State of Washington
Park Aide (Central Cascades Area) Multiple Parks
State of Washington, Olympia, Washington, United States, 98502
Experience the natural beauty of Washington State Parks and get paid to do it!
Park Aide Opportunities Temporary Washington State Park Aide jobs are perfect for:
People who like to get outside and enjoy nature, vriendin do physical work, and contribute to a truly important mission—maintaining a fantastic Parks system for everyone.
Individuals who are interested in a longer‑term career with State Parks. Many permanent staff, including members of our executive team, started their careers as Park Aides.
Students who are looking for summer work.
Active retirees looking for work that keeps them moving and doing good in the world. Less than full‑time work is a possibility in many locations.
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Benefits You Might Not Know Temporary positions are eligible for vacation and sick leave. Holiday pay might be available to you depending on when and how long you work.
Great teammates who care about their work.
Learning and refining a set of very practical and transferrable job skills.
Being in nature is good for your physical and mental well‑being.
Wildlife sightings! From chipmunks and quail to orcas and moose, and everything in between.
Important Considerations
Weekend work is expected, and you might be asked to work evening shifts.
Our Parks are busiest on spring and summer holidays, so we need more of our workers to be on schedule those days. Getting time off around a holiday is not guaranteed.
Bathroom cleaning is a task that most Park Aides get to experience fairly regularly.
Most positions are at least moderately physical—walking, raking, bending, kneeling, lifting, and moving lighter items (and heavier ones with assistance). If that is not appropriate for you, but you are still interested, read the announcement carefully to determine if there might be a position dedicated to less physical work at the park(s) you are interested in.
Park housing and RV parking are not available for this area.
This recruitment will be used to fill multiple non‑permanent Park Aide positions located throughout the Central Cascades Area; Ginkgo/Wanapum, Palouse to Cascades Trail, Lake Easton, Fort Simcoe, Olmstead Place, and Yakima Sportsman State Parks. The majority of positions डाय beginning in March, April, May, or June and are typically 3‑5 months in duration. The number of vacancies will vary from park to park.
Positions in this area typically are scheduled to work 40 hours a week, but we may have ability to offer less than full‑time work over the entire period of employment or for specific periods. If you are interested in less than 40 hours a week, just let us know in the supplemental questions section of the application process.
This position is not eligible to telework, as physical in‑office presence is required to perform essential functions.
Benefits eligibility for this position may be different than what’s listed in the benefits tab ofI'd recruitment announcement; for more information on employee benefits eligibility visit the Public Employee Benefits Board (PEBB).
Park Aide Recruitment Video – Typical Day To read about other current and former Park Aides’ experiences, click Here!
Park Locations Ginkgo/Wanapum State Park —a 7,470‑acre park with camping at Wanapum Recreational Area. 27,000 feet of freshwater shoreline on the Wanapum Reservoir along the Columbia River. Petrified wood was discovered here in the early 1930s, leading to the creation of the park as a national historic preserve. Ginkgo Petrified Forest is a registered national natural landmark and is regarded as one of the most unusual fossil forests in the world.
Palouse converse Trail —a 1,612‑acre park that was once part of the Chicago‑Milwaukee‑St. Paul‑Pacific Railroad path. The trail is 84 miles from Hyak to the Columbia River and contains five old railCompletion tunnels, keli the 2.3‑mile Snoqualmie Tunnel.
Lake Easton State Park —a forested, 516‑acre park with 24,000 feet of freshwater access on the shores of Lake Easton in the Cascade Mountain foothills. Year‑round camping, hiking, cross‑country, and snowmobiling opportunities.
Yakima Sportsman State Park —a 247‑acre camping park created in 1940 by the Yakima Sportsman’s Association to promote game management and conservation of natural resources. The park sits on the floodplain of the Yakima River and offers an irrigated green zone in an otherwise desert area.
Olmstead Place Historical State Park —a 221‑acre day‑use park near Ellensburg. Highlights include homesteading, gardening, agriculture, and ecological learning.
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Fort Simcoe State Park —a 196‑acre day‑use heritage site placed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1974. Primary duties include registering campers, collecting fees, cleaning facilities, mowing lawns, and handling daily garbage. Responsibilities vary by park.
Primary Duties
Maintain park facilities through routine maintenance and janitorial services.
Perform Deaths maintenance work such as cutting grass, weeding flower beds, pruning shrubs, raking leaves, and picking up litter.
Maintain lawns using mowers, weed eaters, trimmers, and other tools.
Provide park information to visitors and answer phone calls.
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 spool housekeeping—washing windows, scrubbing floors, mopping, and sweeping.
