Seasonal Park Maintenance Worker; PS

Overview

Do you love the great outdoors and are passionate about preserving and enhancing the natural beauty of our public lands? Do you want to make a meaningful impact on your community by ensuring our parks are well-maintained and safe for all to enjoy? If so, this is an excellent opportunity to join King County Parks as a Seasonal Parks Maintenance Worker (Parks Specialist I) to make a difference while enjoying the outdoors.

This recruitment may be used to establish a pool of qualified candidates to fill Seasonal Parks Specialist openings throughout the season within the Parks Division of the Department of Natural Resources & Parks (DNRP). The season begins April 15 and ends October 14. No additional candidates will be hired after August 15.

As a vital member of the Parks Seasonal team, you will perform a variety of tasks such as landscaping, athletic field maintenance, trail building and maintenance, construction and demolition, invasive weed removal, restoration, planting, and working with volunteer groups. Work is performed outdoors and in all types of weather conditions. The role supports the mission to steward public lands for future generations.

Seasonal Job Duration:
Up to six months from April 15 – October 14, 2026. Both full-time and part-time shifts are available.

Attend one of our interview events to interview with Parks staff. Candidates who attend in-person events will be given first consideration for open positions. Please select the location and date you plan to attend in the supplemental questionnaire of your application.

• Marymoor Park —
  
  Location:
  
  Clise Mansion, 6046 West Lake Sammamish Pkwy NE, Redmond, WA 98052;
  Date:
  February 25, 2026;
  Time: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
• Parks Central Maintenance Facility —
  
  Location:
  
  3005 NE 4th Street, Renton, WA 98056;
  Date:
  March 4, 2026;
  Time: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
• Parks Central Maintenance Facility —
  
  Location:
  
  3005 NE 4th Street, Renton, WA 98056;
  Date:
  March 5, 2026;
  Time: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
• Vashon Island —
  
  Location:
  
  TBD;
  Date:
  March 19, 2026;
  Time: TBD

A complete application is required prior to interviewing for a seasonal position. For questions about applying or interview events, please contact Crystal Yost at cyost.

King County Parks evolved from 150 acres in 1938 to more than 28,000 acres. Today, our system includes more than 200 parks, 175 miles of regional trails, and 215 miles of backcountry trails. Our mission is to steward, enhance and acquire parks to inspire healthy communities. We seek to cultivate strong relationships with community partners to enhance park amenities for all King County residents to enjoy today and for generations to come.

King County is a diverse and vibrant community that represents cultures from around the world. Our True North is to create a welcoming community where everyone can thrive. We prioritize equity, racial and social justice as a daily expectation for all employees. As a Seasonal Parks Specialist, you will actively apply these principles in all aspects of your work. Learn more about our commitment /equity.

Apply now for a rewarding career in the Parks Division of King County Department of Natural Resources & Parks (DNRP). Join our talented workforce in protecting and restoring the natural environment and promoting resilient, sustainable, and equitable communities.

• Provide for the welfare and safety of park visitors by offering assistance and information to patrons, including park rules and regulations.
• Maintain park grounds and trails by trimming, mowing, clearing, and removing litter and debris.
• Maintain and prepare athletic facilities such as fields, arenas, play areas, picnic shelters, and restrooms.
• Safely operate and maintain equipment and vehicles including weed eaters, power blowers, push mowers, trucks, mowers, and small utility vehicles.

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Ability to work with and provide exceptional customer service to the public and volunteer groups.
• Ability to follow instructions and work independently and as part of a team.

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