Park Office Assistant Specialized

Maricopa County; Arizona; On-site; USD 28,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Maricopa County Parks and Recreation is seeking a Park Office Assistant Specialized to support park operations and customer service. You will manage the POS system, handle revenue, greet visitors, and provide administrative assistance across the park system.

The role requires clerical experience, a high school diploma, and the ability to obtain a Arizona driver’s license. Bilingual English/Spanish skills are valued for visitor interactions.

Qualifications

• Two years of clerical and administrative duties with customer service.
• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Must currently possess or obtain a valid Arizona driver’s license by hire.

Responsibilities

• Operate the point-of-sale/reservation system and train volunteers and staff.
• Process revenue, count cash and checks, and prepare bank deposits daily.
• Greet park visitors and explain park features, rules, and fees.
• Respond to emails, calls, and inquiries from the public and staff.
• Oversee inventory for the Nature Center, contact station, and souvenir fund.
• Prepare weekly/monthly souvenir fund orders and ensure compliance.
• Provide general administrative support to park staff.
• Perform other duties as assigned (light janitorial, maintenance, etc).

Skills

Clerical experience

Customer service

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

POS system

Job description

Posting Date

10/28/26

Application Deadline

11/03/26

Pay Range

$20.25 - $32.50 hourly

Salary offers are based on the candidate's equivalent experience and internal equity with other employees within the same job classification. This position is eligible for overtime compensation for all hours worked over 40 in the designated workweek.

Job Type

Unclassified

Department

Parks and Recreation

About the Position

Do you love the outdoors and want to help others enjoy it too? Do you thrive in administrative and customer-service-focused roles? Consider applying for our Park Office Assistant Specialized position, where you will have the opportunity to make a difference every day in Maricopa County!

About Us

Welcome to the Maricopa County Parks and Recreation Department! From hiking on a barrier-free trail to horseback riding along a creek to testing your mountain biking skills and abilities on a competitive track, Maricopa County parks offer visitors the best of the Sonoran Desert.

At approximately 120,042 acres of parkland and 872 miles of trails, Maricopa County is home to one of the largest regional park systems in the nation. Currently, there are twelve parks in Maricopa County's regional park system. Each is unique and offers its visitors a wide variety of recreational opportunities.

The Maricopa County Parks and Recreation Department oversees the Maricopa Trail, a 315-mile trail system that encircles the valley and links all regional parks together. The department is staffed by a team of passionate employees, park hosts, and volunteers dedicated to providing park visitors with the best customer experience possible. Join us today!

About Cave Creek Regional Park

The 2,922-acre park is located north of Phoenix and became part of Maricopa County's regional park system in 1963. Cave Creek Regional Park sits in the upper Sonoran Desert and ranges in elevation from 2,000 feet to 3,060 feet. This desert oasis offers hikers and equestrians majestic views. The Go John Trail loops around a mountain, creating the illusion of being miles away from civilization. In the 1870s, fever-stricken gold seekers staked their dreams on the jasper-studded hills. Guided trails to these sites give visitors an opportunity to travel back in time.

Proud to Offer

• Work with a greater purpose
• Tuition reimbursement
• Exceptional work-life balance
• Opportunities for growth and development within Maricopa County
• Low-cost, high-value healthcare for you and your qualifying dependents
• Child care benefits, including access to the Maricopa County Kids Club, dedicated to serving Maricopa County families
• Paid vacation, sick time, and parental leave
• Extensive wellness program, including an incentive
• Enrollment in the Arizona State Retirement System, a defined retirement benefit requiring a 11.98% per paycheck contribution rate that includes a 100% employer match on Day 1
• Want to learn more about the County's Qualifying and Compensation Philosophy? Follow this link to learn more! Work With Us | Maricopa County, AZ

We Require

• Two years of experience performing clerical and administrative duties that include customer service
• High School Diploma or GED

Other Requirements

• Must currently possess or have the ability to obtain a valid Arizona driver's license by the time of hire

We Also Value

• Cash handling experience using a computerized point-of-sale system

• Three or more years of clerical duties, including customer service and public contact experience

• Bilingual (English/Spanish) skills

Job Contributions

• Operates on the point of sale/reservation system and provides initial and ongoing training to volunteers and staff as needed
• Prepares and processes revenue, including counting cash and check intake for all revenue locations, and prepares reports and bank deposits daily for all park staff
• Greets park visitors and interprets park features for customers, including, but not limited to, park use areas, rules and regulations, fees and special uses of park lands
• Responds to e-mails, phone calls, and in-person inquiries and concerns from the public, agencies, park personnel, or others regarding designated parks in a professional manner;
• Oversees ordering and inventory functions of the Nature Center, contact station, and souvenir fund
• Prepares weekly/monthly park souvenir fund order; ensures order meets all department requirements
• Provides general administrative support to park staff
• Other Job Duties as assigned (e.g., light janitorial, litter collection, landscaping, exhibit display care, etc)

Working Conditions

• Position is typically office or administrative work and is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions.
• Incumbent may be subjected to extreme temperatures, wetness/humidity, respiratory hazards, and noise and vibration when working in the field.
• Incumbent may be subjected to moving mechanical parts, vibrations, fumes, odors, dust, poor ventilation, chemicals, oils, extreme temperatures, inadequate lighting, workspace restrictions, intense noise, and travel
  

Selection Procedure

• Consideration will only be given to candidates who submit online applications
• Candidates will be contacted primarily through email and their Workday online application profile
• Must pass a pre-employment background and/or fingerprint investigation as required by statute or policy, including drug and alcohol testing requirements for positions designated as safety-sensitive

Maricopa County is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application process or to perform the essential functions of the position under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), please contact [e-mail] to initiate the interactive process.