Park Aide; Okanogan Highlands Area Parks

Overview

Experience the natural beauty of Washington State Parks and get paid to do it!

• Temporary positions are eligible for vacation and sick leave.
• Holiday pay might be available depending on work schedule.
• Great teammates who care about their work.
• Learning and refining practical and transferable job skills.
• Being in nature is good for both physical and mental well‑being.
• Wildlife sightings ranging from chipmunks and quail to orcas and moose.

• Weekend and evening shifts are expected.
• Busy spring and summer holidays may reduce time‑off guarantees.
• Bathroom cleaning is a regular task for most Park Aides.
• Positions are moderately physical; walking, raking, bending, kneeling, lifting and moving lighter items, and heavier items with assistance. If this is not suitable, read the announcement for less physical roles.

This recruitment will fill multiple non‑permanent Park Aide positions in the Okanogan Highlands Area:
Conconully, Curlew Lake, and Pearrygin Lake State Parks. Positions begin March, April, May, or June and last 3‑5 months. The number of vacancies and housing availability vary by park.

Positions are scheduled for 40 hours a week, but fewer hours may be offered over the entire period or for specific periods. Apply for less than 40 hours in the supplemental application section.

This position is not eligible for telework; physical in‑office presence is required.

• Maintain park facilities through light routine maintenance and janitorial services.
• Perform grounds maintenance work: 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.
• Provide park information to visitors and answer phones.
• 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 trucks or other state vehicles to transport supplies and equipment within the park area; haul garbage.

• Must be a minimum of 17 years old.
• Possess a valid, unrestricted driver’s license. If out of state, proof at interview.

• Possess bilingual skills (Spanish language preferred).

• Ability to learn and interpret park rules, area information, and local history and educate park visitors.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and maintain organization, communication, and reasonable completion time and quality.
• Ability to operate a variety of hand tools, power tools, and small equipment.
• Ability to perform general maintenance on 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.

All non‑permanent Park Aides must wear a uniform. A complete and properly worn uniform helps establish a professional identity and promotes respect. All non‑permanent Park Aides receive two shirts, one baseball cap, and a clothing stipend of $75.00 per calendar year. Some positions may qualify for a $150 clothing stipend depending on length of the position. Clothing stipends offset the cost of workplace clothing such as pants, boots, and rain gear.

To ensure consideration, complete the online job application and profile at State Parks Jobs.

Veteran Preference

• Attach a copy of your DD214 (Member 4 long‑form copy), NGB 22, or USDVA signed verification of service letter.
• Black out any personally identifiable information 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 eligibility, .

NOTE:

Prior to a new hire, a background check, including criminal record history, will be…