Park Aide (Senior Park Aide) Statewide

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Duties Under the supervision of the Park Ranger, Senior Park Aides perform a variety of tasks at a State park, beach, or historical area. A typical work day may include anything from registering campers and collecting camp fees, to cleaning facilities, performing grounds maintenance and minor repairs on roads, trails, and campgrounds.

The specific duties will have some variation by park location. Primary duties for all positions include, but are not limited to: Lead Park Aides Perform grounds maintenance and cleaning of all park facilities, including picnic sites, trails, and roads. Assist with interpretive programs, walks, and talks.

Register campers, collect, sort, and count revenue; prepare bank transmittals and deposits. Provides park information to visitors and answer phones. Maintains park facilities through light routine and semi-skilled maintenance and janitorial services.

Performs maintenance and light repairs on all park trails, picnic areas and campsites. Performs grounds keeping maintenance using power and hand tools to clear brush and trees, prune shrubs, rake leaves, weed and flower bed maintenance. Maintains park lawns using a mower, weed eater, trimmers, and various maintenance tools.

Drive light trucks or other state vehicles to transport supplies and equipment within the park area; hauls garbage and litter control. Cleans restrooms and stock cleaning supplies. Primary duties for Marine Park positions include, but are not limited to: Performs marine vessel operation up to 21 foot in length and safely navigates waterways utilizing GPS and tide charts as well as docking and anchoring vessels.

Maintains marine environment facilities to include docks, moorage buoys, and Compost Toilet waste systems. Provides water/boater safety, marine animal, and marine vegetation safety information to visitors and answer phones. Current Non-Permanent Openings: Columbia Hills Historical State Park located in Easter Region, Klickitat County, Washington Columbia Plateau Trail State Park located in Eastern Region, Adams County, Washington.

Fort Townsend Historical State Park located in Southwest Region, Jefferson County, Washington. Jarrell Cove State Park located in Northwest Region, Mason County, Washington. Lake Sammamish State Park located in Northwest Region, King County, Washington.

Lime Kiln Point State Park located in Northwest Region, San Juan County Washington. Lincoln Rock State Park located in Eastern Region, Douglas County, Washington. Moran State Park located in Northwest Region, San Juan County, Washington.

Palouse to Cascades Trail located in Eastern Region, Kittitas County, Washington. Spencer Spit State Park located in Northwest Region, San Juan County, Washington. Sucia Island Marine State Park located in Northwest Region, San Juan County, Washington.

Twenty-Five Mile Creek State Park located in Eastern Region, Chelan County, Washington.

Qualifications REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS Twelve (12) months of experience in building maintenance or grounds keeping, or performing semi-skilled/general carpentry, electrical and/or plumbing repair work. For Sun Lakes Welcome Station Senior Park Aide ONLY : Twelve (12) months of experience as a front-line customer service representative that includes resolving customer inquiries/complaints and educating customers/co-workers on service-related issues.

OR Six (6) months cumulative experience as a Park Aide (or equivalent), or twelve (12) months experience in a special employment program (Washington Conservation Corps) with a parks agency. A combination of experience (WCC and Park Aide) may be used provided candidate has at least three months experience as a Park Aide (or equivalent).

AND A valid unrestricted (except for corrective lenses) driver's license. Must be at least 18 years old. DESIRED QUALIFICATION: Possess bilingual skills (Spanish language preferred).

For Marine Park positions ONLY: Vessel operations. For Marine Park positions ONLY: Completion of Washington State Boaters Safety Course. JOB SPECIFIC COMPETENCIES: Ability to learn and interpret park rules, area information, and local history and educate park visitors.

Ability to lead and instruct others and follow direction. Ability to manage multiple projects and maintain organization, communication, and a reasonable completion time and quality. Ability to operate a variety of hand tools, power tools, and small and large equipment.

Ability to make minor repairs to park buildings and facilities, such as minor electrical, plumbing, and roofing. Ability to perform janitorial services, including the use of chemicals. Ability to perform physical labor for extended periods of time.

Ability to work in all weather conditions. Ability to work Saturdays, Sundays, evenings and holidays. Ability to learn about equipment servicing, diagnosing, and maintenance for all types of equipment, large and small.

UNIFORM INFORMATION: All non-permanent Senior Park Aides are required to wear a uniform. A complete and properly worn uniform helps establish the professional identity of a Senior Park Aide and promotes respect as a Washington State Parks employee. All non-permanent Senior 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. Clothing stipends are intended to offset the cost of clothing worn in the workplace such as pants, boots, raingear, etc. Supplemental Information How to apply: Only candidates who reflect the minimum qualifications on their NEOGOV profile will be considered.

