From keeping our park clean and helping with parking, to staffing our gift shop, our dedicated, friendly staff is available to answer your questions and help you get the most out of your visit.
Gift shop
Lyndsay Salmi
MANAGER
“Working at the Column is the most rewarding job I’ve ever had. I work with the most encouraging and appreciative group of people, and I love speaking with our guests from around the world.”
Jessica Oeser
ASSISTANT MANAGER
“I enjoy sharing the experiences with our guests and being a part of enriching their trip. I love the beauty and history that the Column represents.”
Easton Barendse
ASSOCIATE
“The best part of working here is all the people you get to meet from all over the world.”
Susan Bones
ASSOCIATE
“The views from the Astoria Column and talking with travelers from all over the world make my days working in the gift shop so much fun.”
Shawn Byrd
ASSOCIATE
“I love working at the Column because I get to work on the top of the world. The beautiful views never get old. I also feel like I’m a perfect fit up here.”
Parking and grounds
Fred Pynes
MANAGER AND HOST
Jim Richardson
PARKING AND MAINTENENCE TECHNICIAN
Bob Barr
PARKING ATTENDENT
Taryn Barendse
PARKING ATTENDENT
Riggs Orak
PARKING ATTENDENT
