senior park aide

Job Description and Duties

SENIOR PARK AIDE (SEASONAL) – OCEANO DUNES DISTRICT / OFF-HIGHWAY MOTOR VEHICLE RECREATION

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 Cal WORKS 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 the Oceano Dunes District Visitor Center, 555 Pier Ave, Oceano, CA This position will work under the supervision of State Park Interpreter III.

This position may assist with planning, organizing, and conducting Junior Ranger and Campfire programs; visitor center operations; educational and school presentations in both classroom and park settings; and informal roving field interpretive and educational presentations using techniques, strategies and standards used within department and the profession.A Department and district approved uniform is required to be worn during work hours. Work hours will vary and may include days, nights, weekends, and holidays. Applicants should have the following qualities: Ability to stand for prolonged periods; work under varied weather conditions; effectively communicate with visitors and other park staff; operate a computer and have basic understanding of Zoom or other video communication platforms; willingness to learn how to operate an off-highway vehicle; desire to learn about the natural, cultural and recreational history of Pismo State Beach and Oceano Dunes SVRA and to share this knowledge with the general public

This position requires a valid Class C driver's license. You must answer the questions addressing your driver's license on your application. Ensure you provide your driver's license number, class, expiration date, and any endorsements and/or restrictions on your application.

State housing is not available. For further information regarding this position, please contact Danielle Bronson at , or .

This is a reopening of JC If you have previously applied to this job control, you do not have to re-apply. Your application will be considered.

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Working Conditions

Work Environment:

Office environment and outside work in the parks, local community and outreach events. At times duties involve working in inclement weather and extreme conditions (sun, wind, rain, blowing sand, unstable sand). 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 programing 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 when inspecting work and operating assigned equipment. Safely operate state vehicles and equipment

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.

Candidates that believe they meet the Minimumqualifications based on a pattern of education from the classificationdescription (specifications) must provide a copy of your degree/transcriptsand/or license along with your application (STD. 678) to be considered for thisposition. If selected for theposition, official sealed transcripts will be required prior to appointment.

DO NOT include anyconfidential information to your application or supporting documents (i.e.,Social Security Number, birthdate, marital status, medical information,examination results, method of eligibility, etc.)

SROA/SURPLUSApplicants: You must check theSROA/Surplus as your claimed method of eligibility and attach your SROA/Surplusletter as an additional document.

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