Top 89 parks recreation Jobs in lafayette ca

FORESTRY AIDE
Department of Parks & Recreation —Contra Costa County, CA
- $21.60 - $26.71 an hour
- Overtime
- Office
- CDL
- Driving
7d
Facility Security Assistant, PT (Continuous)
City of Oakland —Oakland, CA
- $30.13 - $37.01 an hour
- Extended hours
- Office
- Organizational skills
- Entry level
Recreation Specialist I, PT (Continuous)
City of Oakland —Oakland, CA
- $23.54 - $28.90 an hour
- Part-time
- Cooking
- Working with children
- Visual & Performing Arts
Recreation Aide, PT (Continuous)
City of Oakland —Oakland, CA
- $17.65 - $21.44 an hour
- Part-time
- Outdoor work
- Entry level
- Kitchen
Facility Security Assistant, PT (Continuous)
City of Oakland, CA —Oakland, CA
- $30.13 - $37.01 an hour
- Extended hours
- Spanish
- Current TB test
- Office
- Commuter assistance
- Health insurance
Recreation Leader II, PT (Continuous)
City of Oakland —Oakland, CA
- $23.10 - $28.08 an hour
- Part-time
- Word processing
- Mid-level
- Visual & Performing Arts
Recreation Attendant I, PT (Continuous)
City of Oakland —Oakland, CA
- $18.07 - $21.96 an hour
- Part-time
- Outdoor work
- Entry level
Golf Course Aide ($17.74/hour - $23.94/hour)
HAYWARD AREA RECREATION & PARK DISTRICT —Hayward, CA
- $17.74 - $23.94 an hour
- Part-time
- Background check
- 18 years or older
- CPR Certification
Operations Manager, Park Projects & Design (Full-time w/ benefits)
Golden Gate National Parks Conservancy —San Francisco, CA
- $75,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Hybrid work
- Mid-level
- Office
- Microsoft Office
- Health insurance
- Employee assistance program
Van Driver, PT
City of Oakland —Oakland, CA
- $20.73 - $25.42 an hour
- Part-time
- CDL B
- Outdoor work
- Entry level
Part Time Maintenance Jobs with the City of Alameda
City Of Alameda —Alameda, CA
- $23.72 - $35.04 an hour
- Part-time
- Sanitation
- US work authorization
- Outdoor work
Custodian Aide - Seasonal ($25.06/hour - $33.81/hour)
HAYWARD AREA RECREATION & PARK DISTRICT —Hayward, CA
- $25.06 - $33.81 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- 18 years or older
- High school diploma or GED
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Flexible schedule
Park Ranger/Naturalist
City of Fremont —Fremont, CA
- $78,379.12 - $94,317.01 a year
- Online Application
- CPR Certification
- Management
- BLS Certification
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
Sports Official, PT (Continuous)
City of Oakland, CA —Oakland, CA
- $26.79 an hour
- Part-time
- Spanish
- Current TB test
- 1 year
- Commuter assistance
- Health insurance
Recreation Aide, PT (Continuous)
City of Oakland, CA —Oakland, CA
- $17.65 - $21.44 an hour
- Part-time
- Serving
- Spanish
- Current TB test
- Commuter assistance
- Health insurance
Park Aide
The Livermore Area Recreation and Park District —Livermore, CA
- $19 an hour
- 8 hour shift
- Current TB test
- Fingerprint clearance
- Entry level
Fleet Equipment Specialist
County of Contra Costa, California —Contra Costa County, CA
- $78,037.30 - $86,036.12 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Driver's License
- Fuel card
1d
Assistant Engineer II (Office) (Continuous)
City of Oakland —Oakland, CA
- $9,443.89 - $11,594.42 a month
- Online Application
- Hybrid work
- Construction site
- Mid-level
- Office
- Wellness program
- Paid holidays
Recreation Specialist II, PT (Continuous)
City of Oakland, CA —Oakland, CA
- $30.37 - $37.28 an hour
- Part-time
- 18 years or older
- Spanish
- Current TB test
- Commuter assistance
- Health insurance
Recreation Attendant I, PT (Continuous)
City of Oakland, CA —Oakland, CA
- $18.07 - $21.96 an hour
- Part-time
- 18 years or older
- CPR Certification
- Current TB test
- Commuter assistance
- Health insurance

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FORESTRY AIDE

Department of Parks & Recreation -
Contra Costa County, CA

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Job Details

Non-tenure
$21.60 - $26.71 an hour
7 days ago

Qualifications

CDL
Non-CDL Class C
Driving

Full Job Description

Department of Parks & Recreation

JC-519377

FORESTRY AIDE
FORESTRY AIDE

$21.60 - $26.71 per Hour
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

Final Filing Date: 6/9/2026

Job Description and Duties

FORESTRY AIDE – DIABLO RANGE DISTRICT / MOUNT DIABLO STATE PARK

“Priority consideration will be given to any person receiving State public assistance under the CalWORKs program. Applicants who receive State public assistance need to identify their status as a CalWORKs recipient in the comments area on the application. Applicants must submit a verification of their CalWORKs eligibility status, which may include the most recent Notice of Action showing TANF eligibility or a copy of your last aid check stub. If verification is not submitted with the application, the application will not be processed. (Applicants may obtain verification from the CalWORKs program).”

The Forestry Aide reporting location is the Contra Costa/Solano Sector Office, located at 96 Mitchell Canyon Rd., Clayton, CA 94517. The Forestry Aide (FA) works under the supervision of the Park Maintenance Supervisor or designated project lead as an essential part of the Diablo Range District Natural Resource Team.

