SENIOR PARK AIDE (SEASONAL)
Department of Parks & Recreation · Orange County
Salary: $21 – $25 per month
Closes: 2026-11-15T00:00:00.000Z
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Job Description and Duties
SENIOR PARK AIDE (SEASONAL) – ORANGE COAST DISTRICT / SOUTH SECTOR / SAN CLEMENTE STATE BEACH
“Priority consideration will be given to any person receiving State public assistance under the CalWORKs program. Applicants who receive State public assistance need to identify their status as a CalWORKs recipient in the comments area on the application. Applicants must submit a verification of their CalWORKs eligibility status, which may include the most recent Notice of Action showing TANF eligibility or a copy of your last aid check stub. If verification is not submitted with the application, the application will not be processed. (Applicants may obtain verification from the CalWORKs program).”
The reporting location for this position is San Clemente State Beach in San Clemente, CA. This position will work under the supervision of the State Park Peace Officer (Ranger).
The job duties include but are not limited to, the following: maintains the daily operation of the visitor center / kiosk, opens and closes visitor center/kiosk. Keeps the area and surrounding area clean and clear of debris and litter. Collects fees, makes correct change, completes end of day cash register accounting, prepares bank drops, deposit bags and raise and lowers flag daily. Register campers, keeps track of reservations daily, maintains accurate and up to date records of campground occupancy, sell DPR passes, firewood and park maps. Operate a vehicle to perform daily camp checks. Answers questions on rules, regulations and facilities for the public, gives directions to the public, dispense band aides. Promotes a positive relationship with park volunteers and the public. Reports all problems to appropriate staff. Performs litter pickup, light maintenance, resource protection and housekeeping duties.
The position may work up to 1500 hours within a consecutive 12 months. This position is designated as not telework eligible.
The selected candidate is required to submit to a background investigation process utilizing Live Scan fingerprinting prior to appointment.
Possession of a valid driver’s license of the appropriate class and a safe driving record as documented by the Department of Motor Vehicles within 60 days prior to appointment. (A safe driving record is one free from convictions in the past two years for repeated moving violations or a single serious violation, such as drunk driving or reckless driving.
State housing is not available. For further information regarding this position, please contact Martin Flores at (562) 686-4923 or at Martin.Flores@parks.ca.gov.
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.
Special Requirements
- The position(s) require(s) a valid California Drivers License (CDL). You must answer the questions addressing your CDL on your application. Ensure you provide your CDL number, class, expiration date, and any endorsements and/or restrictions.
- The position(s) require(s) a Background Investigation be cleared prior to being hired.
DO NOT include any confidential information to your application or supporting documents (i.e., Social Security Number, birthdate, marital status, medical information, examination results, method of eligibility, etc.)
About this opportunity
Salary context
The annualized midpoint for this posting is $276. That matches the $276 median among 6 current California public jobs with the same normalized title.
More jobs at this employer
Department of Parks & Recreation currently has 68 other open positions in this database.
Regional hiring context
There are 45 current state openings in Orange County, including this position.
Application timeline
Applications close in 11 days, on November 15, 2026.
Posting history
This posting appears on CalCareers. CA Public Jobs first observed it on August 19, 2026. It was last verified open on November 4, 2026.