Natural Areas Crew Leader - Parks

Salary : $74,737.20 - $95,267.76 AnnuallyLocation : Oregon, ORJob Type: Full TimeJob Number: 2026-04-4057Department: Parks and RecreationOpening Date: 03/20/2026Closing Date: 4/5/2026 5:00 PM PacificFLSA: Non-ExemptBargaining Unit: LOMEAThe PositionThe Parks Maintenance Division manages more than 645 acres of City-owned land, including developed parks, natural areas, athletic fields, and open spaces. Natural areas stewardship includes habitat restoration, invasive species management, forest health work, trail maintenance, ecological monitoring, and volunteer support.The Natural Areas Crew Leader directs and coordinates field crews performing vegetation management, restoration, trail maintenance, and stewardship activities in City natural areas. Work is performed under the general supervision of the Parks Superintendent. This role provides lead direction but does not exercise formal supervisory authority.This position is represented by the Lake Oswego Municipal Employees' Association/ American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees (AFSCME) and is subject to mandatory participation in electronic funds transfer (EFT)for payment of net wages (i.e., Direct Depositor PayCard).Key ResponsibilitiesOrganize, schedule, and oversee natural areas field work.Interpret work instructions and assign tasks to crew members.Identify materials, equipment, and staffing needs.Maintain work records ,reports, and requisitions.Model and enforce safety practices.Perform vegetation management, restoration, and trail maintenance.Support volunteer programs and public stewardship events.Collaborate with Urban Forestry and other divisions.Ideal Candidate:Experience in natural areas maintenance, restoration, and field operations.Knowledge of native/invasive plants and habitat restoration.Strong skills in leading crews and communicating effectively.Ability to make sound field decisions and work safely.Ability to read and understand maps, plans, drawings, orders and other documents as required.Education and Experience RequirementsA typical way of obtaining the knowledge, skills and abilities to perform in this position is with a High School diploma or G.E.D; and four years of experience in general landscape, maintenance, construction work or related experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job. Prior management experience is desired.Incumbent must possess and maintain a valid Public Pesticide applicators license with in six months and meet the City's driving standards.This position is subject to a pre-employment background check as well as a pre-employment drug test.For a complete list of the essential duties, knowledge, skills and abilities required, and physical and mental demands please review the complete job description atSupplemental InformationAnnual Pay range: $74,737.20-$95,267.76Non-cash compensation includes medical, dental, vision, PERS employee pick up, and VEBA contribution.Bilingual Pay: Employees who can speak and/or write a language listed in the top five (5) most common languages spoken in the Lake Oswego School District, may be eligible for three percent (3%) bilingual pay.Application Process: You may visit our web site at to access the online application process. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed job application. The City application must be submitted by: 5:00P.M., Sunday, April 5, 2026BENEFIT SUMMARY - LOMEA membersThe City of Lake Oswego offers a wide range of benefits as part of your total compensation package. This summary is a general outline of the benefits that are available to regular status employees that are employed for 20 or more hours per week. Please contact Human Resources with any questions.Medical/Vision InsuranceCity of Lake Oswego offers 2 plan options for you and your dependents.Regence Blue Cross BlueShield or Oregon and VSP Vision-Traditional PPOIn-network and out-of-network coverage, no referral for specialist care.Kaiser Permanente Medical and VisionServices provided exclusively by Kaiser providers through a primary care physician (PCP).Detailed benefit plan summaries for each plan is available upon request. The monthly employee cost for health insurance depends on the plan selected and if dependents are enrolled.Dental InsuranceComprehensive coverage through 2 plan options for you and your dependents.Delta Dental PPO-Moda Health PlanIn-network and out-of-network coverage, no referral for specialist careKaiser Permanente DentalKaiser dentists agree to provide services to you at a discounted, negotiated fees and copays. Out-of-network services are not covered.With your choice, you will have access to a plan that includes preventive, routine and major dental care as well as orthodontic benefits for child dependents. There is no monthly cost to employee's for dental insurance.Life InsuranceStandard Life Insurance CompanyCity paid insurance amount of $50,000 for Basic Life and $50,000 Accidental Death and DismembermentSupplemental life insurance coverage available for purchase for you, your spouse and dependents with guaranteed issue amounts (GI).Long Term Disability Insurance (LTD)Standard Life Insurance CompanyCity paid long-term disability (LTD) insurance plan which guarantees that you will receive 60% of your salary, up to $4,000, following a 90-day waiting period.Workers' Compensation InsuranceSAIF CorporationYou are provided workers' compensation insurance in accordance with Oregon Revised Statues.Public Employee Retirement System (PERS)Oregon Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)Benefits paid by PERS are funded from 2 sources:Member IAP contributions* paid on your behalf by the City (currently 6% of subject salary); andEmployer contributions**contributions are made 6 months after employment (unless you are a previous or current member of PERS) and amounts are determined by PERS.Vesting: Employee IAP Account - immediately, Pension Benefit Employer Contribution- 5 calendar yearsEmployee Assistant Program (EAP)CanopyThe EAP offers 5 confidential counseling and 24-hour crisis help to employees and their families at no cost. Other services include educational resources, legal assistance and financial help.Voluntary Employee Benefits Account (VEBA)HRA VebaCity contributions* are made to a health reimbursement account to reimburse qualified medical, dental, and vision expenses and premiums you may incur on behalf of yourself, your spouse, dependents. The contribution amount is $100 per month.*Contributions contributed monthly by the City or with leave transfer and/or cash-out funds.Deferred Compensation PlanMissinSquare RetirementThe City offers a 457(b) deferred compensation retirement plan. Contribution amounts can be specified as a percentage or dollar amount for pre-tax and/or Roth contributions. Eligibility is at hire and participation in this plan is voluntary.Flexible Spending Account (FSA)AllegianceFlexible Spending Accounts save you money by reducing the taxes you pay. Your FSA contributions are deducted from each paycheck before federal, FICA and, in most cases, state taxes are calculated. Use your FSA contributions to pay for eligible expenses incurred by you, your spouse, and your dependents.HolidaysThe following holidays are observed throughout the year:New Year's Day, Martin Luther King Birthday, President's Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Memorial Day, Veteran's Day, Thanksgiving Day and Day after Thanksgiving, Christmas Day, and one Personal Holiday.In some years, employees are also eligible for 4 hours holiday on Christmas Eve and 4 hours holiday on New Years' Eve.VacationEmployees shall accumulate vacation in the following manner:0-3 years:12 days (8 hours per month)4-9 years:16.5 days (11 hours per month)10-15 years:21.5 days (14.33 hours per month)16-19 years:23.5 days (15.66 hours per month)20+ years:25 days (16.67 hours per month)Part-time employee vacation hours are pro-rated based on hours worked. Vacation time may accumulate to maximum of 2 times yearly accrual. Excess vacation time will be transferred to employees VEBA account.Sick LeaveAt hire, 48 hours of sick time will be available. After a full 6 months of employment, sick hours will then be accrued a monthly basis at a rate of 8 hours per month.