The Forestry Aide is an entry-level position involved in natural resource management and wildfire resilience activities within Mount Diablo State Park and other park units in the Diablo Range District. Duties may include manual fuel reduction, prescribed fire support, invasive species management, habitat restoration, biological monitoring, and collection of field data using GPS and GIS applications. The position works outdoors under adverse weather conditions, hikes over uneven and steep terrain, and carries heavy equipment.Typical work hours are 7:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., Monday through Thursday. This position may also work overtime, weekends, holidays, irregular shifts, and work and/or camp in remote locations based on program or project needs. While the reporting location and the majority of work will occur at Mount Diablo State Park, the Forestry Aide may also work in other California State Parks within the Diablo Range District as assigned. This is an excellent opportunity to work outdoors and gain hands-on experience in wildfire resilience, prescribed fire, and natural resource management with California State Parks.

This position may work up to 1500 hours within 12 consecutive months. This position is designated as not telework eligible.

The selected candidate is required to submit to a background investigation process utilizing Live Scan fingerprinting prior to appointment.

This position requires a valid Class C driver’s license. You must answer the questions addressing your driver’s license on your application. Ensure you provide your driver’s license number, class, expiration date, and any endorsements and/or restrictions on your application.

State housing is not available. For further information regarding this position, please contact Cristian Castro at (925) 507- 9265 or at [email protected].

Per California Code of Regulations (CCR) 599.961, this is a sensitive position, and therefore subject to drug and alcohol testing. It should be noted that testing is not mandatory, but is allowed to be conducted only if and when there is a determination of reasonable suspicion as defined in CCR 599.962.

Working Conditions

Work outdoors in various types of weather and environmental conditions, including hot, cold, and rainy weather.

Work in potentially hazardous situations involving smoke, fire, poison oak, ticks, and uneven terrain.

Work in steep, hilly, and rugged terrain.

Operate hand tools, power tools, vehicles, trailers, and utility terrain vehicles (UTVs).

Hike and walk long distances while carrying tools and equipment.

Work in office settings as needed to complete training, data entry, and administrative tasks.

Position Details

Job Code #:

JC-519377

Position #(s):

549-662-1060-901

Working Title:

FORESTRY AIDE

Classification:

FORESTRY AIDE

$21.60 - $26.71

New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

# of Positions:

Multiple

Work Location:

Contra Costa County

Telework:

In Office

Job Type:

Non-Tenured, Intermittent

Facility:

Diablo Range Dist./Contra Solano Units

Department Information

The mission of California State Parks is to provide for the health, inspiration, and education of the people of California by helping to preserve the state's extraordinary biological diversity, protecting its most valued natural and cultural resources, and creating opportunities for high-quality outdoor recreation.

All employees are responsible for contributing to an inclusive, safe, and secure work environment that values diverse cultures, perspectives, and experiences, and is free from discrimination.

Department Website: http://www.parks.ca.gov

Special Requirements

The position(s) require(s) a valid California Drivers License (CDL). You must answer the questions addressing your CDL on your application. Ensure you provide your CDL number, class, expiration date, and any endorsements and/or restrictions.
The position(s) require(s) a Background Investigation be cleared prior to being hired.

Candidates that believe they meet the Minimum qualifications based on a pattern of education from the classification description (specifications) must provide a copy of your degree/transcripts and/or license along with your application (STD. 678) to be considered for this position. If selected for the position, official sealed transcripts will be required prior to appointment.

DO NOT include any confidential information to your application or supporting documents (i.e., Social Security Number, birthdate, marital status, medical information, examination results, method of eligibility, etc.)

Application Instructions

Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.

Final Filing Date: 6/9/2026

Who May Apply

This is a non-testing Classification, therefore, anyone meeting the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification may apply for this position. Individuals in specific programs, such as the Welfare to Work Program, are encouraged to apply and will be given priority according to the applicable Laws and Rules. Please note on your application your current participation in these programs.

Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).

How To Apply

Complete Application Packages (including your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) and applicable or required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting. Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included. If you choose to not apply electronically, a hard copy application package may be submitted through an alternative method listed below:

Address for Mailing Application Packages

You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:

Department of Parks & Recreation

Diablo Range Dist./Contra Solano Units

Attn: Cristian Castro

96 Mitchell Canyon Rd.

Clayton, CA 94517

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:

Department of Parks & Recreation

Diablo Range Dist./Contra Solano Units

Cristian Castro

96 Mitchell Canyon Rd.

Clayton, CA 94517

Monday-Friday, excluding weekends and state holidays.

08:00 AM - 05:00 PM

Required Application Package Documents

The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job:

Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.
Resume is optional. It may be included, but is not required.

Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview. The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this job posting.

Benefits

Contact Information

The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.

Department Website: http://www.parks.ca.gov

Hiring Unit Contact:
Cristian Castro
(925) 507-9265
[email protected]

Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department's EEO Office.

EEO Contact:
Sharon Comas - EEO Office
(916) 653-9990

California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.

Additional Instructions

If submitting your completed Application Package by mail or hand delivery, you must include the Position # 549-662-1060-901 and the Job Control # JC-519377 in the “Examination or Job Title for which you are applying” section on the STD. 678.

Note: If you are applying for multiple positions, you must complete a STD. 678 for each position separately. Incomplete applications or applications received with multiple positions listed on one application will not be considered.

Employment History on the STD 678 must be complete and include dates, accurate hours per week, total time worked, duties and responsibilities, and contact names and phone numbers of supervisors. Failure to submit a completed STD 678 may result in you being screened out. Only the most qualified candidates will be invited to an interview.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.

It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free work place. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.

Application Methods:

Electronic (Using your CalCareer Account)

By Mail

Drop-off

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