Deadline: /Agency: Parks and Recreation DepartmentSalary Range: 3,216.00 - 3,617.00Position Type: EmployeePosition Title: Student Worker - Jessie Honeyman State ParkJob Description:Near Florence, Oregon, United StatesPLEASE NOTE: This opportunity is only open to students that are currently enrolled at least half-time in high school or college.Would you enjoy working on a team where you can use your excellent customer service skills and develop hands-on experience in park maintenance and operations? Do you have landscaping or custodial experience, and wonder what it would be like to have a State Park as your workspace?If this sounds like you, come join our team at near Florence, Oregon, as a Student Worker and support one of Oregon’s greatest resources – State Parks!This recruitment announcement will be used to fill multiple vacancies and future vacancies.This position falls under the classification Student Forester Worker.Our MissionOregon Parks and Recreation Department's (OPRD's) mission is to provide and protect outstanding natural, scenic, cultural, historic and recreational sites for the enjoyment and education of present and future generations.Our Operating PrinciplesOPRD believes Operating Principles are core values that, if mutually accepted and supported by all employees, will create a connected, respectful, and trusting work environment. Our Operating Principles are: Accountability, Commitment, Empathy, Empowerment, Fun, Integrity, Respect, & Well-being.What you will do:As a Student Worker at , you will assist or work in partnership with park rangers volunteers, and hosts in performing park maintenance tasks. Duties include but are not limited to janitorial work, landscape maintenance, interpretation, and visitor services.For a complete list of duties and working conditions for this position, please clickMinimum Qualifications:Must be enrolled at least half-time in high school or college.Special Requirements:To be hired, you must have a criminal records and driving records check that meets OPRD Criteria at the time of hire, and throughout employment.You must have a valid driver’s license at the time of hire and throughout employment.What we are looking for (Desired Attributes):The following are skills that we have identified as key to success in this Student Worker role at OPRD. These are the attributes we are looking for in our top candidate. If you have these skills, please let us know in your application.
  • Skill in listening to what people say and asking appropriate questions to obtain needed information.
  • Skill in common courtesy while communicating with others.
  • Skill in the use of a personal computer.
  • Skill in monitoring and implementing routine procedures while providing customer service.
  • Skill in providing people with information in relation to park rules.
  • Skill in cash handling and reconciliation.
  • Skill in assisting with the performance of restroom cleaning, landscaping and groundskeeping tasks.
What's in it for you:This is a fantastic opportunity to support millions of visitors connecting with the best state park system in America. You will work with a team of supportive, talented and highly motivated professionals.How to Apply:Your candidate profile is the perfect place to display your interest in the position and highlight the skills and experience you will bring, making you the best candidate for the position. Submissions are screened for consistency of information and communication skills at the professional level (attention to detail, spelling, grammar, etc.).External Applicants: Click on the “Apply” link and submit your application. View this for help.Internal Applicants (Current State of Oregon employees): Apply via your employee Workday account. View this for help.After You Apply:Log in to your Workday account (application site) before the job announcement closes to see if you have any pending tasks or actions. These can be found under the “My Applications” section. Make sure to complete these tasks or actions before the job announcement closes.Be sure to check both your email, including junk folder, and Workday account for updates regarding this recruitment.Eligible veterans will be given veterans' preference. If claiming veterans’ preference, please be sure to check your Workday account for pending tasks or actions under your “My Applications” section – this is where you will be asked to upload your qualifying preference documentation after you apply.Additional Information:This position is full-time, Temporary, and is located atThis position is unclassified and is not represented by a union.If you have specific questions about this position, please feel free to contact the hiring supervisor, Kati Baker: or telephone (541) 997-3851This announcement may be used to fill future vacancies as they occur.The salary listed is at the non-PERS rate. Public Employee Retirement System (PERS) eligible employees will have their base salary increased by 6.95% and pay the 6.95% employee contribution to PERS. If you are not yet PERS eligible, the 6.95% pay increase and employee contribution will be effective upon PERS eligibility.Please save a copy of this job announcement for your reference, as it may not be available for you to view after the job closes.Please review the page for more details on the classification, or you may visit our website for information on the job offer process followingOregon Parks & Recreation Department does not offer visa sponsorships. Within three days of hire, all applicants will be required to complete the US Department of Justice Form I-9, confirming authorization to work in the United States. Oregon Parks and Recreation Department uses E-Verify to confirm that applicants are authorized to work in the United States.Questions/Need Help?
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