Park Jobs
Thank you for your interest in working at Calaveras Big Trees State Park. We occasionally have seasonal or part time postions open, read below for details. For general inquiries about job opportunities, contact us at calaverasbigtreessp@parks.ca.gov.
To apply for a position, complete the Standard 678 State of California Application.
Natural Resources
Natural Resources takes care of the natural side of the park, with work such as organism surveys, forestry, and prescribed burns.
No positions open, seasonal positions for the spring - fall tend to fly in the late fall-winter. Check this space then for any positions. We do not hire every year.
Interpretation - Now Hiring!
Interpretation is a special form of communication that helps people understand, appreciate, and emotionally connect with the rich natural and cultural heritage preserved in parks. It is the mission of interpretation in California State Parks to convey messages that initially help visitors value their experience, and ultimately will foster a conservation ethic and promote a dedicated park constituency.
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VISITOR CENTER PARK AIDES
The Visitor Center Park Aide is an entry level position that performs front line park operation work at Calaveras Big Trees State Park. Duties include answering questions and providing information to the public, assisting interpretive staff with educational and interpretive programs, working in the visitor center, helping keep interpretive facilities clean and organized, and completing assigned projects.
There are two positions available, one seasonal to work part-time through the fall-winter and one part-time year-round. This position is designated as not telework eligible. Must be available to work weekends, evenings and holidays. This not-to-exceed 1500 hours position will work under the supervision of the State Park Interpreter III and is coordinated by the lead State Park Interpreter II of Calaveras Big Trees Park. Both positions close to applications October 1st.
Starting pay $17.38 - $20.69 per Hour depending on experience
Must be available to work weekends, evenings and holidays.
Must pass a background check.
Apply here: https://calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Jobs/JobPosting.aspx?JobControlId=528788
Please email questions to State Park Interpreter II Lillie Oravetz at lillie.oravetz@parks.ca.gov or at calaverasbigtreessp@parks.ca.gov
Facilities & Maintenance
Facilities are a key element in the realization of the Department’s mission. Facilities staff play a vital role to help keep State Parks visitors safe and preserve our natural, cultural and historical resources. Campsites, trails, visitor centers, museums, roads, water systems, restrooms are all essential in meeting the demands of protecting resources, educating the public, and enabling recreation.
Entrance Station
Park aides and senior park aides provide public information, collect day use fees, register campers, educate visitors, and other duties as assigned. Please reach out to Supervising Ranger Antheney Alegre at antheney.alegre@parks.ca.gov for more information on this position.
Public Safety & Resource Protection
State Park Peace Officer (SPPO) Rangers and Lifeguards provide not only public safety law enforcement and aquatic rescue services; they also provide public education through interpretation
