Seasonal Student Worker – Wallowa Lake

Title: Seasonal Student Worker – Wallowa Lake

Job Number: REQ-91374

Salary: $2,719 – $2,802 per month

Location: Wallowa Lake State Park

PLEASE NOTE: This opportunity is only open to students that are currently enrolled in high school.

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 an interest in gaining landscaping or custodial experience, and wonder what it would be like to have a State Park as your work space?

If this sounds like you, come join our seasonal team as a Student Worker and support one of Oregon’s greatest resources – State Parks!

This recruitment announcement will be used to fill one vacancy and possible future vacancies for Wallowa Lake State Park.

This position falls under the classification Student Office Worker.

Our Mission

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 Principles

Oregon Parks and Recreation Department (OPRD) 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 Seasonal Student Worker at Wallowa Lake State Park, you will assist or supplement a permanent, trained work force by performing repetitive and routine office work that can be easily learned on the job. You will provide visitor information and assist with other duties to ensure clean, safe and enjoyable park areas for the visiting public.

Minimum Qualifications:

Must be enrolled at least half-time in high school

What we are looking for (Desired Attributes):

• Ability to listen to what people say and asking appropriate questions to obtain needed information.
• Ability to provide factual information based on observation, knowledge and understanding.
• Demonstrated common courtesy while communicating with others.
• Basic computer skills.
• Ability to make change and prepare simple cash reconciliation reports.
• Desire to promote a culturally competent and diverse work environment.

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.

LINK TO OFFICIAL STATE APPLICATION (required):

https://oregon.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/SOR_External_Career_Site/job/Joseph--OPRD--Mountain-Region---Eastern-District---MU-Wallowa-Lake/Seasonal-Student-Worker---Wallowa-Lake_REQ-91374

https://oregon.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/SOR_External_Career_Site/job/Joseph--OPRD--Mountain-Region---Eastern-District---MU-Wallowa-Lake/Seasonal-Student-Worker---Wallowa-Lake_REQ-91374