Park Aide (Workforce Development Intern Program)

About the Opportunity

*Effective the beginning of the first full pay period after August 5, 2025, employees in these classifications shall receive a base salary increase of four percent (4%)

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE
The ideal candidate is a motivated and responsible individual who enjoys hands-on work and contributing to the care of parks and public spaces. This individual has a strong sense of teamwork, is comfortable interacting with the public, and can follow instructions with attention to detail. A willingness to learn, take initiative, and adapt to changing tasks and schedules is essential for success in this role.

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This recruitment is being conducted exclusively for current Workforce Development Program interns assigned to Stanislaus County Parks and Recreation at time of application, all others will be disqualified. The purpose of this program is to provide a pathway to full-time employment for individuals who have received training and demonstrated readiness through their internship assignments.

ABOUT THE POSITION
The Department of Parks and Recreation is seeking an enthusiastic and reliable individual to join our team as a full-time Park Aide at County Centers/Community Parks. This recruitment is primarily being held to fill one (1) vacancy at County Centers/Community Parks; however, the eligible list established may also be used to fill future full-time vacancies within the Department (County Centers/Community Parks, Modesto Reservoir, and Woodward Reservoir).

The Park Aide supports the maintenance and upkeep of community parks, county centers, and regional parks throughout Stanislaus County. Duties may include grounds keeping, light maintenance, and providing customer service at entrance stations in our regional parks. Entrance station responsibilities include greeting visitors, collecting fees, and handling cash transactions.

Unless otherwise provided, this position is part of the Classified Service of the County and is assigned to the Crafts/Maintenance Institutional bargaining unit for labor relations purposes.

Individuals who are in a full-time classification position are required to serve a twelve-month probationary period, which may be extended an additional six months, for a total of eighteen months.

Incumbents may also be subject to overtime, standby, callback, weekend, holiday and shift assignments as identified in their MOU (Memorandum of Understanding).

The Job Task Analysis provides information detailing the physical and functional demands of the classification. For the complete job task analysis, visit the Risk Management website at http://www.stancounty.com/riskmgmt/ under the "Disability" tab.

Typical Tasks

• Perform litter pick-up and garbage collection duties;
• Clean restrooms and public facilities;
• Perform maintenance tasks of a routine nature, such as painting, watering trees and shrubs, mowing lawns,
  cutting weeds, raking leaves and sweeping sidewalks;
• Perform manual labor;
• Operate power equipment such as lawn mowers, hedgers, tractors, and trucks;
• Drive vehicles to carry workers to and from various job sites;
• Supervise assigned non-departmental workers;
• Collect and account for park fees;
• Operate a cash register;
• Assist visitors, answer questions concerning County parks, rules and regulations;
• Prepare written financial reports and records;
• Operate a two way radio; and
• Perform routine maintenance tasks.
  

Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, Education/Experience)

KNOWLEDGE

• Park maintenance techniques and landscaping practices; and
• Cashiering methods and techniques, involving cash registers.

SKILLS/ABILITY

• Deal tactfully and effectively with the public;
• Follow instructions, both oral and written;
• Perform manual labor, including lifting, bending, stooping, kneeling, walking, reaching and manual dexterity
• Ability to work cohesively with others to achieve a goal;
• Work outdoors in the heat and cold, around chemicals, dust and fumes;
• Work weekends, holidays and irregular hours;
• Supervise non-departmental labor;
• Lift and dump full garbage cans and/or other heavy objects;
• Physically stand six to eight hours daily in a confined space;
• Handle money, prepare reports and maintain records; and
• Operate two way radio.

We recognize your time is valuable, please only apply if you meet the following required qualifications.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Possess and maintain a valid California driver's license.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS
In addition to the minimum qualifications, applicant screening will focus on the following desirable qualifications. (Please list any of these qualifications you may have within the "Duties" section of the online application.)

• Current Workforce Development Program intern assigned to Stanislaus County Parks and Recreation.

Application and Selection Procedures

APPLICATION PROCEDURES/FINAL FILING DATE
Applications cannot be submitted later than 5:00 p.m. on the final filing date. Make your online application as complete as possible so a full and realistic appraisal may be made of your qualifications.

Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.

Attaching your resume and cover letter are an optional feature for those who wish to do so in addition to completing the required application. Information on your resume and cover letter will not substitute for the education, work experience and required fields on the County application. The online County application is the primary tool used to evaluate your job qualifications.

EXAMINATION PROCESS
Most County recruitment consists of the steps detailed below and are governed by Merit Principles. The examination process ensures that all applicants are given the same opportunity to gain employment within Stanislaus County.

• Application Review and Screening. Applications are carefully screened based on information provided. Those who submit incomplete applications that lack relevant qualifications or do not submit all required documents will not be invited to move on.
• Written Examination. Applicants will be invited to participate in a written exam that tests knowledge for the position.
• Oral Examination. Applicants are invited to a panel interview in which they will be evaluated by County subject matter experts.
• Eligible Lists. Candidates who pass the examination will be placed on an eligible list for that classification. Eligible lists are effective for six months, but may be extended up to eighteen months.

TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT SCHEDULE
Application Deadline: August 21, 2025 at 5:00 p.m.
Oral Examination: Week of September 8, 2025

Note: The eligible list generated from this recruitment may be used to fill future extra-help, part-time and full-time vacancies throughout Stanislaus County Departments.

GENERAL INFORMATION
Final appointment will be conditional upon successfully passing a County paid pre-employment drug screening (if applicable for position) and a job-related background investigation.

Some positions may require possession or the ability to obtain, and maintenance of a valid California Driver's license or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job related essential functions.

Stanislaus County supports the good health of its workforce. More information is available at http://myclubwellness.org

Cell phones are typically incompatible with the online application format or browser. We recommend using a desktop or laptop computer. If you are still having technical difficulties, please call NEOGOV at 1-855-524-5627.

Participates in the PARS Retirement System.

Closing Date/Time: 8/21/2025 5:00 PM Pacific

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• Stanislaus County

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