Top 296 Assistant project Jobs in Santa Cruz, Ca

Public Access Assistant
Land Trust of Santa Cruz County —Santa Cruz, CA
- $40.63 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Spanish
- Microsoft Outlook
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- 403(b) matching
- Paid holidays
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Assistant Recreation Coordinator
LOS GATOS COMMUNITY —Los Gatos, CA
- $32.85 - $50.96 an hour
- Full-time
- CPR Certification
- Microsoft Outlook
- Basic math
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Project Assistant
Charities Housing —San Jose, CA
- From $30 an hour
- Urgently hiring
- Construction site
- Office
- Administrative experience
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
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Assistant Scene Technician
University of California Santa Cruz —Santa Cruz, CA
- $26.22 an hour
- Overtime
- University
- Organizational skills
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Senior Project Manager for Commercial Construction (15+ Years of PM Experience)
Ausonio Inc —Castroville, CA
- $165,000 - $190,000 a year
- 8 hour shift
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- 11+ years
- Business development
- Health savings account
- Paid holidays
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Senior Human Resources Generalist
Pacific Plug & Liner —Watsonville, CA
- $8,000 - $100,000 a year
- Spanish
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- Microsoft Outlook
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Amigo Baby. Inc —California
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- Spanish
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Community Sales
AlphaX RE Capital —Cupertino, CA
- $150,000 - $300,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- 7 years
- Real Estate License
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Bilingual Executive Assistant
CTC —Santa Cruz, CA
- $30 - $35 an hour
- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Mid-level
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Mechanical Designer - AI Trainer
DataAnnotation —Cupertino, CA
- From $60 an hour
- Part-time
- Remote
- English
- Mid-level
- Bachelor's degree
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Assistant Store Manager (Self Storage)
SecureSpace Management —San Jose, CA
- $20 - $21 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Computer literacy
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Assistant Community Manager - ALMA
Aperto Property Management, Inc —San Jose, CA
- $27 - $30 an hour
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- Project management
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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Remote Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) Instructor
Central Coast College —California
- From $35 an hour
- Part-time
- Remote
- BLS Certification
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- 401(k)
- Employee assistance program
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Photography Sales Manager
Mom365, Inc. —San Jose, CA
- $30 - $35 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- 18 years or older
- Hospital
- Mid-level
- Paid training
- 401(k)
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Climate Resilience and Adaptation Manager
Regeneración - Pájaro Valley Climate Action —Watsonville, CA
- $70,500 - $75,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Hybrid work
- Bilingual
- Background check
- Spanish
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
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Elephant Seal Program Assistant
University of California Santa Cruz —Santa Cruz, CA
- $27.07 an hour
- Overtime
- Up to 50% travel
- Analysis skills
- Driver's License
Instructional Assistant I - Kindergarten - .375 FTE/3 hrs. per day
Union School District —San Jose, CA
- $23.06 - $34.87 an hour
- Part-time
- Classroom
- CPR Certification
- Basic math
9d
Assistant Jewelry Project Coordinator
Deja & Co. Exquisite Jewels —Saratoga, CA
- $27 - $33 an hour
- 8 hour shift
- Background check
- 18 years or older
- Google Workspace
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Construction Assistant
HITT Contracting Inc —San Jose, CA
- $76,230 - $94,380 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
- Customer service
- Bachelor's degree
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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13d
Instructional Assistant I, TK - .750 FTE/6 hrs. per day
Union School District —San Jose, CA
- $23.06 - $34.87 an hour
- Part-time
- Classroom
- CPR Certification
- Basic math
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Public Access Assistant

Land Trust of Santa Cruz County -
Santa Cruz, CA

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Job Details

Full-time
$40.63 an hour
6 days ago

Benefits

403(b) matching
Paid holidays
Dental insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
403(b)

Qualifications

Record keeping
Spanish
Power saws
Outdoor work experience
English
Safety hazards
Shovels
Hazard mitigation
Cutting tools
Wilderness safety
Risk Mitigation
First aid protocols

Full Job Description

Closing Date: 9/11/2026

Applicants are encouraged to apply early

About Land Trust Of Santa Cruz County

Founded in 1978, the Land Trust of Santa Cruz County brings diverse communities and organizations together to protect and connect people to the lands that define this special place. We protect and steward farmland, watersheds, wildlife habitat, and land for public access in and around Santa Cruz County to support the environment, economy, and quality of life for future generations of people and wildlife.

We understand the critical role land plays in addressing climate change and calibrate our preservation efforts through this lens. At the same time, we know that land is cherished when people connect to it directly. From that perspective, we partner with groups and individuals to preserve and steward land that people can access, enjoy, and fall in love with.

We engage the entire county in our efforts to get bikers, hikers, birders, farmers, ranchers, and everyone who cares about the local environment and our uniquely beautiful vistas to become active stewards of the land.

The Land Trust aspires to be an organization that is representative of the communities we serve. We are looking for people with a passion for nature, land protection, and teamwork. We encourage everyone to apply for our available positions even if they don’t meet all the hiring criteria listed in the job description.

