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Experience the natural beauty of Washington State Parks and get paid to do it! The\u00a0Park Aide\u00a0<\/strong>performs\u00a0a variety of tasks at\u00a0a\u00a0State park, beach, or historical area. A typical work day may include\u00a0anything from registering\u00a0campers and collecting camp fees, to cleaning facilities, area beautification, or explaining park rules. The specific duties\u00a0will have some variation by park location.<\/p>\n \u00a0___________________________<\/em> Positions may be scheduled to work 40 hours a week during the busiest months but may be scheduled for less than full-time at the beginning and end of the season<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n To read about other current and former park aides’ experiences, click\u00a0Here!<\/a><\/p>\n Note: This recruitment will remain open continuously; the hiring authority reserves the right and may exercise the option to make hiring decisions at any time and close the recruitment.<\/strong>\n<\/p>\n Ike Kinswa State Park\u00a0<\/strong>– (located\u00a0in\u00a0Lewis County)\u00a0is a 454-acre camping park with 46,000-feet of freshwater shoreline on the north side of Mayfield Lake. The park provides good fishing, recreational boating, and opportunities for swimming and children’s play.\u00a0The campsites are forested and available year-round.<\/p>\n Lewis and Clark State Park-\u00a0<\/strong>(located in\u00a0Lewis County) is a 621-acre camping park situated in one of the last major stands of old-growth forest in the state. Coniferous trees, streams, wetlands, dense vegetation, and wet prairie comprise the park environment.\u00a0The park contains a vast stand of rare old-growth forest. It is a Civilian Conservation Corps park, and many of the buildings constructed by the corps remain in use today.<\/p>\n Seaquest State Park-\u00a0<\/strong>(located in\u00a0Cowlitz County) is a 475-acre, year-round camping park across the Spirit Lake Highway from the Mount St. Helens Visitor Center. Seasonal fishing, boating and swimming are available nearby.\u00a0The visitor center is a destination unto itself. Ranger talks, documentary film showings, naturalist-led hikes and interpretive exhibits bring to life the mountain’s geology and history. It’s a tour through time, from prehistory to the earth-altering 1980 explosion and the area’s recovery.<\/p>\n Mount St. Helens Visitor Center<\/strong>\u00a0– (located in Cowlitz County) \u00a0This unique building provides visitors a variety of interpretive displays that include comprehensive information on local history, geology, re-growth and the recovery of the land in the years immediately following Mount St. Helen’s eruption. \u00a0Duties<\/p>\n Under the supervision of the Park Ranger, Park\u00a0Aides perform\u00a0a variety of tasks at\u00a0a\u00a0State Park, beach, or historical area. A typical work day may include\u00a0anything from registering\u00a0campers and collecting camp fees, to cleaning facilities, mowing lawns, or explaining park rules. The specific duties\u00a0will have some variation by park location.<\/p>\n Primary duties include,\u00a0but are not limited to:<\/p>\n Qualifications<\/p>\n REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:<\/strong><\/p>\n JOB SPECIFIC COMPETENCIES:<\/strong><\/p>\n UNIFORM INFORMATION:<\/strong> Supplemental Information<\/p>\n To ensure consideration, please complete the online job application and profile at\u00a0www.careers.wa.gov<\/a>. Use reference number\u00a008790<\/strong>\u00a0<\/strong>when searching for the job announcement.<\/p>\n NOTE: \u00a0Prior to a new hire, a background check, including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment, but will be considered in determining the applicant’s suitability and competence to perform in the position.<\/p>\n
\nThis recruitment will be used to fill multiple non-permanent Park Aide positions located throughout the Upper Cowlitz Area; Ike Kinswa, Lewis and Clark , Mt. St. Helens Visot Center, and Seaquest State Parks. Most positions are 3-5 months in duration, beginning in April-May. The number of vacancies and housing availability will vary from park to park.<\/p>\n\n
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\nAbility to lead and instruct others and follow direction.
\nAbility to manage multiple projects and maintain organization, communication, and a reasonable completion time and quality.
\nAbility to operate a variety of hand tools, power tools, and small equipment.
\nAbility to perform general maintenance to park buildings and facilities.
\nAbility to perform janitorial services, including the use of chemicals.
\nAbility to perform physical labor for extended periods of time.
\nAbility to work in all weather conditions.
\nAbility to work Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays.
\nAbility to learn about equipment servicing, diagnosing, and maintenance.<\/p>\n
\nAll non-permanent Park Aides are required to wear a uniform.\u00a0 A complete and properly worn uniform helps establish the professional identity of a Park Aide and promotes respect as a Washington State Parks employee.\u00a0 All non-permanent Park Aides will receive 2 shirts, 1 baseball cap, and a clothing stipend of $75.00 per calendar year. Some position may qualify for a $150 clothing stipend depending on the length of the position.\u00a0 Clothing stipends are intended to offset the cost of clothing worn in the workplace such as pants, boots, raingear, etc.<\/div>\n