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<\/div>\nWashington State Parks and Recreation Commission\u00a0<\/em><\/strong><\/div>\n\nAGENCY PROFILE \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0<\/strong>
\nState Parks\u00a0<\/em><\/strong>is governed by a board of seven volunteer citizens appointed by the Governor. Commission members serve staggered six-year terms, setting public policy and guiding the agency. The Washington state park system includes more than 100 developed parks, recreation programs, trails, boating safety and winter recreation.<\/em><\/p>\nOur Mission<\/em><\/strong>
\nThe Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission cares for Washington’s most treasured lands, waters and historic places. State parks connect all Washingtonians to their diverse natural and cultural heritage and provide memorable recreational and educational experiences that enhance their lives.<\/em><\/p>\nOur Vision<\/em><\/strong>
\nWashington’s state parks will be cherished destinations with natural, cultural, recreational, artistic and interpretive experiences that all Washingtonians enjoy, appreciate and proudly support.<\/em><\/p>\nWashington State Parks\u00a0<\/em><\/strong>employs more than 500 permanent staff and more than 350 seasonal and temporary staff throughout the state. The headquarters office is located in Tumwater, and region offices are located in Burlington, East Wenatchee and Tumwater.<\/em><\/div>\n
<\/div>\nThis recruitment will be used to fill three (3), permanent- seasonal,\u00a0Park Aide\u00a0<\/strong>position for\u00a0Brooks Memorial, Maryhill\u00a0and\u00a0Columbia Hills State Parks, located in\u00a0Klickitat County, WA.<\/p>\n
For more information on Washington State Parks, click\u00a0here<\/a>.<\/p>\n
The season dates for these positions are:<\/p>\n
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- Brooks Memorial (Klickitat County)\u00a0<\/strong>–\u00a0March 1st (3\/1) through October 31st (10\/31), yearly<\/li>\n
- Maryhill (Klickitat County)\u00a0<\/strong>–\u00a0April 1st (4\/1) through October\u00a031st\u00a0(10\/31), yearly<\/li>\n
- Columbia Hills (Klickitat County)\u00a0<\/strong>– April 1st (4\/1) through October 31st (10\/31), yearly<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/dd>\n
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Under the direct supervision of a Park Ranger 2, these positions will be required to learn and apply skills needed to carry out the daily operation, maintenance and administration of Brooks Memorial State Park and it’s satellite parks. \u00a0This position will be scheduled to work either day, evening, weekend and\/or holidays.<\/p>\n
Primary duties include,\u00a0but are not limited to:<\/p>\n
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- Maintain park facilities through light routine maintenance and janitorial services.<\/li>\n
- Perform grounds maintenance work, such as cutting grass, weeding flower beds, pruning shrubs, raking leaves, and picking up litter.<\/li>\n
- Maintain park lawns using a mower, weed eater, trimmer, and various maintenance tools.<\/li>\n
- Provide park information to visitors and answer phones.<\/li>\n
- Register campers, collect, sort and count revenue; prepare bank transmittals and deposits.<\/li>\n
- Perform daily garbage collection and litter control.<\/li>\n
- Clean restrooms, vault toilets and lodge using appropriate chemical cleaners.<\/li>\n
- Follows posted cleaning procedures to clean toilets, urinals, sinks, walls, shower stalls, floors, etc.<\/li>\n
- Restocks paper supplies.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/dd>\n
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REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:<\/strong><\/p>\n
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- Must be at least 18 years old.<\/li>\n
- Ability to lift 30-40 pounds.<\/li>\n
- Valid unrestricted (except for corrective lenses) driver’s license – If your DL is out of state (other than WA State), you will be required to show proof of a valid and current unrestricted driver’s license at the time of the interview.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:<\/strong><\/p>\n
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- First Aid\/CPR certified.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
JOB SPECIFIC COMPETENCIES:<\/strong><\/p>\n
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- Ability to learn and interpret park rules, area information, and local history and educate park visitors.<\/li>\n
- Ability to lead and instruct others and follow direction.<\/li>\n
- Ability to manage multiple projects and maintain organization, communication, and a reasonable completion time and quality.<\/li>\n
- Ability to operate a variety of hand tools, power tools, and small equipment.<\/li>\n
- Ability to perform general maintenance to park buildings and facilities.<\/li>\n
- Ability to perform janitorial services, including the use of chemicals.<\/li>\n
- Ability to perform physical labor for extended periods of time.<\/li>\n
- Ability to work in all weather conditions.<\/li>\n
- Ability to work Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays.<\/li>\n
- Ability to learn about equipment servicing, diagnosing, and maintenance.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
UNIFORM INFORMATION:<\/strong>
\nAll Park Aides are required to wear a uniform. \u00a0A complete and properly worn uniform helps establish the professional identity of a Park Aide and promotes respect as a Washington State Parks employee. \u00a0All seasonal Park Aides will receive 4 shirts the first year (2 shirts each year afterwards), 1 baseball cap, 1 jacket each 5 years, a clothing stipend of $150.00 per calendar year, and a boot stipend of $150 every 2 years. \u00a0Stipends are intended to offset the cost of clothing worn in the workplace such as pants, boots, raingear, etc.<\/dd>\n- Supplemental Information<\/dt>\n
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\u00a0 HOW TO APPLY:<\/strong>
\nTo ensure consideration, please complete the online job application and profile at\u00a0www.careers.wa.gov<\/a>. Use reference number\u00a002282<\/strong>\u00a0when searching for the job announcement. You must embed in your application three professional references.<\/p>\n*Failure to follow application process may disqualify you from further consideration.*The information provided in your application must support your selected answers in the application questions. Answers will be verified and documentation may be required. Responses not supported in your application will disqualify you for consideration of employment from this recruitment.<\/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
- First Aid\/CPR certified.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
- Maryhill (Klickitat County)\u00a0<\/strong>–\u00a0April 1st (4\/1) through October\u00a031st\u00a0(10\/31), yearly<\/li>\n
- Brooks Memorial (Klickitat County)\u00a0<\/strong>–\u00a0March 1st (3\/1) through October 31st (10\/31), yearly<\/li>\n
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