Description

This recruitment will be used to fill several non-permanent Park Aide positions located throughout Washington for the 2022 winter season. The majority of the positions are available from November through March, however the start and finish dates vary depending on location.

Benefits eligibility for this position may be different than what’s listed in the benefits tab of this recruitment announcement, for more information on employee benefits eligibility visit- Public Employee Benefits Board (PEBB)

Washington has a variety of state parks and activities including day-use, camping, interpretive centers, environmental learning centers, sno-parks and more! The more than 100 State Parks are spread across the state, from sandy coastal beaches and sheltered Puget Sound islands to sun-soaked lakes and lava flows east of the Cascade Mountains. The number of vacancies will vary from park to park.

For more information on Washington State Parks, click here.

Duties

Under the supervision of the Park Ranger, Park Aides perform a variety of tasks at a State park, beach, or historical area. A typical work day may include anything from registering campers and collecting camp fees, to cleaning facilities, shoveling snow, snow removal, mowing lawns, or explaining park rules. The specific duties will have some variation by park location.

Primary duties include, but are not limited to:

• Provide park information to visitors and answer phones.
• Maintain park facilities through light routine maintenance and janitorial services.
• Perform grounds maintenance work, such as cutting grass, weeding flower beds, pruning shrubs, raking leaves, and picking up litter.
• Maintain park lawns using a mower, weed eater, trimmer, and various maintenance tools.
• Register campers, collect, sort and count revenue; prepare bank transmittals and deposits.
• Perform daily garbage collection and litter control.
• Clean restrooms and stock cleaning supplies.
• Clean rental properties and perform general housekeeping duties including washing windows, scrubbing floors, mopping, and sweeping.
• Drive light truck or other state vehicle to transport supplies and equipment within the park area; haul refuse and garbage.

Current Non-Permanent Openings:

• Bay View State Park, Located in Northwest Region, Skagit County
• Cama Beach State Park, Located in Northwest Region, Island County
• Dosewallips State Park, located in Southwest Region, Jefferson County
• Fields Spring State Park, located in Eastern Region, Asotin County
• Lake Easton State Park, located in Eastern Region, Kittitas County (Positions are part-time working 20-30 hours per week)
• Lake Sammamish State Park, located in Northwest Region, King County
• Maryhill State Park, located in Eastern Region, Klickitat County
• Mount Spokane State Park, located in Eastern region, Spokane County
• Pearrygin Lake State Park, located in Eastern Region, Okanogan County
• Riverside State Park, located in Spokane Region, Spokane County
• Saint Edward State Park, located in Northwest Region, King County
• Sequim Bay State Park, located in Southwest Region, Clallam County

**This recruitment may be used to fill additional winter Park Aide positions as they become available statewide.**

For more information on these and other state parks, click here.

Qualifications

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must be at least 17 years old.
• Valid unrestricted (except for corrective lenses) driver's license - If your DL is out of state (other than WA State), you will be required to show proof of a valid and current unrestricted driver's license at the time of the interview.
  

JOB SPECIFIC COMPETENCIES:

• Ability to learn and interpret park rules, area information, and local history and educate park visitors.
• Ability to lead and instruct others and follow direction.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and maintain organization, communication, and a reasonable completion time and quality.
• Ability to operate a variety of hand tools, power tools, and small equipment.
• Ability to perform general maintenance to park buildings and facilities.
• Ability to perform janitorial services, including the use of chemicals.
• Ability to perform physical labor for extended periods of time.
• Ability to work in all weather conditions.
• Ability to work Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays.
• Ability to learn about equipment servicing, diagnosing, and maintenance.

UNIFORM INFORMATION:
All non-permanent Park Aides are required to wear a uniform. A complete and properly worn uniform helps establish the professional identity of a Park Aide and promotes respect as a Washington State Parks employee. All non-permanent Park Aides will receive 2 shirts, 1 baseball cap, and a clothing stipend of $75.00 per calendar year. Some position may qualify for a $150 clothing stipend depending on the length of the position. Clothing stipends are intended to offset the cost of clothing worn in the workplace such as pants, boots, raingear, etc.

Supplemental Information

HOW TO APPLY:
To ensure consideration, please complete the online job application and profile at State Parks Jobs.

You must attach in your application the following:

• 
  Letter of Interest specifically addressing the qualifications listed in this announcement.
• Current resume.
• Three professional references.

**All requested materials must be submitted. Incomplete or late application materials will not be accepted. Failure to follow application process may disqualify you from further consideration.**

The information provided in your application must support your selected answers in the application questions. Answers will be verified, and documentation may be required. Responses not supported in your application will disqualify you for consideration of employment from this recruitment.

This position is included in the non-supervisory bargaining unit represented by the Washington Federation of State Employees (WFSE). For more information: https://wfse.org/

Diversity Policy Statement:

• 
  Diversity strengthens the workforce in competence and ability.
• Celebrating diversity appreciates and values individual differences.
• Diversity serves an increasingly heterogeneous society.
• Diversity helps ensure the relevance of a state park system, its mission, properties, and programs to all people of this state today and in the future.
• Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion strengthens our ability and commitment to serve all citizens.

The Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating and sustaining a working environment that includes, welcomes, and respects diverse identities of race, culture, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender, and more. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, persons with disabilities, persons over 40 years of age, disabled and Vietnam veterans and people of all sexual orientations and gender identities are invited to apply. Persons desiring any accommodations in the application process or this job announcement in an alternative format may contact the human resources office at (360) 902-8565. Applicants who are deaf or hearing impaired may call through the Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6388.

For more information about these positions, please contact the Park directly. You can search for the specific Park contact information here .