Central Lakes Park Operations Leader (Housing Available)

State of Washington; Washington; On-site; USD 65,000 - 87,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Subsidized park housing

Job summary

State of Washington is seeking a Park Operations Ranger for the Central Lakes Area, based at Alta Lake State Park. This full-time, administrative role oversees day-to-day operations, facilities, and public services, reporting to the Area Manager.

Supervisory duties include staff and volunteer oversight, scheduling, and ensuring compliance with agency policies. The position requires prior park ranger experience and supervisory leadership, with a strong emphasis on safety, planning, and

Qualifications

• Professional park ranger experience.
• Previous supervisory experience.
• Valid driver’s license in WA required.
• Preferred Bachelor’s degree in parks & recreation, history, or natural resources.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operations for the Central Lakes Area.
• Supervise park staff and volunteers according to agency policies.
• Manage facilities and infrastructure oversight within park area.
• Lead public safety, customer service, and incident response efforts.
• Coordinate with Area Manager on staffing, planning, and reporting.

Skills

Park Ranger experience

Supervisory experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree in parks & recreation or related field

Job description

State of Washington is seeking a Park Operations Ranger for the Central Lakes Area, based at Alta Lake State Park. This full-time, administrative role oversees day-to-day operations, facilities, and public services, reporting to the Area Manager.

Supervisory duties include staff and volunteer oversight, scheduling, and ensuring compliance with agency policies. The position requires prior park ranger experience and supervisory leadership, with a strong emphasis on safety, planning, and