Park Aide; Whatcom Bay Area Parks

Description

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

Temporary Washington State Park Aide jobs are available in the Birch Bay area (Birch Bay State Park, Peace Arch State Park, Larrabee State Park). The majority of positions begin March, April, May, or June and are typically 3–5 months in duration. Most positions are scheduled to work 40 hours a week, with possible less-than-full-time options at some locations. In-office presence is required to perform essential functions.

• Maintain park facilities through light routine maintenance and janitorial services.
• Perform grounds maintenance 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 maintenance tools.
• Provide park information to visitors and answer phones.
• Register campers, collect 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.
• Drive light trucks or state vehicles to transport supplies and equipment within the park area; haul garbage.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must be a minimum of 17 years old.
• Possess a valid unrestricted driver’s license. If your DL is out of state (other than WA), you must show proof of a valid and current unrestricted driver’s license at the time of the interview.

DESIRED

QUALIFICATION:

• Possess bilingual skills (Spanish language preferred).

JOB SPECIFIC

COMPETENCIES:

• Ability to learn and interpret park rules, area information, and local history to educate park visitors.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and maintain organization and timely, quality work.
• 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 use of chemicals.
• Ability to perform physical labor for extended periods and in all weather conditions.
• Ability to work Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays.

• All non-permanent Park Aides are required to wear a uniform. A uniform kit includes 2 shirts, 1 baseball cap, and a clothing stipend of $75 per calendar year (some positions may qualify for a $150 clothing stipend depending on position length).

• Temporary positions are eligible for vacation and sick leave; holiday pay might be available depending on when/how long you work.
• Great teammates and practical, transferable job skills; being in nature supports well-being; wildlife sightings are common.
• Supplemental information: complete the online job application and profile at State Park Jobs; veteran preference details and documentation requirements are provided in the posting.

Note:

Prior to a new hire, a background check will be conducted. This position is included in the non-supervisory bargaining unit represented by the Washington Federation of State Employees (WFSE).

Birch Bay State Park – Whatcom County; 194-acre camping park with saltwater and freshwater shoreline.
Peace Arch State Park – Whatcom County; non-camping, 20-acre day-use park on the US-Canada border.
Larrabee State Park – Whatcom County; 2,683-acre camping park with trails and shoreline.

Note on housing: Park housing and RV parking are not available for this area.

To read about experiences of other Park Aides, read the recruitment video and related notes. For more information, contact HR.Recruitment.gov or . Applicants with a legal right to work in the United States are encouraged to apply. See the posting for more benefits details and eligibility.

Diversity Policy Statement: The Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply. Accommodation requests can be directed to the human resources office at . Deaf or hard of hearing applicants may use the Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or