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Seasonal Park Maintenance Worker (PS-I)
King County
DNRP-Natural Resources & Parks
Location
Seattle, Washington, 98104
Salary
$27.53 - $33.28
per hour
Type
Temporary
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June 1, 2026
Job Description
Summary
This seasonal job involves hands-on outdoor work to keep parks clean, safe, and beautiful, including tasks like planting trees, fixing trails, removing weeds, and maintaining sports fields.
It's perfect for someone who enjoys nature, physical labor in all weather, and wants to help preserve public spaces for the community.
The role lasts up to six months from April to October and offers full- or part-time hours in the Seattle area.
Key Requirements
- Ability to perform physical outdoor labor in various weather conditions
- Interest in landscaping, trail maintenance, and natural resource preservation
- Availability for seasonal work from April 15 to October 14, 2026 (up to 6 months)
- Willingness to work with volunteer groups and perform construction/demolition tasks
- Complete application and attend an in-person interview event for priority consideration
- Reliability for full-time or part-time shifts in King County parks
Full Job Description
Do you love the great outdoors and are passionate about preserving and enhancing the natural beauty of our public lands?
Do you want to make a meaningful impact on your community by ensuring our parks are well-maintained and safe for all to enjoy?
Do you want to make a meaningful impact on your community by ensuring our parks are well-maintained and safe for all to enjoy?
If so, this is an excellent opportunity to join King County Parks team as a Seasonal Parks Maintenance Worker (Parks Specialist I) to make a difference while enjoying the great outdoors.
This recruitment may be used to establish a pool of qualified candidates to fill Seasonal Parks Specialist openings throughout the season within the Parks Division of the Department of Natural Resources & Parks (DNRP).
The season begins April 15th and ends on October 14th. No additional candidates will be hired after August 15th.
About the Role:
As a vital member of the Parks Seasonal team, you will be performing a variety of work tasks such as landscaping, athletic field maintenance, trail building and maintenance, construction and demolition, invasive weed removal, restoration, planting, and working with volunteer groups.
Work is performed outdoors and in all types of weather conditions. Come join us in our mission to steward our public lands for future generations.
Seasonal Job Duration: Up to six months from April 15 – October 14, 2026. Both full-time and part-time shifts are available. #Seasonaljobs #jobs #Seasonalwork #Temporaryjobs #parksjobs #nowhiring
Attend one of our interview events near you and kickstart your seasonal journey! Parks is hosting a series of in-person events, where you will be able to interview with Parks staff.
Candidates who attend an in-person interview event will be given first consideration for open positions.
Please select the location and date you plan to attend in the supplemental questionnaire of your application.
Marymoor Park
Location: Clise Mansion 6046 West Lake Sammamish Pkwy NE, Redmond, WA 98052
Date: February 25, 2026
Event Time: 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Parks Central Maintenance Facility
Location: 3005 NE 4th Street, Renton, WA 98056
Date: March 4, 2026
Event Time: 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Parks Central Maintenance Facility
Location: 3005 NE 4th Street, Renton, WA 98056
Date: March 5, 2026
Event Time: 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Vashon Island
Location: TBD
Date: March 19, 2026
Event Time: TBD
A complete application is required prior to interviewing for a seasonal position. For questions about applying or interview events, please contact Crystal Yost at cyost@kingcounty.gov
About the Team:
Be a part of King County Parks! King County Parks evolved from 150 acres in 1938 to more than 28,000 acres.
Today, our system consists of more than 200 parks, 175 miles of regional trails, and 215 miles of backcountry trails.
Our mission is to steward, enhance and acquire parks to inspire healthy communities.
We seek to cultivate strong relationships with community partners to enhance park amenities for all King County residents to enjoy today and for generations to come.
Come join us in shaping the future of parks and community well-being!
Commitment to Equity, Racial and Social Justice:King County, named after Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., is a diverse and vibrant community that represents cultures from around the world.
Our True North is to create a welcoming community where everyone can thrive. We prioritize equity, racial and social justice, making it a foundational and daily expectation for all employees.
