Job No: 544310
Work Type: Temporary
Location: ORACLE
Categories: Forestry/Wildland Fire/Natural Resources
ARIZONA STATE PARKS AND TRAILS Connecting people with the outdoors and history of Arizona to build a lifetime of memories.
Arizona State Parks and Trails is the leader in sustainable outdoor recreation for current and future generations.
To learn more about Arizona State Parks and Trails, visit our web site at azstateparks.com.
Arizona State Parks and Trails protect and preserves more than 30 state parks and natural areas. The agency also includes the statewide trails program, outdoor-related grants program, the State Historic Preservation Office, as well as the Off-Highway Vehicle Program, and more. With parks located across the state, the agency strives to make outdoor recreation accessible and available to everyone.
PARK RANGER ASSISTANT
ORACLE STATE PARK
This is a Temporary/Seasonal position
May work up to 40 hours per week and up to 1500 hours per calendar year
must be able to work evenings, weekends and holidays
Job Location:
Address: 3820 Wildlife Drive, Oracle, AZ 85623
Posting Details:
Salary: $16.00 - $17.50 per hour
Grade: 15
Closing Date: October 23, 2026
Why join us ?
At Arizona State Parks and Trails (ASPT), we look after 33 beautiful state parks, historical buildings, and over 64,000 acres of Arizona's best landscapes. Our mission is all about connecting people with the outdoors and our state's incredible history to help them build memories that last a lifetime.
Why you'll love working here:
✓ Be a part of a highly engaged team that enjoys this work, believes in the mission, and has the support, tools, and an open and accepting environment where you can do your best.
✓ Professional growth and development through an active learning culture with opportunities like First Aid and Certified Interpretive Guide certifications, and cross-park learning programs that allow employees to grow their skill set and learn about operations across the agency.
✓ Supportive leadership that encourages collaboration, idea sharing, and problem solving. Our team has meaningful input into the agency's direction.
✓ Recognition programs encourage innovation and acknowledge hard work through monetary rewards and peer-to-peer appreciation.
A day in the life:
Performs maintenance duties including trail and facility upkeep, landscaping, minor repairs, equipment operation, and custodial tasks. Assists with interpretive and environmental education programs for park visitors and organized groups. Provides customer service in person and by phone, including answering questions about park operations. Performs cashier duties at the Contact Station and Gift Shop, handling park fees and retail sales. Promotes public and staff safety by enforcing park rules, protecting resources, assisting with emergencies, coordinating with local officials, and completing required reports. Performs other related duties as assigned. This position requires weekend and holiday work.
As a Park Ranger Assistant, no two days are quite the same. You'll get to help the park run smoothly and provide a great experience for visitors through a variety of ways.
Support the operation and maintenance of a recreational, historic, or natural resource park.
● Operation of UTVs, and Tractor with multiple attachments
● Maintenance duties and custodial tasks
● Presenting and organizing Interpretative program & Environment Education programs
● Customer service, phones, cash collection, enforcing park rules, helping with weekend programs & Gift Shop
Your Competencies and Skills (KSAs):
We're looking for a team player who has the knowledge, skills, and ability to:
● Establish good rapport with the public and provide interpretive education
● Maintain park facilities, grounds, systems, and equipment
● Keep visitors safe with first aid techniques and rule enforcement
● Work with agency resources, including oral/written communication, interpersonal relationships, and general office procedures
● Handle cash transactions while welcoming visitors in a friendly manner
● Adapt quickly to changing priorities
● Juggle multiple tasks
What sets you apart:
The ideal candidate for this position will have One year of customer service experience equivalent; OR a Bachelor's degree in Park Management, Forestry, Natural Resource Management, or a closely related field. Any combination of training and experience that meet knowledge, skills, and abilities may be substituted.
What we need from you:
Pre-employment requirements include:
● Possess and maintain a current Arizona Driver's license appropriate to assignment.
● Some positions may require certification as an Certified interpretive guide
● Completion of Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify), required for all newly hired State employees.
If this position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job to conduct State business, then the following requirements apply: Driver's License Requirements. (https://publicstorage.dc4.pageuppeople.com/1045/ClientPublicFile/3601803f-02e5-4b70-b325-26c8ef309c1b.pdf)
All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).
Benefits:
This is a temporary assignment with no benefits.
For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page (https://benefitoptions.az.gov/jobseekers)
Retirement :
Eligible for Arizona State Retirement System pension. Enrollment eligibility will become effective after 27 weeks of employment for newly hired State of Arizona employees.
Contact Us:
Recruitmenthr@azstateparks.gov
The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer. Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation such as a sign language interpreter or an alternative format by calling (480) 604 -7331. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow sufficient time to arrange the accommodation.
Having trouble applying for this position?
Email HRIShelpdesk@azdoa.gov or call (602) 542-4700 for assistance.
