State Park Peace Officer Cadet
Ranger/Lifeguard
You can start your journey in a rewarding and exciting career as a State Park Peace Officer Cadet! This is an entry and training level for a law enforcement career with California State Parks.
Areas of responsibility include:
- Natural and cultural resource protection
- Law enforcement and public safety
- Education, interpretation and program management
Apply Today!
Applications accepted now through
June 15, 2021
Application package:
Official STD 678 application form
Criminal Record Supplemental Questionnaire
Learn more:
State Park Peace Officer Cadet Selection Process
Frequently Asked Questions
Official Bulletins:
Official Exam Bulletin (SPPO Cadet – Ranger)
Official Exam Bulletin (SPPO Cadet – Lifeguard)
Free Webinars!
We know the past year wasn’t easy! To help you, we’ve created virtual webinars for the State Park Peace Officer Cadet Academy application cycle.
Coming Soon
- Women in Law Enforcement Webinar
Wednesday, May 12 (1:00 pm - 2:00pm)
Register - State Agency Careers in Law Enforcement
Monday, May 17 (10:00 am – 12:00 pm)
Register - SPPO Cadet Recruitment Webinar
Thursday, May 27 (6:00 pm – 7:00 pm) - SPPO Cadet Recruitment Webinar
Thursday, June 10 (6:00 pm – 7:00 pm)
Did a busy schedule hold you back from attending our previous webinars? View a recording below and learn how you can Live the Parks Life!
Women in California State Parks’ Careers
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The SPPO Cadet Academy Webinar
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The 20202 Cadet Academy Exam Bulletins
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See where our team will be this month by viewing our recruitment events calendar!
State Park Equipment Operator Exam – Now Available!
California State Parks has released the State Park Equipment Operator Exam!
From developing new recreation areas to restoring our parks, our State Park Equipment Operators are essential to keeping visitors safe, preserving our precious resources, and keeping our state parks operational for all to enjoy year-round. Apply for the State Park Equipment Operator exam by 8/16.
Apply today:
State Park Equipment Operator Exam
Our team is more than happy to assist you with the exam process, so please reach out to us with any questions regarding the State Park Equipment Operator exam at recruiting@parks.ca.gov.
Learn more about our Facilities and Maintenance Division.
Facilities and Maintenance
Consider a California State Parks career in our Facilities and Maintenance Division. With over 280 parks across the largest park system in the US, we have many opportunities for you to Live the Parks Life!
Our career classifications include:
- Park Maintenance Assistant
- Maintenance Worker I, II
- Maintenance Supervisor, Chief
- Aquatic Pest Control Technician, Specialist or Program manager
- State Park Equipment Operator
And much more!
Park Vacancies (Facilities and Maintenance)
Learn more about our Facilities and Maintenance Division.
Questions about a career in Facilities and Maintenance? Contact us – we're happy to help!
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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