Trails Specialist

Mesa, AZ - USA

Hourly Salary: $ 21 - 31

Posted on: Yesterday

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Posting Date

12/15/25

Application Deadline

12/22/25

Pay Range

$21.75 - $31.00 hourly

Salary offers are based on the candidates equivalent experience and internal equity with other employees within the same job classification. This position is eligible for overtime compensation for all hours worked over 40 in the designated workweek.

Job Type

Unclassified

Department

Parks and Recreation

About the Position

Do you have a passion for the outdoors and creating memorable experiences for the community As a Trails Specialist youll play a vital role in supporting recreational activities enhancing park resources and ensuring visitors enjoy a safe healthy and exhilarating time in our parks.

About the Department
Welcome to the Maricopa County Parks and Recreation Department! Maricopa County parks offer visitors the best of the Sonoran Desert from hiking on a barrier-free trail to horseback riding along a creek to testing your mountain biking skills and abilities on a competitive track.

At approximately 120042 acres of parkland and 872 miles of trails Maricopa County is home to one of the largest regional park systems in the nation. Currently there are twelve parks in Maricopa Countys regional park system. Each is unique and offers its visitors a wide variety of recreational opportunities.

In addition to the parkland the Maricopa County Parks and Recreation Department oversees the Maricopa Trail a 315-mile trail system that encircles the valley and links all of the regional parks together. The department is staffed by a team of passionate employees park hosts and volunteers that are dedicated to providing park visitors with the best customer experience possible. Join us today!

Proud to Offer

Work with a greater purpose
Tuition reimbursement
Exceptional work-life balance
Opportunities for growth and development within Maricopa County
Low-cost high-value healthcare for you and your qualifying dependents
Child care benefits including access to our on-site center Maricopa County Kids Club dedicated to serving Maricopa County families exclusively
Paid vacation sick time and parental leave
Extensive wellness program including healthcare premium discounts
Maricopa County participates in the Arizona State Retirement System. This defined retirement benefit requires a 12% monthly contribution rate and includes a 100% employer match on Day 1
Learn more at Work With Us Maricopa County AZ

We Require

One year of experience in Parks and Recreation or the repair and maintenance field including but not limited to construction landscaping or forestry
High School diploma or GED
A combination of post-secondary education and/or job-related experience may substitute for the minimum qualifications on a year-for-year basis

We Also Value

Skid loader compact excavator or heavy equipment experience
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Programs (i.e. Excel Word and Outlook) and internet use
Proficiency with GIS/GPS software and mapping applications
Trail maintenance or construction experience

Job Contributions

Maintains and constructs park system trails utilizing Department standards
Performs re-alignment and re-construction of old trail segment
Inputs data for ERSI-GIS work order tracking and completion
Assists with locating with the final alignment of a trail to establish control points gradients and drainage
Assists with conducting field studies to determine the design and layout of trails and trailheads including land features such as soil topography vegetation climate wet areas and hydrologic regimen
Identifies and compiles database information to create maps and other trail plan documentation in response to the public involvement process
Uses GIS data along with aerial photographs and compares them with topographical features and contour lines along with old maps property records land titles property boundaries and other reference materials to verify their identification accuracy
Supports Parks department staff in completing duties
Other Job Duties as assigned

Working Conditions

Must possess or have the ability to obtain by the time of hire a valid Arizona Drivers License
Must obtain basic first aid CPR and ATV training and certifications within one year of hire
Exerting 20-25 lbs. occasionally 10-25 lbs. frequently or up to 10 lbs. constantly
Exerting 50-100 lbs. occasionally 10-25 lbs. frequently or up to 10-20 lbs. constantly
Incumbent may be subjected to extreme temperatures wetness/humidity respiratory hazards and noise and vibration
Incumbent may be subjected to moving mechanical parts vibrations fumes odors dusts poor ventilation chemicals oils extreme temperatures inadequate lighting workspace restrictions intense noises and travel

Selection Procedure

Only the most qualified candidates will be considered
Consideration will only be given to candidates who submit online applications
Candidates will be contacted primarily through email and their Workday online application profile
Must pass a pre-employment background and/or fingerprint investigation as required by statute or policy including drug and alcohol testing requirements for positions designated as safety-sensitive

Maricopa County is an equal opportunity employer.

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Posting Date12/15/25Application Deadline12/22/25Pay Range$21.75 - $31.00 hourlySalary offers are based on the candidates equivalent experience and internal equity with other employees within the same job classification. This position is eligible for overtime compensation for all hours worked over 40...