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This is a temporary position that may last up to 6 months.
We love the outdoors as much as you do!
Imagine waking up each morning to the breathtaking beauty of the Pacific Northwest. The songbirds are your alarm clock, and the crisp, clean air is the first thing you breathe in. This is not a vacation - it's your job. In Oregon, the natural world is our backyard, and PGE is inviting you to make our parks your home for the summer.
Who We Are Looking For:
Have you ever wished to combine your love for the outdoors with your work? Do you have a knack for making guests feel welcome and cared for? If so, you might be the perfect fit for our team. We’re hiring Parks Attendants for the summer of 2026 to help us nurture the beauty and tranquility of our parks.
Accepting applications to fill Camp Hosting positions only.
These positions start in early May and run through September.
Hourly Pay: $21.90 - $24.74
(depending on role and experience)
Camp Host Positions Available
Timothy Lake: 2 positions 40 hrs. per week campground specific – no electric hook-ups.
Duties
- Visitor Information and Guidance
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Customer Service – Guest registration, responds to questions on site, supports emergency responders as needed
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Payment Collections
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Utilize an iPad assigned duties
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Restroom cleaning and maintaining campsites
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Minor landscaping
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Rules enforcement
Education/Experience/Certifications:
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Requires high school diploma or successful completion of General Education Development (GED) test.
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Typically, two or more years of experience in parks, hospitality, resource management or another related field.
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Valid Driver’s License and a history of safe driving practices required.
Competencies (Knowledge, Skills, Abilities)
Functional Competencies:
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Basic knowledge of utility industry.
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Basic knowledge of worksite and local recreational opportunities.
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Basic knowledge of maintenance practices.
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Basic skills in use of maintenance and landscaping power tools.
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Basic skills in using computers and computer applications such as Microsoft word/excel, Outlook, Hercules reservation system, Recreation.gov and other applications.
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Basic ability to read, interpret and apply policies, procedures, and regulations.
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Basic skills in collaboration.
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Basic knowledge of requirements for documenting data and preparing written reports.
General Competencies:
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Intermediate customer focus skills
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Basic analytical thinking skills
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Basic decision-making skills
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Basic interpersonal skills
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Basic problem-solving skills
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Basic diplomacy skills
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Basic influence skills
Physical and Cognitive Demands
Cognitive Level: Basic competencies needed to use common sense to carry out simple or uninvolved instructions and pass initial screening.
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Ability to adhere to set response times, deadlines, and time-sensitive tasks.
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Ability to follow accuracy standards.
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Ability to follow through on decision-making tasks.
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Ability to interact effectively and collaboratively within a team environment.
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Ability to communicate and problem solve when under stress.
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Ability to respond and adapt to frequent change.
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Ability to accept and demonstrate self-awareness when provided constructive feedback.
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Ability to discern feedback and acknowledge ownership of areas of improvement.
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Ability to avoid future mistakes by applying reasonable skills to new but similar work situations or tasks.
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Ability to successfully collaborate with peers, lead worker, managers, and others within the organization.
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Demonstrates sound memory.
- Ability to process new information to be applied consistently to work tasks.
Schedule/Attendance:
- Ability to adhere to pre-established schedule, including start/stop time and break/lunch schedule.
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Ability to work long hours.
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Ability to work a variable schedule.
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Ability to report to work and perform work during periods of severe inclement weather.
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Ability to consistently meet attendance standards for regular, reliable, predictable, full-time attendance.
- Ability to work a shift schedule.
Physical Capabilities:
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Driving/travel/commute: Daily within service territory - Frequently (at least once a week or more)
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Lifting/pushing/pulling: Up to 50 lbs. (Park host)
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Carrying: Up to 50 lbs. (Park host)
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Unstable surfaces requiring balance:
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Walking distances and surfaces (long distances and over rough, uneven, or rocky surfaces)
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Ladders (under 10 rungs)
Environment - Outdoor:
List of available Locations & Amenities
Timothy Lake Campgrounds: At Timothy Lake, you can enjoy camping, hiking, fishing, picnicking, paddling, mountain biking and horseback riding – all with a spectacular view of Mt. Hood. Around the 1,500-acre lake, nine campgrounds provide over 250 campsites, and there are several picnic areas along the shore. PGE manages this site in partnership with the U.S. Forest Service.
Motorized boats are allowed at a 10-mph speed limit, and canoes, kayaks, sailboats and other non-motorized watercraft are welcome.
Amenities depend on position: Camp Hosting positions do not have electric but have water, sewage hook up, Fuel stipend, garbage, cell coverage (AT&T and Verizon), laundry, phone, WIFI, bathroom, and shower located at Timothy central.
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Join us today and power your potential!
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PGE does not discriminate on the basis of disability. We recognize individuals have a variety of abilities to offer and we believe there is much to value and celebrate by incorporating different abilities into the work we do. One very important way we live this out is in our application and interview process. We work hard to support individuals who may need an accommodation to fully participate in these processes. If you feel you may need an accommodation, or would like to request one, please notify the recruiter associated with the job posting. You may also make this request by contacting [email protected] or by calling 503-464-7250. The Recruiter will provide information and next steps for the accommodation process.
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