Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission

Job Title: Park Aide
Location: Skamania, WA
Closes: April 24th, 2026, at 5 p.m. PST. Park housing is not available for this position.

Duties include but are not limited to:

• Assists in maintaining facilities, cabins, structures, restrooms, park grounds, vehicles, equipment, tools, campsites, picnic sites, BBQs, firepits, trails, fences, roads, and parking lots to Agency standards.
• Cleans and disinfects all publicly used facilities such as restrooms, CXTs, cabins, day-use shelters, event centers, welcome centers, and registration stations according to Agency standards and park cleaning schedules; restocks supplies.
• Performs regular trash collection, litter pick-up, and garbage disposal' hauls garbage with Park pickup truck.
• Maintains Park grounds using a mower, weed eaters, trimmers, brush cutters, this includes raking leaves, pruning shrubs, weeding flower beds; removes and reports noxious weeds according to the parks noxious weeds removal plan.

• Provides information to guests and visitors regarding park rules and regulations, local events, activities, interpretive programs, and historic information.
• Assists guests who are checking into cabins, campsites, and day-use facilities.

• Completes all reports on time, including timesheets, WEX/VUR reports, vehicle inspections, etc.
• Ensures all safety parameters are being met and followed' participates in safety meetings; completes all incident reports within the 24-hour reporting period.
• Completes all required and recommended training.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must be a minimum of 17 years old.
• Possess a valid, unrestricted driver's license (except corrective lenses).

DESIRED QUALIFICATION:

• First aid and CPR certification

• Ability to work independently while using good judgement and problem-solving skills in decision making.
• Awareness and willingness to follow safety policies and protocols.
• Promotes cooperation and an eagerness and capacity to learn new skills.
• Self-starter who can see a project through to completion.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

• The ability to follow strict safety protocols, identify infrastructure hazards, and participate in mandatory training like First Aid and defensive driving to protect both themselves and the public, is paramount in a park setting.

• Since the role involves guest interaction, the ability to provide clear information on rules, local history, and reservation assistance with a helpful and professional demeanor is critical.

• Working in the Salish Foothills involves diverse tasks (from brush cutting to visitor booth hours) in various outdoor conditions. The candidate must be flexible and capable of transitioning between labor-intensive outdoor work and indoor customer service.

• Someone who takes pride in Agency standards — ensuring restrooms are disinfected, supplies are restocked, and grounds are maintained.

• The candidate needs to be comfortable operating and maintaining a variety of equipment, including mowers, weed eaters, brush cutters, and park vehicles.

• Considering and incorporating new information and different perspectives.
• Increasing and developing knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• Adapting to change and applying new approaches.
• Practicing self-awareness by reflecting on personal strengths, growth areas, and biases.
• Taking responsibility for learning and adapting, rather than relying on others to fill gaps.

• Welcoming and valuing different identities and perspectives.
• Asking questions to understand and meet the needs of others
• Collaborating with others to overcome challenges and find solutions
• Adapting communication and approaches to different communities and individuals.

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.

About Parks:
Want to join a great organization? The Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission manages one of the largest, most diverse--and most beautiful—parks systems in the country. With more than 120,000 acres, the system includes 124 developed parks, including 19 marine parks, 11 historical parks, 35 heritage sites, 13 interpretive centers and approximately 500 miles of long-distance recreation trails. Parks is staffed with nearly 1,000 employees (summers), who are some of the most passionate employees you'll find anywhere. For more information on Washington State Parks, click here.

Note: This position is covered by the Washington Federation of State Employees (WFSE). Once the listed position(s) is(are) filled, this recruitment announcement may also be used to fill additional position(s) for up to sixty (60) days.

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.

For information about the recruitment process and qualifications, please contact Jenee Kramer at Jenee.Kramer@parks.wa.gov or (360) 902-8569.

For information about these positions, please contact Brian Lobbes (Rasar State Park) at Brian.Lobbes@parks.wa.gov or (360) 853-3994; Please contact Spencer Livaudais (Camano Island State Park) at Spencer.Livaudais@parks.wa.gov or (360) 503-9524.

All applicants with a legal right to work in the United States are encouraged to apply.

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