Drive light trucks or other state vehicles to transport supplies, equipment, and garbage.
Required Qualifications
Must be a minimum of 17 years old.
Must possess a valid, unrestricted driver’s license. If your driver’s license is out of state (other than WA), proof must be presented at interview.
Desired Qualification ચાલુ
Must possess bilingual skills (Spanish preferred).
Job Specific Competencies • Ability to learn and interpret park rules, area information, and local history; educate visitors. • Ability to manage multiple projects, maintain organization and communication, and meet deadlines. • Ability to operate hand tools, power tools 六和彩 small equipment. • Ability to perform general maintenance and janitorial services using chemicals. • Ability to perform physical labor for extended periods. • Ability to_anim फै work in all weather conditions, Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays. • Ability to learn about equipment servicing, diagnostics, and maintenance.
Uniform Information All non‑permanent Park Aides are required to wear a uniform. All non-permanent Park Aides will receive two shirts, one baseball cap, and a.localization stipend of $75 per calendar year. Some positions may qualify for a $150 clothing stipend depending on the position length.
Application Process Please complete the online job application and profile at State Parks Jobs.
Veteran Preference
Attach a copy of your DD214, NGB 22, or USDVA signed verification of service letter.
Black out any PII such as social security numbers; include your name as it appears on your application in careers.wa.gov.
For more information on Veteran’s Preference and instructions on how to check your eligibility, click here.
NOTE: Prior to hiring aocable background check, including criminal record history, will be conducted. This position is included in the non-supervisory bargaining unit represented by the Washington Federation of State Employees (WFSE). For more information, visit https://wfse.org/.
Diversity Policy Statement The Washington WhState Parks and Recreation Commission is an equal opportunity employer. We strive to create a welcoming, inclusive workplace. Applicants from under‑represented groups are encouraged to apply, including women, Black, Indigenous, people of color, individuals with disabilities, neurodivergent individuals, disabled and Vietnam era veterans, persons over 40, and those identifying as part of the 2SLGBTQ+ community.
Accommodations Persons needing accommodation 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 hard of hearing may call through the Washington Relay Service by dialing 7‑1‑1 or 1‑800‑833‑6388.
Contact Information For more information about these positions, contact recruitment at HR.Recruitment@parks.wa.gov or at (360) 902‑8569.
All applicants with a legal right to work in the United States are encouraged to apply.
Job Alerts to receive a list of new job postings at Parks.
#J-18808-Ljbffr
Park Aide Opportunities Temporary Washington State Park Aide jobs are perfect for:
People who like to get outside and enjoy nature, vriendin do physical work, and contribute to a truly important mission—maintaining a fantastic Parks system for everyone.
Individuals who are interested in a longer‑term career with State Parks. Many permanent staff, including members of our executive team, started their careers as Park Aides.
Students who are looking for summer work.
Active retirees looking for work that keeps them moving and doing good in the world. Less than full‑time work is a possibility in many locations.
curator
Benefits You Might Not Know Temporary positions are eligible for vacation and sick leave. Holiday pay might be available to you depending on when and how long you work.
Great teammates who care about their work.
Learning and refining a set of very practical and transferrable job skills.
Being in nature is good for your physical and mental well‑being.
Wildlife sightings! From chipmunks and quail to orcas and moose, and everything in between.
Important Considerations
Weekend work is expected, and you might be asked to work evening shifts.
Our Parks are busiest on spring and summer holidays, so we need more of our workers to be on schedule those days. Getting time off around a holiday is not guaranteed.
Bathroom cleaning is a task that most Park Aides get to experience fairly regularly.
Most positions are at least moderately physical—walking, raking, bending, kneeling, lifting, and moving lighter items (and heavier ones with assistance). If that is not appropriate for you, but you are still interested, read the announcement carefully to determine if there might be a position dedicated to less physical work at the park(s) you are interested in.
Park housing and RV parking are not available for this area.
This recruitment will be used to fill multiple non‑permanent Park Aide positions located throughout the Central Cascades Area; Ginkgo/Wanapum, Palouse to Cascades Trail, Lake Easton, Fort Simcoe, Olmstead Place, and Yakima Sportsman State Parks. The majority of positions डाय beginning in March, April, May, or June and are typically 3‑5 months in duration. The number of vacancies will vary from park to park.
Positions in this area typically are scheduled to work 40 hours a week, but we may have ability to offer less than full‑time work over the entire period of employment or for specific periods. If you are interested in less than 40 hours a week, just let us know in the supplemental questions section of the application process.
This position is not eligible to telework, as physical in‑office presence is required to perform essential functions.
