About the Department
Jackson County Employment Opportunity
Are you looking for a great seasonal job? Do you like working outdoors and meeting the public?
If you are a team player with a great work ethic, who is looking for a great opportunity to make a difference, please consider one of our Extra Help Ranger Assistant positions in one of our many Jackson County Parks.
Jackson County strives to recruit, hire and retain the best employees!
Position Duties
- Pass a criminal background check prior to hire.
- Submit an acceptable DMV certified court print prior to hire. click on the following link to review Jackson County's requirements for an acceptable driving record.
- Pass a pre-employment drug screen, which includes screening for Marijuana. Click on the link to review Jackson County's Drug-Free Workplace Policy.
- This is a non-represented position.
Minimum Qualifications
Examples of Principle Duties and Position Functions: (Any one position may not include all of the duties listed nor do the listed examples include all tasks which may be found in positions of this class.)
- Ranger Assistants work under the direction of the Park Rangers and other lead personnel, assisting in the general upkeep, maintenance and operation of County Parks.
- Principal duties include: camper compliance; fee collections; cleaning restrooms, picnic areas, campground areas, and other park facilities; mowing lawns; weeding planters; maintaining irrigation systems; meeting the public; giving directions and answering questions concerning park rules and regulations and general information about the park(s).
Education and Experience:
- Ranger Assistants must be at least 18 years of age and possess a current Oregon driver’s license with a good driving record (DMV report).
Licenses, Certificates and Other Requirements:
Valid Oregon Driver’s license and a good driving record.
Working Conditions:
Work is primarily performed outdoors with exposure to a variety of weather conditions.
Other Qualifications
ADA and Equal Opportunity Employer
In accordance with the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA) and its amendments, Jackson County does not discriminate on the basis of disability in its hiring or employment practices. A person who requires an accommodation for any part of the recruitment process should contact the Human Resources Office, Attn. ADA Coordinator, at (541) 774-6036 or by TTY/TDD 711 or (800) 735-2900 as far in advance as possible but no later than 48 hours before the scheduled need.
Jackson County is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin or disability. For a copy of Jackson County's Equal Employment Opportunity Plan, visit our web site at www.jacksoncountyor.gov or call 541-774-6036.
Because of the Immigration Reform Act of 1986, persons hired by the County must be able to present acceptable documents verifying identity and authorization to work in the United States.