Rest Area Supervisor (Sunset & Tillamook River Rest Areas)

Rest Area Supervisor (Sunset & Tillamook River Rest Areas)

Are you ready to take the lead in keeping Oregon's rest areas safe, welcoming, and well-maintained for thousands of travelers every day? The Travel Information Council (TIC) is seeking a Rest Area Supervisor to manage operations at the Sunset and Tillamook River Rest Areas. This is a hands-on leadership role where you'll supervise staff, coordinate contractors, and ensure these essential public facilities run smoothly.

This posting is for Sunset (US26, 31 miles east of Seaside) and Tillamook River (US101, 5 miles south of Tillamook) Rest Areas.

As the Rest Area Supervisor, you'll be the boots-on-the-ground leader ensuring visitors have a clean, safe, and enjoyable experience while keeping operations running efficiently. You'll have a visible, direct impact on the public every day. Key responsibilities include :

• Perform or oversee janitorial duties, including cleaning restrooms, trash removal, and maintaining high standards of hygiene and appearance.
• Perform or oversee landscaping and groundskeeping tasks, including mowing, planting, snow removal, and general upkeep to ensure a welcoming environment.
• Lead and supervise rest area staff, including hiring, training, scheduling, and performance feedback.
• Maintain facilities, grounds, and utility systems, performing or overseeing repairs, inspections, and preventive maintenance.
• Monitor water, wastewater, electrical, and other systems for safe, efficient operation.
• Manage budgets, purchases, and inventory to keep operations cost-effective.
• Interact with the traveling public, promoting compliance with rest area rules and providing exceptional customer service.
• Collaborate with volunteers, partners, and other agencies to plan improvements and ensure smooth operations.
• Respond to emergencies, report incidents, and take appropriate action to maintain safety.

What We Are Looking For

Minimum Qualifications :

Three years of management, lead work, or supervisory experience which includes customer service (e.g., supervising personnel, scheduling, performance evaluation, hiring recommendation, practices of employee relations, etc.) AND maintenance experience (e.g., construction trades, landscaping);

OR

A Bachelor's degree AND 18 months of management, lead work, or supervisory experience which includes customer service (e.g., supervising personnel, scheduling, performance evaluation, hiring recommendation, practices of employee relations, etc.) AND maintenance experience (e.g., construction trades, landscaping);

OR

An Associate's degree AND 2 years of management, lead work, or supervisory experience including customer service (e.g., supervising personnel, scheduling, performance evaluation, hiring recommendation, practices of employee relations, etc.) AND maintenance experience (e.g., construction trades, landscaping);

OR

Any satisfactory equivalent combination of education and experience which ensures the ability to perform the essential functions of the position.

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Why Join Us?

This role offers the opportunity to work outdoors, lead a dedicated team, and make a difference in the daily experience of travelers across Oregon. If you enjoy hands-on leadership, problem-solving, and creating welcoming public spaces, this is the perfect position for you!

Our amazing benefits include :

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The Travel Information Council is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer Committed to Workforce Diversity. We embody the value of hiring a workforce representative of the communities we serve, understanding that a diverse workforce revitalizes our state. We value diversity and foster a positive and welcoming environment where all employees can thrive.