PARK AIDE (SEASONAL) – INLAND EMPIRE DISTRICT / SILVERWOOD LAKE STATE RECREATION AREA

The Park Aide (Seasonal) reporting location is Silverwood Lake State Recreation Area, located at 14651 Cedar Circle, Hesperia, CA 92345.

The Inland Empire District consists of Lake Perris State Recreation Area, Chino Hills State Park, California Citrus State Historic Park, Mount San Jacinto State Park, Silverwood Lake State Recreation Area, Providence Mountain State Park, San Timoteo Canyon State Park, and Wildwood Canyon State Park. All parks listed are managed by a State Park Superintendent V and further organized into the following functions: Visitor Services, Aquatic Services, Maintenance Services, and Administrative Services.

The Park Aide works under the immediate supervision of the State Park Peace Officer Supervisor (Ranger) and under the direction of the Campground Ranger and Senior Park Aide. This position is part of a team that provides quality visitor service at Silverwood Lake S.R.A. Duties include but are not limited to collecting fees, registering campers, performing vessel inspections, providing traffic control services, providing information to visitors, completion of end of shift paperwork and other various administrative duties. The position also involves light housekeeping, may assist with trash clean-up, and perform other duties as assigned. Park Aides will operate light vehicles (cars, vans, ½ ton pick-up trucks) and utilize small hand tools.

Peak season dates are May 1st through September 30th and Park Aides are expected to work most weekends and holidays during this timeframe. This position may work up to 1500 hours within 12 consecutive months. This position is designated as not telework eligible. Schedules are written monthly, and hours vary based on operational need.

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 Leslie Pina at leslie.pina@parks.ca.gov.

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.

Working Conditions

The Seasonal Park Aide duty locations are the front entrance kiosk, traffic control stations, Nature Center, Quagga Building and any other area in or about Silverwood Lake SRA as assigned by the lead person or supervisor. The Park Aide may work under adverse weather not limited to extreme heat/cold, wind, rain, lightning, and dynamic weather conditions. The Park Aide must be willing to work within crowded conditions during hours/days of high park visitation. May be required to work weekends and holidays.

Minimum RequirementsYou will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• PARK AIDE (SEASONAL)

Additional Documents

• Job Application Package Checklist
• Duty Statement

Position Details Job Code #: JC-470131 Position #(s): 549-953-0986-901 Working Title: PARK AIDE (SEASONAL)Classification: PARK AIDE (SEASONAL)$16.87 - $20.09 # of Positions: Multiple Work Location: San Bernardino County Telework: In Office Job Type: Non-Tenured, Intermittent Facility: Inland Empire District Department Information

The mission of California State Parks is to provide for the health, inspiration, and education of the people of California by helping to preserve the state's extraordinary biological diversity, protecting its most valued natural and cultural resources, and creating opportunities for high-quality outdoor recreation.

All employees are responsible for contributing to an inclusive, safe, and secure work environment that values diverse cultures, perspectives, and experiences, and is free from discrimination.

Department Website: http://www.parks.ca.govSpecial 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.

Interested candidates should submit an application as instructed below and must attend Silverwood Lake’s Employee Hiring Event on April 5th, 2025. Interviews will be held at the hiring event and will be combined with interviews for Maintenance Aide (Seasonal). Candidates have the option to interview for either or both positions, and must submit an application for each position of interest. Candidates will be contacted prior to the event and scheduled an interview time on April 5th, 2025. Walk-in applications during the event will also be accepted. The hiring event will be from 10:00am to 3:00pm.

The event will be held at:

Silverwood Lake SRA Nature Center

14651 Cedar Circle

Hesperia, CA 92345

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.)

Application Instructions

Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.

Final Filing Date: 4/5/2025

Who May Apply

This is a non-testing Classification, therefore, anyone meeting the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification may apply for this position. Individuals in specific programs, such as the Welfare to Work Program, are encouraged to apply and will be given priority according to the applicable Laws and Rules. Please note on your application your current participation in these programs.

Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).

How To Apply

Complete Application Packages (including your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) and applicable or required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting. Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included. If you choose to not apply electronically, a hard copy application package may be submitted through an alternative method listed below:

Address for Mailing Application Packages

You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:

Department of Parks & Recreation Silverwood Lake SRA

Attn: Sherril Airaudi14651 Cedar Circle Hesperia, CA 92345

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:

Department of Parks & Recreation Silverwood Lake SRA

Sherril Airaudi

14651 Cedar Circle Hesperia, CA 92345

Monday - Friday, excluding state holidays

08:00 AM - 05:00 PM

Required Application Package Documents

The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job:

• Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.
• Resume is optional. It may be included, but is not required.

Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview. The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this job posting.BenefitsBenefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.Contact Information

The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.

Department Website: http://www.parks.ca.gov

Hiring Unit Contact:
Leslie Pina
(951) 503-3561
leslie.pina@parks.ca.gov

Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department's EEO Office.

EEO Contact:
Sharon Comas - EEO Office
(916) 653-9990
sharon.comas@parks.ca.govCalifornia Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.Additional Instructions

If submitting your completed Application Package by mail or hand delivery, you include the Position # 549-953-0986-901 and the Job Control # JC-470131 in the “Examination or Job Title for which you are applying” section on the STD. 678.

Note: If you are applying for multiple positions, you complete a STD. 678 for each position separately.

Employment History on the STD 678 must be complete and include dates, accurate hours per week, total time worked, duties and responsibilities, and contact names and phone numbers of supervisors. Failure to submit a completed STD 678 may result in you being screened out. Only the most qualified candidates will be invited to an interview.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.

It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free work place. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.

Job Type: Seasonal

Pay: $16.87 - $20.09 per hour

Expected hours: No more than 40 per week

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Morning shift

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Preferred)
• Night Shift (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Hesperia, CA 92345 (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• Hesperia, CA 92345: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $17 - $20