State Historian II
The State Historian II assessment is now available! If you have three years of experience in research, cultural resources management, museum work, or have taught California history, apply to take this assessment today and begin your parks career in this exciting and rewarding opportunity!
Salary: $5,805 - $7,268 (month)
Apply: Assessment Bulletin
Apply by January 9!
Aquatic Pest Control Assessments
The Aquatic Pest Control Assessments are now available. Are you interested in working an exciting outdoor career centered around boating on the Delta? Come Live the Parks Life an Aquatic Pest Control Technician/Specialist at California State Parks!
Aquatic Pest Control Technician Assessment
Salary: $2,786 - $4,336 (month)
Entry-level
Aquatic Pest Control Specialist Assessment
Salary: $3,600- $5,614 (month)
Journey-level
These assessments now have a bi-annual cut-off date! Apply for the Aquatic Pest Control Assessments by February 1!
Communications Operator Assessment
Our California State Parks Communication Operators are emergency dispatchers that monitor emergency communications systems, answer calls for service, log incidents, and dispatch field units to emergencies.
Apply to take the Communications Operator assessment today and begin your parks career in this exciting and rewarding opportunity!
Communications Operator Assessment
Salary: $4,090 - $6,373 (monthly)
Learn more about the exciting career opportunities as a Communications Operator!
Join the State Parks Wildfire and Forest Resilient Team!
Passionate about protecting California’s natural and cultural resources through forest stewardship? Desire meaningful work?
Make a difference as part of a growing, enthusiastic team focused on increasing wildfire resilience through conservation forestry, prescribed burning, structure hardening, ecosystem restoration, and more!
Forestry Job Openings
Positions statewide include:
- Forestry Aides
- Forestry Technicians
- Forestry Assistants
- Forester I, II
- Internships
Questions? Connect with our Natural Resources Team.
Seasonal Positions Available Statewide
Join the Parks Family
California State Parks employs numerous part-time positions for seasonal work. No examination is needed to apply for seasonal work - apply today!
- Park Aides
- Maintenance Aides
- Seasonal Lifeguards
- Seasonal Clerks
- Archaeological Aides
- Forestry Aides
- Environmental Services Interns
- Park Interpretive Specialists
- Guide Trainees
- Student and Graduate Assistants
View Seasonal Openings
More Information on Seasonal Opportunities
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State Park Interpreter Assessments
The State Park Interpreter assessments are now available online! Our State Park Interpreters develop interactive educational programs and teach the rich histories of California. Learn more about our California State Parks Interpretive programs!
Take the online assessments:
State Park Interpreter I
Pay: $4,276 - $5,354 (monthly)
Entry-level
State Park Interpreter II
Pay: $4,905 - $6,142 (monthly)
Journey-level
State Park Interpreter III
Pay: $6,096 - $7,574 (monthly)
Supervisory-level
View our current interpretive openings!
Facilities and Park Maintenance – Now Hiring!
California State Parks is now hiring in our Facilities and Park Maintenance Division! From our Seasonal Maintenance Aides to our full-time careers, explore the new opportunities in our Facilities and Park Maintenance Division today!
Classifications include:
- Maintenance Aide (Seasonal)
- Park Maintenance Assistant
- Maintenance Worker I, II
- Maintenance Supervisor, Chief
- Aquatic Pest Control Technician, Specialist or Program manager
- State Park Equipment Operator
- Water and Sewage Plant Supervisor
And much more!
Facilities and Park Maintenance Vacancies
Facilities and Park Maintenance Exams
Learn more about our Facilities and Park Maintenance Division.
Park and Recreation Specialist Series
The Park and Recreation Specialist Series assessments are now available and online! From creating new outdoor parks in California communities to leading outdoor recreation programs, the opportunities are endless.
From entry-level to management, explore our Park and Recreation Series Assessments today!
Park and Recreation Specialist
Pay: $3,448 - $6,434 (month)
Entry-level
Associate Park and Recreation Specialist
Pay: $5,913 - $7,402 (month)
Journey-level
Staff Park and Recreation Specialist
Pay: $6,695 - $8,319 (month)
Management
Senior Park and Recreation Specialist
Pay: $8,138 - $9,241 (month)
Full supervisory
Explore our Park and Recreation Series Vacancies!
