Come Celebrate Latino Heritage Month
Join the California Natural Resources (CNRA) Agency Latino Heritage celebration next Monday, October 3 from 12:30 – 1:45 p.m.
During this exciting event, you can tour the new CNRA career center and connect with recruiters to learn how to begin a meaningful career with California State Parks.
Register for this exciting event by clicking here!
Learn more about the Secretary Speaker Series
Questions? We’re happy to help!
Guide I, Historical Monument Assessment
As a Guide I, you'll lead tours for park visitors at places like Hearst Castle or other California State Park historical monuments. If you have one year of experience in presenting to the public, apply to take the Guide I, Historical Monument Assessment!
Pay: $3,857 - $4,826 (monthly)
Apply by September 23!
Apply: Guide I, Historical Monument
Park Maintenance Assistant Assessment
The Park Maintenance Assistant assessment has been released! Join our Facilities and Park Maintenance Division by taking this entry-level assessment! From park restoration projects to keeping our parks clean and operational for all, come Live the Parks Life as a Park Maintenance Assistant!
Pay: $3,412 - $3,905 (monthly)
Self-Schedule on September 12!
Self-Schedule: Park Maintenance Assistant Assessment Bulletin
Park Maintenance Worker I Assessment
Self-Schedule the State Park Maintenance Worker I Assessment on September 12!
From carpentry to masonry to repair and construction, park maintenance workers are essential to keeping visitors safe, preserving our precious resources, and keeping our state parks operational for all to enjoy year-round.
Pay: $3,719 - $4,663 (month)
Self-Schedule on September 12!
Assessment dates and locations are based on first come, first serve so don’t miss this opportunity!
Self-Schedule: Park Maintenance Worker I Assessment
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!
