State of Washington
Park Aide (Cascade Foothills Area) Multiple Parks
State of Washington, Walla Walla, Washington, United States
Overview
Temporary Park Aide positions are available in the Cascade Foothills Area at Lake Sammamish, Saint Edward and Wallace Falls State Parks. Positions begin between March and June, lasting 3–5 months, and are scheduled for 40 hours per week, with the possibility of less‑than‑full‑time work for the entire period of employment or specific time frames. All positions are office‑based and not eligible for telework.
Duties Under the supervision of the Park Ranger, Park Aides perform a variety of tasks at a State Park, beach, or historical area. Typical work includes fee collection, cleaning facilities, mowing lawns, and explaining park rules. The specific duties may vary by park location.
Maintain park facilities through light routine maintenance and janitorial services.
Perform grounds maintenance: cutting grass, weeding flower beds, pruning shrubs, raking leaves, picking up litter.
Maintain lawns using mower, weed‑eater, trimmer, and other maintenance tools.
Provide park information to visitors and answer phones.
Register campers and collect revenue.
Perform daily garbage collection and litter control.
Clean restrooms and stock cleaning supplies.
Clean rental properties and perform general housekeeping: washing windows, scrubbing floors, mopping, sweeping.
Drive light trucks or other state vehicles to transport supplies and equipment within the park area; haul garbage.
Qualifications Required Qualifications
Minimum 17 years old.
Valid (unrestricted) driver’s license; out‑of‑state holders must provide proof at interview.
Desired Qualification
Bilingual skills (Spanish preferred).
Job Specific Competencies
Learn and interpret park rules, area information, and local history and educate park visitors.
Manage multiple projects while maintaining organization, communication, and quality.
Operate hand tools, power tools, and small equipment.
Perform general maintenance on park buildings and facilities.
Conduct janitorial services, including use of chemicals.
Perform physical labor for extended periods of time.
Work in all weather conditions.
Work Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays.
Uniform Information All non‑permanent Park Aides are required to wear a uniform. 2 shirts, a baseball cap, and a clothing stipend of $75 per year will be provided; some positions may qualify for a $150 stipend.
Travel Information Benefit‑eligible employees assigned in King County may receive a "One Regional Card for All" (ORCA) card for travel.
Supplemental Information 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 data such as SSNs; include your name as it appears in careers.wa.gov.
For more information on Veteran's Preference and instructions on how to check your eligibility, click here.
Diversity Policy Statement The Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission is an equal‑opportunity employer. We encourage applicants underrepresented in natural resources and outdoor recreation fields to apply, including but not limited to women, Black, Indigenous, and people of color (BIPOC), individuals with disabilities, neurodivergent individuals, disabled and Vietnam era veterans, persons over 40 years of age, and those identifying as part of the 2SLGBTQ+ community.
Contact Information For more information, contact recruitment at HR.Recruitment@parks.wa.gov or (360) 902‑8569. All applicants with a legal right to work in the United States are encouraged to apply.
Benefits Employees and their families are covered by medical (including vision), dental, and basic life insurance. They may enroll in a medical flexible spending account. Additional benefits include short‑term disability, long‑term disability, and basic life insurance. Employees are eligible for the Washington Public Employees' Retirement System and the Deferred Compensation Program.
The positions offer vacation and sick leave for temporary workers, with holiday pay subject to work schedules.
Please refer to the job posting for full benefits details for each position type.
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Duties Under the supervision of the Park Ranger, Park Aides perform a variety of tasks at a State Park, beach, or historical area. Typical work includes fee collection, cleaning facilities, mowing lawns, and explaining park rules. The specific duties may vary by park location.
Maintain park facilities through light routine maintenance and janitorial services.
Perform grounds maintenance: cutting grass, weeding flower beds, pruning shrubs, raking leaves, picking up litter.
Maintain lawns using mower, weed‑eater, trimmer, and other maintenance tools.
Provide park information to visitors and answer phones.
Register campers and collect revenue.
Perform daily garbage collection and litter control.
Clean restrooms and stock cleaning supplies.
Clean rental properties and perform general housekeeping: washing windows, scrubbing floors, mopping, sweeping.
Drive light trucks or other state vehicles to transport supplies and equipment within the park area; haul garbage.
Qualifications Required Qualifications
Minimum 17 years old.
Valid (unrestricted) driver’s license; out‑of‑state holders must provide proof at interview.
Desired Qualification
Bilingual skills (Spanish preferred).
Job Specific Competencies
Learn and interpret park rules, area information, and local history and educate park visitors.
Manage multiple projects while maintaining organization, communication, and quality.
Operate hand tools, power tools, and small equipment.
Perform general maintenance on park buildings and facilities.
Conduct janitorial services, including use of chemicals.
Perform physical labor for extended periods of time.
Work in all weather conditions.
Work Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays.
Uniform Information All non‑permanent Park Aides are required to wear a uniform. 2 shirts, a baseball cap, and a clothing stipend of $75 per year will be provided; some positions may qualify for a $150 stipend.
Travel Information Benefit‑eligible employees assigned in King County may receive a "One Regional Card for All" (ORCA) card for travel.
Supplemental Information 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 data such as SSNs; include your name as it appears in careers.wa.gov.
For more information on Veteran's Preference and instructions on how to check your eligibility, click here.
Diversity Policy Statement The Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission is an equal‑opportunity employer. We encourage applicants underrepresented in natural resources and outdoor recreation fields to apply, including but not limited to women, Black, Indigenous, and people of color (BIPOC), individuals with disabilities, neurodivergent individuals, disabled and Vietnam era veterans, persons over 40 years of age, and those identifying as part of the 2SLGBTQ+ community.
Contact Information For more information, contact recruitment at HR.Recruitment@parks.wa.gov or (360) 902‑8569. All applicants with a legal right to work in the United States are encouraged to apply.
Benefits Employees and their families are covered by medical (including vision), dental, and basic life insurance. They may enroll in a medical flexible spending account. Additional benefits include short‑term disability, long‑term disability, and basic life insurance. Employees are eligible for the Washington Public Employees' Retirement System and the Deferred Compensation Program.
The positions offer vacation and sick leave for temporary workers, with holiday pay subject to work schedules.
Please refer to the job posting for full benefits details for each position type.
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