Park Aide (Lake Wenatchee) Washington

Experience the natural beauty of Washington State Parks and get paid to do it! The Park Aide performs 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, area beautification, or explaining park rules. The specific duties will have some variation by park location. ___________________________ This recruitment will be used to fill multiple non-permanent Park Aide positions for Lake Wenatchee State Park. Most positions are 5 months in duration, beginning in April-May. Positions will be scheduled to work 40 hours a week including evenings, weekends and holidays. To read about other current and former park aides’ experiences, click Here! Note: This recruitment will remain open continuously; the hiring authority reserves the right and may exercise the option to make hiring decisions at any time and close the recruitment. Lake Wenatchee State Park- (located in Chelan County) is a 489-acre camping park with 12,623 feet of waterfront on glacier-fed Lake Wenatchee and the Wenatchee River. Located 16 miles from the Bavarian theme town of Leavenworth, the park is a natural wildlife area, and visitors should be aware of the presence of bears and other natural dangers. Lake Wenatchee is a Northwest icon, a clear blue lake surrounded by mountains. Though its shallow lagoon is perfect for pint-sized swimmers, the five-mile-long lake is 244 feet deep at its greatest depth and is a popular destination for boaters and windsurfers. Beginning kayakers and standup paddlers can rent boats and boards at the lake and navigate the calmer waters near the shore. Duties:Under the supervision of the Park Ranger, 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, mowing lawns, or explaining park rules. The specific duties will have some variation by park location. Primary duties include, but are not limited to: All positions- Maintain park facilities through light routine maintenance and janitorial services. Perform grounds maintenance work, such as forest and tree management (chainsaw, chipper), pruning shrubs, backpack blower, and picking up litter. 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. Drive light truck or other state vehicle to transport supplies and equipment within the park area; haul refuse and garbage. Qualifications:REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: Must be a minimum of 17 years old. Possess a valid (unrestricted) driver’s license. – If your DL is out of state (other than WA State), you will be required to show proof of a valid and current unrestricted driver’s license at the time of the interview. PREFERRED/DESIRED:Possess bilingual skills (Spanish language preferred). 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 equipment. Ability to perform general maintenance to park buildings and facilities. 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. UNIFORM INFORMATION: 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. All non-permanent 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.