JOB
Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission________________________________________
Job Title: Construction & Maintenance Project Supervisor
Location: Oak Harbor, WA
Closes: June 30th, 2026, at 11:55pm PDT
Note: Washington State has approved a 2% COLA salary increase effective July 1st, 2026.
The Deception Pass Area is recruiting for an organized and energetic Construction and Maintenance Supervisor to provide guidance, coordination and supervision of the area trades staff who perform maintenance duties on buildings, utility systems, roads, trails, and equipment resulting in the public having safe and functional facilities.
Position works four (4) days a week, 10 hours per day. Core working hours are typically 6 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., Monday - Thursday. This position requires occasional travel including some overnight between parks and statewide for meetings, training, and other field work.
Deception Pass State Park - (located in Island County) is Washington's most-visited state park for a reason. Mysterious coves, rugged cliffs, jaw-dropping sunsets and a stomach-dropping high bridge make this park a go-to for locals and international travelers alike. It spreads over 4,134 acres, a marine and camping park with 77,000 feet of saltwater shoreline and 33,900 feet of freshwater shoreline on three lakes. Deception Pass and the high bridge connect Western Washington's mainland with Whidbey and Fidalgo islands, creating a gateway for exploration.
We are looking for a team-oriented person who can work well with others as well as work independently. If you enjoy our state parks and would like to improve them, I encourage you to apply! EXAMPLE OF DUTIES The C&M Supervisor plays an important role of being the primary interface with the Region Maintenance Manager and the Maintenance Chief on state and regionwide maintenance objectives and priorities.
Duties include, but are not limited to:
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Serves as the Lead and Coordinator of Maintenance in a Park Area under the supervision of the Area Manager:
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Leads and directs the maintenance, repair, and operational development of the park areas and its facilities and equipment.
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Supervises Area Maintenance Staff:
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Schedules work priorities and shift coverage, mentors, recommends disciplinary and corrective action, performs hiring interviews, and develops work plans and evaluations.
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Recruits and hires trades and maintenance staff for the area.
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Project Coordination:
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Responsible for the coordination and completion of the preventative, deferred, routine, equipment, and emergency and unforeseen maintenance within the area.
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Performs repairs and maintenance work in carpentry, masonry, plumbing, electrical, water and wastewater systems, and other equipment.
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Develops and controls park maintenance budget for all park area projects and repairs.
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Responsible for Administration.
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Responsible for Water and Wastewater System Operations.
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Coordinates the Equipment Operation and Maintenance within the Area:
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Conducts/provides equipment training for area staff who operate equipment.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
HOW TO APPLY
To ensure consideration, please complete the online job application and profile at State Parks Jobs.
To take advantage of veteran preference, please do the following:
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Attach a copy of your DD214 (Member 4 long-form copy), NGB 22, or USDVA signed verification of service letter.
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Please black out any PII (personally identifiable information) data such as social security numbers. Include your name as it appears on your application in careers.wa.gov.
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For more information on Veteran's Preference and instructions on how to check your eligibility, click here.
The information provided in your application must support your selected answers in the application questions. Answers will be verified and documentation may be required. Responses not supported in your application will disqualify you for consideration of employment from this recruitment.
NOTE: Prior to a new hire, a background check, including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the position.
This position is included in the supervisory bargaining unit represented by the Washington Federation of State Employees (WFSE). For more information: https://wfse.org/. This job posting may be used to fill multiple vacancies.
- This job announcement may be used to fill other positions of the same classification if vacant in the next 60 days.
Want to join a great organization? The Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission manages one of the largest, most diverse-and most beautiful—parks systems in the country. With more than 120,000 acres, the system includes 124 developed parks, including 19 marine parks, 11 historical parks, 35 heritage sites, 13 interpretive centers and approximately 500 miles of long-distance recreation trails. And the agency is staffed with nearly 1000 employees (summers), who are some of the most passionate employees you'll find anywhere We love what we manage and what we do. For more information on Washington State Parks, click here.
Diversity Policy Statement:
The Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission is an equal opportunity employer. We strive to build a workplace culture that is welcoming and inclusive in which all employees feel respected and empowered to bring their unique ideas to the agency. At State Parks, we believe that embracing diverse backgrounds and experiences is essential to growing a strong workforce. We encourage applicants underrepresented in natural resources and outdoor recreation fields to apply, including but not limited to women, Black, Indigenous and people of color (BIPOC), individuals with disabilities, neurodivergent individuals, disabled and Vietnam era veterans, persons over 40 years of age, and individuals who identify as a part of the 2SLGBTQ+ community.
Persons needing accommodation in the application process or this job announcement in an alternative format may contact the human resources office at (360) 902-8565. Applicants who are deaf or hard of hearing may call through the Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6388.
For information about this position, please contact Jason Armstrong at [email protected] or (360) 675-3767.
For information about the recruitment process and qualifications, please contact Wendy Vandel at [email protected] or (360) 902-8688.
All applicants with a legal right to work in the United States are encouraged to apply.
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