ASSOCIATE PARK AND RECREATION SPECIALIST

State of California; California (MO); On-site; USD 74,000 - 93,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of California, Dos Rios State Park in Modesto, CA, seeks an Associate Park and Recreation Specialist to provide project management and support for park improvement projects and oversee interpretation programs within the Rivers Sector.

The APRS acts in a lead capacity, trains staff in interpretive or planning methods, and coordinates schedules, frontline programming, social media and printed media. A valid Class C driver's license is required. Final filing date: 10/21/2026.

Qualifications

• Project management and leadership of park improvement projects.
• Train staff in interpretive or planning methods and techniques.

Responsibilities

• Provide project management and support for park improvement projects.
• Oversee interpretation projects and programs within Rivers Sector.
• Lead staff training in interpretive or planning methods; assist with staff schedules and front line programming.

Skills

Project management

Staff training

Job description

Job Posting:ASSOCIATE PARK AND RECREATION SPECIALIST

Department of Parks & Recreation

JC-532484 -

JC-532484 - ASSOCIATE PARK AND RECREATION SPECIALIST
ASSOCIATE PARK AND RECREATION SPECIALIST

$6,623.00 - $8,290.00 per Month
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

Final Filing Date: 10/21/2026

Application Methods: Electronic (Using your CalCareer Account) By Mail Drop-off

ASSOCIATE PARK AND RECREATION SPECIALIST – CENTRAL VALLEY DISTRICT / RIVERS SECTOR / DOS RIOS STATE PARK

The reporting location for this position is Dios Rios State Park in Modesto, CA. This position will work under the direction of Senior Park and Recreation Specialist.

The Associate Park and Recreation Specialist (APRS) provides project management and support for park improvement projects and oversees the interpretation projects and program within the Rivers Sector. The APRS acts in a lead capacity and trains staff in interpretive or planning methods and techniques in accordance with California State Park policies. The incumbent with assist with staff schedules, oversee front line programing, social media, and printed media. Regularly works alongside cultural, natural history, ranger, concession, and maintenance staff to meet park goals and objectives.

Training and Development Assignments may be considered.

Possession of a valid Class C driver’s license is required. You must answer the questions addressing your driver’s license on your