Park Aide; Cascades Area Parks

Park Aide (Central Cascades Area)

Temporary positions with Washington State Parks to work at multiple Central Cascades parks such as Ginkgo/Wanapum, Palouse to Cascades Trail, Lake Easton, Fort Simcoe, Olmstead Place, and Yakima Sportsman State Parks. Positions typically last 3‑5 months, starting in March, April, May, or June, and schedule 40 hours per week (part‑time options available).

• Maintain park facilities through light routine maintenance and janitorial services.
• Perform grounds maintenance: cutting grass, weeding flower beds, pruning shrubs, raking leaves, and picking up litter.
• Maintain park lawns using mower, weed eater, trimmer, and other maintenance tools.
• Provide park information to visitors and answer phones.
• Register campers, collect, sort, 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 including washing windows, scrubbing floors, mopping, and sweeping.
• Drive light trucks or other state vehicles to transport supplies and equipment within the park area; haul garbage.

• Must be a minimum of 17 years old.
• Must possess a valid (unrestricted) driver’s license. If your license is out of state (other than WA), proof of a valid and current unrestricted driver’s license is required at the time of interview.
• Desired:
  Bilingual skills (Spanish preferred).

• Ability to learn and interpret park rules, area information, and local history and educate park visitors.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and maintain organization, communication, and reasonable completion time and quality.
• Ability to operate a variety of hand tools, power tools, and small equipment.
• Ability to perform general maintenance on park buildings and facilities.
• Ability to perform janitorial services, including the use of chemicals.
• Ability to perform physical labor for extended periods of time أد.
• Ability to work in all weather conditions.
• Ability to work Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays.

All non‑permanent Park Aides are required to wear a uniform. A complete and properly worn uniform helps establish the professional identity of a Park Aide and promotes respect as a Washington State Parks employee. Employees will receive two shirts, one baseball cap, and a clothing stipend of $75.00 per calendar year. Some positions may qualify for a $150 clothing stipend depending on the length of riktigt position.

Temporary positions are eligible for vacation and sick leave. Holiday pay may be available depending on schedule and length of employment. Full‑time and part‑time employees accrue vacation leave and paid holidays per state regulations.

The Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission is an equal opportunity employer. We strive to build a workplace culture that is welcoming and inclusive in which all employees feel respected and empowered to bring their unique ideas to the agency. We encourage applicants underrepresented in natural resources and outdoor recreation fields to apply.

To apply, complete the online job application and profile at State Parks Jobs. Veterans may claim preference by attaching a DD‑214 or other verification of service. A background check will be conducted before hire.