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Public Safety Intern - LOCAL CANDIDATE ONLY

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Portland District; Intern will work at 3 projects (dams) -Bonneville, The Dalles, and John Day Lock and Dams. These projects include over 216 river miles, 11 counties, 2 states, and a major metropolitan area (Portland, Oregon / Vancouver, WA). In addition, the lower Columbia River lies in a National Scenic Area whose economy relies heavily on water based recreation where wind surfing, kite boarding, sport fishing and boating are all key recreation activities in this area.

Primary ResponsibilitiesProvide educational outreach and interpretive programming, as part of a team that encourages public safety.  This includes all aspects of recreation safety on USACE lands and waters to include water, boating, bicycling, hiking, camping, and hunting.  The primary focus will be on water and boating safety for all ages, but with an emphasis on targeting the highest risk group of 18-35 year old males.  Interns will perform a variety of tasks including developing outreach mechanisms for this target audience; updating bulletin boards; maintaining life jacket loaner stations; organizing events; conducting campfire talks, hikes, and tours; and interacting with park visitors.   Interns may be used for search and rescue and as a second (safety) person for boat patrols made by park rangers.  Secondary ResponsibilitiesIncrease safety awareness through communication and lead by example anytime you are near the water or participating in water-related activities. Provide valuable information on how to improve our programs by maintaining open communication with rangers and managers, passing on ideas for improvement gathered during daily contact with visitors.  Keep our parks friendly places for outdoor recreation and socialization.  Assist park rangers and other employees by performing routine tasks pertinent to their natural resources/recreation management and public safety programs. Minimum Qualifications

  • Desire to meet and interact with persons from varied ages and backgrounds.
  • Desire to promote all aspects of recreation safety, including boating and water safety
  • Appearance should be neat and a positive reflection of the organization.
  • Valid driver’s license
  • Ease and comfort using a computer and the Internet
  • Ability to remain calm in busy situations.
  • Cognitive and verbal ability to answer visitor questions and communicate park rules.
  • Physical ability to navigate campground loops, swim areas and visit campsites, lift 20 lbs and carry 25 feet (position may require extended periods in the outdoors during adverse conditions such as heat, cold or rain.)

 Desired Experience (Not Mandatory)

  • First Aid, CPR, AED training
  • Knowledge and experience in interpretive programming
  • NASBLA approved boater education course certification or equivalent
  • Customer service or work with public, especially children and young adults.
  • Previous park or outdoor recreation experience as employee or volunteer.
  • Familiarity with boat and water safety and use of water rescue equipment
  • Ability to swim
  • Fluent in the Spanish language and experience in or working with Hispanic cultures.
  • Basic knowledge of boat maintenance, use, and care of outboard engines

Quick Facts

Site Name: 
The Dalles Lock and Dam
State: 
OR
Location: 
The Dalles
Headline: 
The US Army Corps of Engineers is the Nation's leading provider of outdoor recreation. Safety is a primary concern. While enjoying the great outdoors you will work with park rangers to promote water safety to all ages.
Position Code (PO): 
PO-00301578
Organization: 
Government
Agency: 
USACE
Start Date: 
Fri, 06/14/2013
End Date: 
Thu, 09/05/2013