Senior Park Aide (Riverside State Park) Project

Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission

Job Title: Senior Park Aide

Location: Nine Mile Falls, WA

Closes: July 7th, at 5 p.m. PST

Riverside State Parks Off Road Vehicle Area has a grant funded Senior Park Aide position, scheduled to work 40 hours a week. The position runs through September 30, 2025.

• Please note - on 07/01/2024 there will be a cost of living pay increase of 3% to the listed salary.

Benefits eligibility for this position may be different than what's listed in the benefits tab of this recruitment announcement, for more information on employee benefits eligibility visit - Public Employee Benefits Board (PEBB).

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. And the agency is staffed with nearly 1000 employees (summers), who are some of the most passionate employees you'll find anywhere We love what we manage and what we do. For more information on Washington State Parks, click here.  

Riverside State Park Off-Road Vehicle (ORV) Area is located west of Spokane on Inland Road. This 600-acre multi-use area was set aside in the 1980s for all types of ORVs. The area has proven to be very popular for motorcycles, ATVs, four-wheelers and side by sides. The terrain provides hill climbs, sand areas and trails through wooded areas. The area includes restrooms, picnic tables and shelters, parking and a loading/unloading ramp. The area is open year-round.

Senior Park Aides perform a variety of tasks at the Off-Road Vehicle Area.  A typical workday may include anything from cleaning facilities, performing ground maintenance and minor repairs on roads, trails, and equipment.

Under supervision, this position is essential to the state parks mission of operating, enhancing, and protecting our Parks recreational, cultural, historical, and natural sites. This position will assist and contribute toward all aspects of park operations and will lead work responsibilities.

Primary duties include, but are not limited to:

• Lead Park Aides.

• Performs ground maintenance and cleanin gof all park facilities, including picnic sites, trails, and road.

• Daily inspections and cleaning of comfort stations, vault toilets, kitchen/picnic shelters, and other agency facilities and grounds.

• Provides clean environments for park users by keeping grounds free of litter, debris, or illegal garbage dumps, etc.

• Performs maintenance and light repairs on all park trails, picnic areas and fences and equipment.

• Performs grounds keeping maintenance using power and hand tools to clear brush and trees, prune shrubs, rake leaves.

• Operates various equipment such as mowers, aerators, edger's, trimmers, chainsaws, sod cutters, pressure washers, backpack blowers, etc.

• General repairs and maintenance of buildings, facilities, equipment, and utility systems.

• Provides park information to visitors and answer phones.

• Performs monthly safety meetings and facility inspections.

• Assists with working with volunteers.

• Assists with grant tracking and attendance collection.

• Performs snow removal.

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.

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.

• At least 18 years old.

DESIRED QUALIFICATION:

• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

• Ability to work independently or lead others while using good judgement and problem-solving skills in decision making.

• Knowledge of horticultural and gardening. 

UNIFORM INFORMATION:

All non-permanent and temporary 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. This position will receive 2 shirts within the first year (2 shirts per calendar year after year 1), 1 jacket (per 3 calendar years), 1 baseball cap, 1 beanie or knit hat, 1 brim hat, and a clothing stipend of $75.00 per calendar year. Stipends are intended to offset the cost of clothing worn in the workplace such as pants, boots, raingear, etc.

HOW TO APPLY

To ensure consideration, please complete the online job application and profile at www.careers.wa.org. You must attach or embed in your application the following:

• Three professional references, if not completed in the application process.

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 information about this position, please contact Moose Hempel at Moose.Hempel@parks.wa.gov or (509) 953-6192.

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