Lead Park Aide – Battle Ground Lake (Permanent)

State of Washington; Washington; On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Washington State Parks in Battle Ground Lake State Park is seeking a Senior Park Aide to lead a Park Aide team and oversee daily park operations, ensuring a clean, welcoming, and safe environment for visitors.

The role includes supervisory duties, facility and grounds maintenance, and coordinating with Rangers and staff to deliver a high-quality visitor experience. On-site work is required with varied hours including weekends.

Qualifications

• Twelve (12) months of experience in building maintenance or grounds keeping, or performing semi‑skilled/general carpentry, electrical and/or plumbing repair work and a valid unrestricted driver’s license (other than corrective lenses) and at least 18 years old.
• Six (6) months cumulative experience as a Park Aide (or equivalent) and a valid unrestricted driver’s license (other than corrective lenses) and at least 18 years old.
• Twelve (12) months experience in a special employment program (Washington Conservation Corps) with a park’s 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 driver’s license (other than corrective lenses) and at least 18 years old.

Responsibilities

• Leads Park Aides, answers phones and provides information to the public.
• Cleans and maintains grounds and facilities, including removing ashes, cleaning tables, litter pickup, and maintaining park buildings and restrooms.
• Maintains park lawns using mowers, weed eaters, trimmers, and related equipment; records usage and reports problems.
• Assists rangers in maintaining facilities to ensure safety and operational readiness.

Job description

Washington State Parks in Battle Ground Lake State Park is seeking a Senior Park Aide to lead a Park Aide team and oversee daily park operations, ensuring a clean, welcoming, and safe environment for visitors.

The role includes supervisory duties, facility and grounds maintenance, and coordinating with Rangers and staff to deliver a high-quality visitor experience. On-site work is required with varied hours including weekends.