Jobs

Temporary Employment

Temporary and seasonal jobs are available at most state parks and recreation areas, with varying durations of employment to include more opportunities during our peak season. A variety of opportunities are available, including park attendants, lifeguards, office assistants, naturalists, maintenance workers, and grounds keepers.

Seasonal Positions Available

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GUWs work 16 hours per week, with weekend and holiday work required.
The pay is $15 per hour.

Duties and Responsibilities

GUWs are responsible for facility and grounds maintenance, including but not limited to: cleaning restrooms, campsites, and the visitor center; emptying trash cans and disposing litter; mowing and trimming grass; maintaining trails; assisting visitors; and performing other duties to assist in necessary park operations.

Requirements  and Qualifications

Applicants must have a valid driver's license and must enjoy working with the public.
 

N.C. State Government Paper Application for Employment

All applicants for a seasonal position at North Carolina State Parks need to fill out a N.C. State Government Paper Application for Employment (PD-107). Click here to visit the website for N.C. Office of Human Resources to download a copy of the application. Completed applications can be emailed, dropped off or mailed to the park.

Permanent Employment

All permanent job listings are posted through the North Carolina Office of State Human Resources Online Job Application System.

Please note that most permanent employment opportunities have a very short posting period of only a few days. As such, permanent employment opportunities are not posted in this page.

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