ARIZONA STATE PARKS AND TRAILS

Managing and conserving Arizonas natural cultural and recreational resources for the benefit of the people both in our parks and through our partners.
To learn more about Arizona State Parks and Trails visit our web site at .
Arizona State Parks and Trails protects and preserves 30 State Parks and Natural Areas. The agency also includes the State Trails Program outdoor-related Grants Program the State Historic Preservation Office as well as the Off-Highway Vehicle Program and more. Arizona State Parks and Trails provides over 1400 camping and RV sites throughout the parks and manages 8 of the top 25 most visited natural attractions in Arizona.

Address: Position based at 1110 West Washington Street Phoenix AZ 85007
(Will travel throughout State)

Salary: $20.00 - $22.00 / per hour

Grade: 17

Closing Date: September 10 2025

Under the guidance of the Family Campout Program Manager this position serves as a coordinator of the Family Campout Program a program that introduces camping and outdoor recreational adventures to families that have little or no experience enabling them to broaden their enjoyment in the outdoors and camping for years to come. Provide general and educational information to camp participants regarding camping; environmental issues; natural cultural and personal safety; and how to be good stewards in preserving our natural resources.

Consults and coordinates with the Family Campout Team to plan and organize Family Campout events to showcase each parks unique features. Prepare event schedule while coordinating Family Campout Program Manager. Coordinate special event presentations for each park. Continually analyze and research new methods participates in conferences training or workshops to develop interpretive programs and regular programs to incorporate into these event that emphasize safety fun respect and etiquette.

Recruit onboard retain and supervise an excellent group of volunteers to assist in the success of each Family Campout. Coordinate volunteers to participate at each event ensuring each volunteer is fully trained and understands their role and duties.

Prepare pack set-up for each individual weekend campout; Greet all campers and provide instruction on how to set-up their individual campsite camping etiquette and family work assignments. Schedule includes recreational instructional and a special service event that supports the park hosting the event. Tear down and cleanup. Post-Campout: Unpack clean repair replenish and repack for the next campout. May lead and assist in training subordinate staff and/or volunteers.

Network with both corporate and private donors who will support the program through the donation of goods and monies. Identify supply needs based on campers and volunteers. Create and builds various tool and games for attendees.

Responsible for maintaining truck trailer storage camping/activity equipment i.e. organizations repair shelves as needed replace needs to equipment monitor tire changes on truck and trailer.

Knowledge of:
Applicable program regulations and Park rules and regulations.
Basic construction electrical carpentry and plumbing; Vehicle operation towing and maintenance;
Basic use of hand tools and power tools; Basic first aid; Park rules and regulations
Computer fundamentals (e.g. word processing data-entry web-base reservation etc.)
Customer service;

Skill in:
Leadership and team interaction; Problem solving
Oral and written communication
Public relations and information dissemination
Public speaking
Volunteer recruitment and engagement
Effective public engagement

Ability to:
Develop procedures; Manage sensitive and delicate situations with a high degree of cordiality;
Maintain and upkeep of facilities and grounds;
Communicate with the public in intense settings;
Multi-tasking; interpret and enforce agency rules and regulations;
respond to occasional park emergencies;
Ability to learn to work with all levels of learning;
Operate a one-ton truck and pull a trailer.

A bachelors degree in Park Management Natural Resources Management Recreation Education or closely related field. and/or 5 or more years of experience in park operations or interpretive elated field.

Must possess and maintain a current Arizona Drivers license appropriate to assignment. Require certification verifying completion of OHV Safety program within 6 months of hire.

If this position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job to conduct State business then the following requirements apply:Drivers License Requirements.

All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).

The State of Arizona provides an excellent comprehensive benefits package including:
Affordable medical dental life and short-term disability insurance plans
Top-ranked retirement and long-term disability plans
10 paid holidays per year
Vacation time accrued at 4.00 hours bi-weekly for the first 3 years
Sick time accrued at 3.70 hours bi-weekly
Deferred compensation plan
Wellness plans
Parental Leave - Up to 12 weeks per year pid leave for newborns or newly placed foster/adopted child.

Learn more about the Paid Parental Leave pilot programhere.

For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona please visit our benefits page

Eligible for Arizona State Retirement System pension. Enrollment eligibility will become effective after 27 weeks of employment for newly hired State of Arizona employees.

The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer. Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation such as a sign language interpreter or an alternative format by calling (480) 604 -7331. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow sufficient time to arrange the accommodation.

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