AGENCY PROFILE                                                                                                       

State Parks 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.

Our Mission
The 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.

Our Vision
Washington’s state parks will be cherished destinations with natural, cultural, recreational, artistic and interpretive experiences that all Washingtonians enjoy, appreciate and proudly support.

Washington State Parks 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.

Primary duties 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.
• Provide park information to visitors and answer phones.
• Maintain park facilities through light routine and semi-skilled maintenance and janitorial services.
• Perform maintenance and light repairs on all park trails, picnic areas and campsites.
• Perform grounds keeping maintenance using power and hand tools to clear brush and trees, prune shrubs, rake leaves, weed and flower bed maintenance.
• Maintain park lawns using a mower, weed eater, trimmers, and various maintenance tools.
• Perform daily garbage collection and litter control.
• Clean restrooms and stock cleaning supplies.
• Some coastal or island positions may operate and navigate boats up to 20′ in a marine environment.

Current Non-Permanent Openings:

• Dash Point State Park located in Northwest Region, King County, Washington
• Camp Wooten Retreat Center located in Eastern Region, Columbia County, Washington.
• Kanaskat-Palmer State Park located in Northwest Region, King County, Washington.
• Millersylvania State Park located in Southwest Region, Thurston County, Washington.
• Steamboat Rock State Park located in Eastern Region, Grant County, Washington.
• Sun Lakes State Park located in Eastern Region, Grant County, Washington.
• Lake Chelan State Park located in Eastern Region, Chelan County, Washington.
• Birdie Trails State Park located in Northwest Region, King County, Washington.
• Columbia Plateau Trail State Park, located in Eastern Region, Adams County, Washington.
• Brooks Memorial State Park, located in Eastern Region, Klickitat County, Washington.
• Lincoln Rock State Park located in Eastern Region, Chelan County, Washington.
• Lake Sammamish State Park located in Northwest Region, King County, Washington.
• Lime Kiln State Park located in Northwest Region, San Juan County, Washington.
• Moran State Park located in Northwest Region, San Juan County, Washington.
• Sucia Island State Park located in Northwest Region, San Juan County, Washington.
• Scenic Beach State Park located in Southwest Region, Kitsap County, Washington.
• Fort Townsend Historical State Park located in Southwest Region, Jefferson County, Washington.
• Potholes State Park located in Eastern Region, Grant County, Washington.
• Beacon Rock State Park located in Southwest Region, Skamania County, Washington.
• Belfair State Park located in Southwest Region, Mason County, Washington.
• Mount Spokane State Park located in Eastern Region, Spokane County, Washington.
• Alta Lake State Park located in Eastern Region, Okanogan County, Washington.
• Jarrell Cove State Park located in Southwest Region, Mason County, Washington.

• Twelve (12) months of experience in building maintenance or grounds keeping, or performing semi-skilled/general carpentry, electrical and/or plumbing repair work.

OR

• Six months cumulative experience as a Park Aide (or equivalent), or twelve 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

• High School diploma or GED.
• A valid driver’s license.

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, and holidays.
Ability to learn about equipment servicing, diagnosing, and maintenance for all types of equipment, large and small.

• Letter of Interest specifically addressing the qualifications listed in this announcement.
• Current resume.
• Three professional references.

**Incomplete or late application materials will not be accepted. 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.

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 covered by a union shop provision.  Therefore, as a condition of employment, candidates who are appointed are required to become members of the Washington Federation of State Employees (WFSE) and pay dues or as a non-member pay agency shop fee, non-association fee or a representation fee.  The union shop provision shall be effective no later than the 30th day following the effective date of the appointment.
For more information: http://www.dop.wa.gov/recruitment/JobSeekerServices/Pages/UnionInformation.aspx

Diversity Policy Statement
The Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission is committed to creating an equitable, hospitable, appreciative, safe, and inclusive park environment – one that embraces the full spectrum of all community members’ contributions. The Commission makes this commitment because:

• Diversity strengthens the workforce in competence and ability;
• Celebrating diversity appreciates and values individual differences;
• Diversity serves an increasingly heterogeneous society;
• Diversity helps ensure the relevance of a state park system, its mission, properties, and programs to the people of this state today and in the future; and
• Diversity is crucial to our ability to serve all citizens.

The Commission encourages and supports staff efforts to reach out to people of all races, national origins, abilities, religions, sexual orientations, veteran status, ages, and genders who use the parks and who live in communities nearby parks. This outreach is to focus on engaging in partnerships that expand programs and services in a way that is meaningful and of value to all people. The Commission is dedicated to offering quality experiences to all visitors through a workforce and volunteer corps that reflects the diversity of Washington State.

The Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission is an equal opportunity employer. We strive to create a working environment that includes and respects cultural, racial, ethnic, sexual orientation and gender identity diversity. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, persons with disabilities, persons over 40 years of age, disabled and Vietnam veterans and people of all sexual orientations and gender identities are encouraged to apply. 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 the Park directly. You can search for the specific Park contact information here by clicking on ‘Find a Park’.