Park Aide; South Sound Area Parks

Overview

Description and

Experience:

Experience the natural beauty of Washington State Parks and get paid to do it! Temporary Washington State Park Aide Jobs are available. Park Aide roles involve working outdoors, performing physical tasks, and contributing to a mission to maintain a fantastic Parks system for everyone.

Positions may be seasonal or non-permanent and involve working in various parks in the South Sound Area with potential start dates from March to June and durations typically 3–5 months. Some positions may require weekend and evening shifts and physical duties such as cleaning, grounds maintenance, and basic facility upkeep.

Note:

This recruitment includes multiple non-permanent Park Aide positions located throughout the South Sound Area; details vary by park location.

• Maintain park facilities through light routine maintenance and janitorial services.
• Perform grounds maintenance (mowing, weeding, pruning, raking, litter pickup).
• Maintain park lawns using standard tools (mower, weed eater, trimmer).
• Daily garbage collection and litter control; clean restrooms and stock supplies.
• Clean rental properties and perform general housekeeping (windows, floors, sweeping, etc.).
• Drive light state vehicles to transport supplies within the park and haul garbage.
• Welcome Station duties may include providing visitor information, processing reservations, and POS transactions where applicable.

• Minimum age 17 years old.
• Valid unrestricted driver’s license (out-of-state license accepted with proof of validity at interview).

• Bi-lingual skills preferred (Spanish, Ukrainian, Russian).
• Welcome Station Park Aide: experience running POS systems and using Microsoft Office Suite.

• Ability to learn and interpret park rules, area information, and local history to educate visitors.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and maintain organization and timely completion.
• Ability to operate hand tools, power tools, and small equipment.
• Ability to perform general maintenance to park buildings and facilities; janitorial skills and chemical handling.
• Ability to perform physical labor and work in all weather conditions; ability to work weekends, holidays, and possibly evenings.

All non-permanent Park Aides are required to wear a uniform. Uniforms help establish professional identity. Eligible for clothing stipend: $75 per calendar year (potentially $150 depending on duration). Some positions may provide a clothing stipend to offset clothing costs.

To be considered, complete the online job application and profile at State Parks Jobs. Veteran preference information and required documentation are listed below, including DD214 or equivalent verification and recommended redaction of PII. More information on Veteran’s Preference is available via the posting.

• Attach veteran documentation as specified; include your name as it appears on your application.
• To read about veteran preference eligibility, follow the posted guidance.

The Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds and experiences to apply, including women, BIPOC, veterans, people with disabilities, neurodivergent individuals, and members of the 2

SLGBTQ+ community.

Benefits, leave, and retirement information is described in the posting and may vary by appointment type. General benefits may include health coverage, retirement plans, paid leave, and other compensation details. Specific benefit details can be viewed in the official benefits information linked in the posting.

For accommodation in the application process, contact the human resources office. If you need park-specific contact information, you can locate it in the posting. All applicants with a legal right to work in the United States are encouraged to apply.