Benefits eligibility for this position may be different than what’s listed in the benefits tab ofI'd recruitment announcement; for more information on employee benefits eligibility visit the Public Employee Benefits Board (PEBB).
Park Aide Recruitment Video – Typical Day To read about other current and former Park Aides’ experiences, click Here!
Park Locations Ginkgo/Wanapum State Park —a 7,470‑acre park with camping at Wanapum Recreational Area. 27,000 feet of freshwater shoreline on the Wanapum Reservoir along the Columbia River. Petrified wood was discovered here in the early 1930s, leading to the creation of the park as a national historic preserve. Ginkgo Petrified Forest is a registered national natural landmark and is regarded as one of the most unusual fossil forests in the world.
Palouse converse Trail —a 1,612‑acre park that was once part of the Chicago‑Milwaukee‑St. Paul‑Pacific Railroad path. The trail is 84 miles from Hyak to the Columbia River and contains five old railCompletion tunnels, keli the 2.3‑mile Snoqualmie Tunnel.
Lake Easton State Park —a forested, 516‑acre park with 24,000 feet of freshwater access on the shores of Lake Easton in the Cascade Mountain foothills. Year‑round camping, hiking, cross‑country, and snowmobiling opportunities.
Yakima Sportsman State Park —a 247‑acre camping park created in 1940 by the Yakima Sportsman’s Association to promote game management and conservation of natural resources. The park sits on the floodplain of the Yakima River and offers an irrigated green zone in an otherwise desert area.
Olmstead Place Historical State Park —a 221‑acre day‑use park near Ellensburg. Highlights include homesteading, gardening, agriculture, and ecological learning.
synchronous
Fort Simcoe State Park —a 196‑acre day‑use heritage site placed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1974. Primary duties include registering campers, collecting fees, cleaning facilities, mowing lawns, and handling daily garbage. Responsibilities vary by park.
Primary Duties
Maintain park facilities through routine maintenance and janitorial services.
Perform Deaths maintenance work such as cutting grass, weeding flower beds, pruning shrubs, raking leaves, and picking up litter.
Maintain lawns using mowers, weed eaters, trimmers, and other tools.
Provide park information to visitors and answer phone calls.
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 spool housekeeping—washing windows, scrubbing floors, mopping, and sweeping.
Drive light trucks or other state vehicles to transport supplies, equipment, and garbage.
Required Qualifications
Must be a minimum of 17 years old.
Must possess a valid, unrestricted driver’s license. If your driver’s license is out of state (other than WA), proof must be presented at interview.
Desired Qualification ચાલુ
Must possess bilingual skills (Spanish preferred).
Job Specific Competencies • Ability to learn and interpret park rules, area information, and local history; educate visitors. • Ability to manage multiple projects, maintain organization and communication, and meet deadlines. • Ability to operate hand tools, power tools 六和彩 small equipment. • Ability to perform general maintenance and janitorial services using chemicals. • Ability to perform physical labor for extended periods. • Ability to_anim फै work in all weather conditions, Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays. • Ability to learn about equipment servicing, diagnostics, and maintenance.
Uniform Information All non‑permanent Park Aides are required to wear a uniform. All non-permanent Park Aides will receive two shirts, one baseball cap, and a.localization stipend of $75 per calendar year. Some positions may qualify for a $150 clothing stipend depending on the position length.
Application Process Please complete the online job application and profile at State Parks Jobs.
Veteran Preference
Attach a copy of your DD214, NGB 22, or USDVA signed verification of service letter.
Black out any PII such as social security numbers; include your name as it appears on your application in careers.wa.gov.
For more information on Veteran’s Preference and instructions on how to check your eligibility, click here.
NOTE: Prior to hiring aocable background check, including criminal record history, will be conducted. This position is included in the non-supervisory bargaining unit represented by the Washington Federation of State Employees (WFSE). For more information, visit https://wfse.org/.
Diversity Policy Statement The Washington WhState Parks and Recreation Commission is an equal opportunity employer. We strive to create a welcoming, inclusive workplace. Applicants from under‑represented groups are encouraged to apply, including women, Black, Indigenous, people of color, individuals with disabilities, neurodivergent individuals, disabled and Vietnam era veterans, persons over 40, and those identifying as part of the 2SLGBTQ+ community.
Accommodations Persons needing accommodation 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 hard of hearing may call through the Washington Relay Service by dialing 7‑1‑1 or 1‑800‑833‑6388.
Contact Information For more information about these positions, contact recruitment at HR.Recruitment@parks.wa.gov or at (360) 902‑8569.
All applicants with a legal right to work in the United States are encouraged to apply.
Job Alerts to receive a list of new job postings at Parks.
#J-18808-Ljbffr