As a Seasonal Parks Specialist, you will actively apply these principles in all aspects of your work. Learn more about our commitment at http://www.kingcounty.gov/equity.
Apply now for a rewarding career at the Parks Division of King County Department of Natural Resources & Parks (DNRP).
Join our talented workforce in protecting and restoring the natural environment and promoting more resilient, sustainable, and equitable communities.
Requirements
Depending on the work location, seasonal staff perform some or all of the following duties:
- Provide for the welfare and safety of park visitors by offering assistance and information to patrons, including park rules and regulations.
- Maintain park grounds and trails, by trimming, mowing, clearing, and removing litter and debris.
- Maintain and prepare athletic fields, arenas, play areas, picnic shelters, restrooms and other park facilities.
- Safely operate and maintain equipment and vehicles such as weed eaters, power blowers, push mowers, and trucks, mowers, small utility vehicles.
Qualifications
Qualifications You Bring:
- Must be at least 18 years old.
- Ability to work with and provide exceptional customer service to the public and volunteer groups.
- Ability to follow instructions and be able to work independently and as a member of a team.
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to perform heavy physical labor with weights up to 50 pounds.
- Ability to work on uneven slopes, surfaces, grades and terrain in inclement weather and other adverse conditions.
Competencies You Bring:
- Action Oriented: Takes on new opportunities and tough challenges with high energy and enthusiasm.
- Ensures Accountability: Holds self-accountable to meet commitments.
- Collaborates: Works collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.
- Interpersonal Savvy: Relates openly with diverse groups of people.
Required Licenses/Certifications:
- Must have a valid driver's license to drive a King County vehicle.
It Would Be Great if You Also Bring:
- Basic skills in operating small manual and power hand-tools.
- Ability to operate equipment on a continuous basis.
- Experience with landscaping, gardening, athletic field maintenance, or other park preservation and repairs.
- Construction experience desired for some locations
Additional Information
Work Location: We have many locations throughout King County. Please see the supplemental questions for a list of locations and to select your preferred location(s).
Some work sites are in remote locations with limited (or no access to restrooms). These locations require a “Leave No Trace” presence; Parks staff working in these conditions should plan accordingly.
Application and Selection Process:
We welcome applications from all qualified applicants. We value diversity, diverse perspectives and life experience and encourage people of all backgrounds to apply.
To apply, submit a complete application. However, please be aware that cover letters, resumes and other documents won't be reviewed.
Who to Contact: For more information regarding this recruitment, please contact Crystal Yost at cyost@kingcounty.gov.
Discover More About the Parks Division: Visit our website and check us out at Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and Flickr.
Discover More About DNRP: Visit our website, explore an interactive map of our recent accomplishments and check us out at Facebook, X , LinkedIn, TikTok, Instagram, YouTube and Keeping King County Green News.
Sign up for Job Alerts to be notified of additional career opportunities with King County. Select the Natural Resources category for DNRP opportunities and explore other categories of interest.
Forbes named King County as one of Washington State's best employers.
Together, with leadership and our employees, we're changing the way government delivers service and winning national recognition as a model of excellence. Are you ready to make a difference? Come join the team dedicated to serving one of the nation's best places to live, work and play.
Guided by our "True North", we are making King County a welcoming community where every person can thrive. We value diversity, inclusion and belonging in our workplace and workforce.
To reach this goal we are committed to workforce equity.
Equitable recruiting, support, and retention is how we will obtain the highest quality workforce in our region; a workforce that shares and will help advance our guiding principles - we are one team; we solve problems; we focus on the customer; we drive for results; we are racially just; we respect all people; we lead the way; and we are responsible stewards.
We encourage people of all backgrounds and identities to apply, including Native American and people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ+, people living with disabilities, and veterans.
King County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer
No person is unlawfully excluded from employment opportunities based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation and pregnancy), age, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or other protected class.
Our EEO policy applies to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, selection for training, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation.
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