Position Snapshot

Department: Land Stewardship
Reports To: Public Access Manager
Status: Full-Time | Non-Exempt
Location: Downtown Santa Cruz Office
Compensation: $40.63 per hour

Overview

The Land Trust of Santa Cruz County, a nonprofit organization that has made substantial headway in environmental conservation by helping to protect more than 19,000 acres of important habitat and farmland over the last 45 years, is seeking a Public Access Assistant who helps to create safe, welcoming, and meaningful outdoor experiences across the Land Trust’s public access properties. This primarily field-based position serves as a consistent on-the-ground presence, engaging with visitors, maintaining trails and facilities, monitoring site conditions, and supporting public programs and stewardship projects. Working closely with the Public Access Manager, Public Access Coordinator and Land Stewardship team, the Public Access Assistant helps balance recreational access with natural resource protection. The position plays an important role in connecting the community to conserved lands while ensuring public access aligns with the Land Trust’s conservation mission.

Work Schedule & Location

Work hours total approximately 40 hours per week, typically between 7am-5pm, Sunday through Thursday, with occasional early, late, or weekend work as needed.

This position is primarily field-based and requires regular travel to Land Trust properties throughout Santa Cruz County. Fieldwork includes hiking and working on steep or uneven terrain, engaging with visitors, monitoring property conditions, maintaining trails and facilities, and supporting stewardship projects and public programs. The position is based out of the Land Trust’s office in downtown Santa Cruz.

Compensation and Benefits

This is a full-time, non-exempt position with compensation of $40.63 per hour.

The Land Trust offers excellent benefits and a supportive work environment, including:

High-quality health, dental, and vision insurance, with 100% of employee premiums covered by the Land Trust
403(b) retirement plan with employer match
Generous paid time off and holidays
A green commute stipend to encourage sustainable transportation
Ongoing professional development support
An annual wellness benefit
Inclusive and fun staff events
A dog-friendly office
And more

Responsibilities

Engage with Visitors

Provide friendly, informative communication on trail etiquette, property rules, natural resource protection, and general property questions.
Monitor trail and visitor use; educate visitors about unallowed activities and report illegal activities to the supervisor.
Create and lead interpretive walks of your choosing to a diverse audience.
Assist with public programs, volunteer days, and community events, occasionally on evenings or weekends.

Monitor & Maintain Trails & Facilities

“Patrol with Purpose” by hiking trails, maintaining trail corridors, and documenting hazards or needed maintenance.
Remediate signs of off-trail use to discourage trespass and protect sensitive habitat.
Perform routine trail maintenance projects independently and assist with larger projects, remaining safe, efficient, and effective including clearing drains, cutting back poison oak, and removing trail blockages with power tools and hand tools.
Assist with habitat management and restoration, such as weed control and erosion mitigation.
Clean and restock bathrooms.
Collect and remove trash.
Replenish dog waste bags, brochures, and other visitor materials.

Support Creation & Implementation of Public Access Projects & Systems

Update and distribute brochures and informational materials.
Install, maintain, and update signage and public announcements.
Assist in the development of additional public access systems and projects as needed.

Coordinate & Report

Maintain clear and accurate records of site conditions, visitor interactions, incidents, and completed work utilizing online platforms.
Communicate regularly with the Public Access Manager and Coordinator to report needs, prioritize tasks, and inform planning.
Collaborate and work with Public Access Coordinator and Stewardship teammates to collectively achieve stewardship goals.
Contribute field insights to support planning, communications, and stewardship storytelling.

Other duties as assigned

Required Knowledge, Skills, Ability & Experience

Experience engaging with visitors using respectful and inclusive communication.

Physically able to walk long distances on steep, uneven terrain and perform manual labor (digging, lifting up to 40 lbs., squatting, pulling).
Basic knowledge of outdoor safety practices, including first aid or emergency preparedness (Land Trust will provide additional training as needed).
Experience comfortably managing risk in outdoor environments with natural hazards (poison oak, wasps, wildlife, hazard trees, tickborne illness, etc.).
Ability to work independently and stay productive.
Experience safely using and maintaining power tools (mowers, chainsaws, and drills, etc.) and hand tools (handsaws, shovels, mcleods, loppers, etc.)
Collaborative mindset, especially when balancing recreation with natural resource protection.
Clear, accurate record-keeping and communication skills.
Fluency in English and basic conversational Spanish.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, Ability & Experience

Fluency in Spanish is strongly preferred.
Experience in land stewardship, public access, outdoor recreation, or related fields.
Experience with trail maintenance, erosion control, or weed management.
Experience enforcing rules and communicating expectations with visitors in a tactful, respectful manner.
Understanding of natural, agricultural, cultural, and open-space resource conservation activities in Santa Cruz County.
Knowledge of local ecosystems and land management issues.
Ability to identify California native plants (especially in Santa Cruz County).
Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Asana, and Avenza Maps.

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