Failure to follow the application instructions below may lead to disqualification. To apply for this position, you will need to complete your profile which includes three professional references. It is highly encouraged to attach: A cover letter that specifically addresses how you meet the qualifications for this position Current resume To take advantage of veteran preference , please do the following: Attach a copy of your DD214 (Member 4 long-form copy), NGB 22, or USDVA signed verification of service letter.

Please black out any PII (personally identifiable information) data such as social security numbers. Include your name as it appears on your application in careers.wa.gov. For more information on Veteran's Preference and instructions on how to check your eligibility, click here .

NOTE: Prior 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. This position is included in the non-supervisory bargaining unit represented by the Washington Federation of State Employees (WFSE).

For more information: https://wfse.org/ . Diversity Policy Statement: 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.

At State Parks, we believe that embracing diverse backgrounds and experiences is essential to growing a strong workforce. We encourage applicants underrepresented in natural resources and outdoor recreation fields to apply, including but not limited to women, Black, Indigenous and people of color (BIPOC), individuals with disabilities, neurodivergent individuals, disabled and Vietnam era veterans, persons over 40 years of age, and individuals who identify as a part of the 2SLGBTQ+ community.

Persons needing accommodation in the application process or this job announcement in an alternative format may contact the human resources office at (360) 902-8565. Applicants who are deaf or hard of hearing may call through the Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6388. For more information about these positions, please contact recruitment at HR.Recruitment@parks.wa.gov or at (360) 902-8569.

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Like everyone, your first priority is ensuring that you and your family will maintain health and financial security. That's why choice is a key component of our benefits package. We have a selection of health and retirement plans, paid leave, staff training and other compensation benefits that you can mix and match to meet your current and future needs.

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benefits: The following information describes typical benefits available for full-time employees who are expected to work more than six months. Actual benefits may vary by appointment type or be prorated for other than full-time work (e.g. part-time); view the job posting for benefits details for job types other than full-time.

Note: If the position offers benefits which differ from the following, the job posting should include the specific benefits. Insurance Benefits Employees and their families are covered by medical (including vision), dental and basic life insurance. There are multiple medical plans with affordable monthly premiums that offer coverage throughout the state.

Staff are eligible to enroll each year in a medical flexible spending account which enables them to use tax-deferred dollars toward their health care expenses. Employees are also covered by basic life and long-term disability insurance, with the option to purchase additional coverage amounts. To view premium rates, coverage choice in your area and how to enroll, please visit the Public Employees Benefits Board (PEBB) website .

The Washington Wellness program from the Health Care Authority works with PEBB to support our workplace wellness programs . Dependent care assistance allows the employee to save pre-tax dollars for a child or elder care expenses. Other insurance coverage for auto, boat, home, and renter insurance is available through payroll deduction.

The Washington State Employee Assistance Program promotes the health and well-being of employees. Retirement and Deferred Compensation State Employees are members of the Washington Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS). New employees have the option of two employer contributed retirement programs.

For additional information, check out the Department of Retirement Systems ' web site. Employees also have the ability to participate in the Deferred Compensation Program (DCP). This is a supplemental retirement savings program (similar to an IRA) that allows you control over the amount of pre-tax salary dollars you defer as well as the flexibility to choose between multiple investment options.

Social Security All state employees are covered by the federal Social Security and Medicare systems. The state and the employee pay an equal amount into the system. Public Service Loan Forgiveness If you are employed by a government or not-for-profit organization, and meet the qualifying criteria, you may be eligible to receive student loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.

Holidays Full-time and part-time employees are entitled to paid holidays and one paid personal holiday per calendar year. Note: Employees who are members of certain Unions may be entitled to additional personal leave day(s), please refer to position specific Collective Bargaining Agreements for more information . Full-time employees who work full monthly schedules qualify for holiday compensation if they are employed before the holiday and are in pay status for at least 80 nonovertime hours during the month of the holiday; or for the entire work shift preceding the holiday.

Part-time employees who are in pay status during the month of the holiday qualify for the holiday on a pro-rata basis.

Compensation for holidays (including personal holiday) will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status in the month to that required for full-time employment, excluding all holiday hours. Pay status includes hours worked and time on paid leave. Sick Leave Full-time employees earn eight hours of sick leave per month.

Overtime eligible employees who are in pay status for less th