SENIOR PARK AIDE (SEASONAL) – SIERRA DISTRICT / LAKE SECTOR
“Priority consideration will be given to any person receiving State public assistance under the CalWORKs program. Applicants who receive State public assistance need to identify their status as a CalWORKs recipient in the comments area on the application. Applicants must submit a verification of their CalWORKs eligibility status, which may include the most recent Notice of Action showing TANF eligibility or a copy of your last aid check stub. If verification is not submitted with the application, the application will not be processed. (Applicants may obtain verification from the CalWORKs program).”
This position works under the direction of the District Interpreter III with guidance from the Lake Tahoe Sector State Park Interpreter I.
The reporting location is the Sector office at Ed Z'Berg Sugar Pine Point with work locations throughout the sector, including D.L. Bliss and Emerald Bay State Parks. The Senior Park Aide (Seasonal) will conduct interpretive and educational outreach, including nature and history walks, virtual learning programs and digital field trips, Junior Ranger activities and campfire programs, and winter programs; perform routine public contact work; answer questions on rules and regulations and facilities for the public; assist in maintaining interpretive collections and historic structures; assist with fee collection and Sierra State Parks Foundation sales; and do other related work as assigned.
They may be required work on Saturday, Sundays, and holidays, and at odd or irregular hours. The purchase and wearing of a State Park uniform will be required. State Park grooming standards must be met. Driving a State vehicle in accomplishing the following tasks may be required. This position may work up to 1500 hours within 12 consecutive months. This position is designated as not telework eligible.
The selected candidate is required to submit to a background investigation process utilizing Live Scan fingerprinting prior to appointment.
This position requires a valid Class C driver’s license. You must answer the questions addressing your driver’s license on your application. Ensure you provide your driver’s license number, class, expiration date, and any endorsements and/or restrictions on your application.
State housing may be available. For further information regarding this position, please contact Jeremy Lin, (530) 523-3501 jeremy.lin@parks.ca.gov.
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.
Work primarily outdoors in varying weather conditions, including heat, cold, rain, and snow. Navigate uneven terrain and moderate hiking trails during program delivery and site visits. Flexible work schedule, including weekends, evenings, and holidays, to accommodate program needs and visitor demand. Collaborative work environment, interacting with park staff, volunteers, and partner organizations. Exposure to wildlife, insects, and plant allergens common to the Sierra Nevada region. Lift at least 25 LBS. and use hand truck.
