Job Details

SENIOR PARK AIDE (SEASONAL) - BAY AREA DISTRICT / SONOMA STATE HISTORIC PARK

"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)."

This position reports to Sonoma State Historic Park at 20 E. Spain Street in Sonoma, CA but may be requested to report to other parks in the district. This position will work u nder the direction of the State Park Peace Officer Supervisor (SPPOS).

The Senior Park Aide performs various duties related to daily visitor operations and assists the Park's Interpreter with planning, organizing, and conducting Junior Ranger and Campfire programs; visitor operations; educational and school presentations in both classroom, park settings, online; and informal roving field interpretive and educational presentations using techniques, strategies and standards used within the department. The position will be required to operate audio and visual equipment and other technical and semi technical equipment; maintain tools and equipment in good working order. Will be required to operate various vehicles including but not limited to trucks, SUV's, and cars.

Conduct activities for park visitors such as Junior Ranger, school tours, PORTS (Parks Online Resources for Teachers and Students), Environmental Learning Programs (ELP)/ Environmental Science Program (ESP) and Campfire programs. Provides oral and multimedia presentations in a group setting. Administers hands on activities and craft projects for various programs and presentations. The position will demonstrate sufficient knowledge of the park's cultural and natural environment as used in our interpretation and educational planning and presentations. They will also be able to provide recreational information and presentations about neighboring park units.

Provides information; articulates the Natural, Cultural and Recreational Resources within and around the park and district. Provides meaningful and accurate information to park visitors and leads walks and discussions. Answer questions and utilize physical informational items. This person will also help park visitors to understand the reason for specific laws and regulations in our parks and will help to answer general questions.

This position may work up to 1500 hours within 12 consecutive 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 not available. For further information regarding this position, please contact State Park Peace Officer Supervisor, Rob Pickett at (707) ###-#### or ...@parks.ca.gov

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

Working Conditions

Assist with monitoring special events and participating in outreach programs. Outreach activities may include Career Days, Tuesday Night Markets, and local fairs, where you will engage with the public about the park and upcoming programs. Special event monitoring involves opening and closing the park for permitted events and ensuring participants and permit holders comply with their permits. Events are scheduled in advance and may occur outside normal working hours.

Work Environment:

Indoor museum and office settings and extensive outdoor work in the parks and at local community and outreach events. At times duties involve working in inclement weather and extreme conditions (sun, wind, rain). Daily and frequent use of computers and a variety of office software applications at a workstation. Sit in a normal seated position for extended periods of time. Standing for long lengths of time during programming and outreach. May involve some exposure to aggressive visitors. Work in an outdoor setting for extended periods.

Physical Abilities:

Move about, stand, reach, stoop, or bend. Use fine motor skills for computer or office machine use. Hear, see, read, write, and speak in a clear and concise manner. Lift supply boxes up to 20 lbs. and move heavier supplies using a hand cart. Common eye, hand and finger dexterity is required for most essential functions. Requires prolonged sitting, standing, and walking on uneven and slippery surfaces. Requires reaching, twisting, turning, kneeling, bending, stooping, squatting, crouching, grasping, and making repetitive hand movements in the performance of daily duties. Requires both near and far vision.

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

• SENIOR PARK AIDE (SEASONAL)

Additional Documents

• Job Application Package Checklist
• Duty Statement

Position Details Job Code #:
JC-505586

Position #(s):
549-###-####-901

Working Title:
SENIOR PARK AIDE (SEASONAL)

Classification:
SENIOR PARK AIDE (SEASONAL) $20.90 - $25.15
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

# of Positions:
Multiple

Work Location:
Sonoma County

Telework:
In Office

Job Type:
Non-Tenured, Intermittent

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

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.)

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: 2/6/2026
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
Bay Area Petaluma Office
Attn: Regina Beltran
845 Casa Grande Road

Petaluma , CA 94954

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

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

Department of Parks & Recreation
Bay Area Petaluma Office
Regina Beltran
845 Casa Grande Road

Petaluma , CA 94954
Monday-Friday, excluding weekends and 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.

Benefits Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.

Additional Instructions

If submitting your completed Application Package by mail or hand delivery, you must include the Position # 549-###-####-901 and the Job Control # JC-505586 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 must complete a STD. 678 for each position separately. Incomplete applications or applications received with multiple positions listed on one application will not be considered.

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.