Seasonal Park Aides Sinks Canyon State Park 2026-02189

Seasonal Park Aides Sinks Canyon State Park 2026-02189

Salary

$12.00 - $12.50 Hourly

Location

Lander, WY

Job Type

Temporary Part-time

Job Number

2026-02189

Department

State Parks & Cultural Resources

Division

State Parks, Historic Sites, Trails, Outdoor Recreation

Opening Date

09/10/2026

Closing Date

Continuous

FLSA

Non-Exempt

Job Classification

ATTP99

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

Description and Functions

Open Until Filled

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

Are you looking for an opportunity to work in an amazing location, interact with people, and be a part of a great team that is passionate about the outdoors? If so, join Wyoming State Parks for a winter of adventure and teamwork in beautiful Sink Canyon State Park! Sinks Canyon is located just outside of Lander, WY, and is home to unique geological features, abundant wildlife, and world-class rock climbing. The park is currently seeking enthusiastic seasonal staff to fill positions in maintenance and cave tours. These positions will work no more than 24 hours per week through the spring of 2027.

Re-create yourself with an inspiring career in Wyomings outdoors! Explore the many possibilities with Wyoming State Parks, Historic Sites, and Outdoor Recreation. Watch our recruitment video here:

Human Resources Contact: 307-777-7010 / stacy.sprengeler@wyo.gov

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function that may be performed at the job level.

Seasonal Interpreter/Maintenance Worker:

• Provide excellent internal and external customer service to staff and park guests
• Greet guests, answer visitor questions, and provide pertinent information about the site and surrounding area
• Engage with visitors through interpretive techniques to provide education and site orientation
• Develop and present interpretive programs, guided hikes, cave tours, and hands-on activities to guests of all ages
• Assist with the development of non-personal interpretive content including social media and interpretive graphics
• Assist with the development and implementation of special events
• Staff the visitor center as needed
• Provide janitorial services in the visitor center and campgrounds
• Assist with special projects and events as needed
• Assist with general administrative duties, reports, and data entry
• May be required to assist with the feeding and care of live exhibit animals, including reptiles and small mammals
• May be required to assist in the Visitor Center by answering questions and operating the computer/register for reservations and sales

Qualifications

PREFERENCES:

Must have a valid drivers license.

Must be at least 18 years of age.

KNOWLEDGE:

• Excellent communication skills for working with staff and visitors from around the world
• Excellent customer service skills with staff and visitors
• Ability to be flexible with work assignments and assigned duties
• Willingness to work on a variety of different tasks every day
• Ability to perform routine and potentially mundane tasks
• Experience in money handling and retail sales
• Experience in basic construction
• Experience in the use of basic power and hand tools

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

None - See "Preferences"

Necessary Special Requirements

PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Must work outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Must be able to lift at least 50 pounds, with or without assistance.

NOTES:

• FLSA: Non-exempt
• Housing is not available

Supplemental Information

Click here to view the State of Wyoming Classification and Pay Structure.

URL: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/wyoming/default.cfm

The State of Wyoming is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively supports the ADA and reasonably accommodates qualified applicants with disabilities.

Class Specifications are subject to change, please refer to the A & I HRD Website to ensure that you have the most recent version.

Non Benefit Position

01

(AA) Which of the following best describes your highest completed level of education to date or within the next three (3 months)? (Transcripts may be required.)

• High School Diploma/GED/or Equivalent
• Some college Coursework, No Degree Received
• Associates Degree
• Associates Degree and additional coursework
• Bachelors Degree
• Bachelors Degree and additional coursework
• Masters Degree
• Masters Degree and additional coursework
• Doctorate Degree
• Doctorate Degree and additional coursework
• None of the Above

02

(AA) Which of the following Quarter/Semester credit hours best describes your completed college education to date or within the next three (3 months)? (Transcripts may be required.)

• 45+ Quarter hours/30+ Semester hours
• 90+ Quarter hours/60+ Semester hours
• 136+ Quarter hours/91+ Semester hours
• 180+ Quarter hours/120+ Semester hours
• 225+ Quarter hours/150+Semester hours
• N/A

03

Do you have experience in customer service?

• Yes
• No

04

Describe your experience in customer service.

05

Do you have a valid drivers license?

• Yes
• No

06

Are you at least 18 years of age?

• Yes
• No

07

(A) Where did you hear about this opportunity?

• Goverment jobs www.governmentjobs.com/careers/wyoming
• Indeed
• LinkedIn
• Zip Recruiter
• Wyoming Workforce Center
• Other job sites (Wyoming at Work, Monster, etc.)
• Social Media (Facebook, Twitter, etc.)
• Newspaper/Newsletter Advertisement
• Career Fair
• Human Resources Division
• Friend or Acquaintance (Not State Employee)
• Current State Employee
• Other

08

(A1) If you selected "Current State Employee" please provide the employees first and last name, and include the department they work for, if known. Please limit this response to only one employee. This employee may be eligible for a Referral Bonus.

09

(A1) If you selected Other, please tell us where you heard about this opportunity.

10

(AA) VETERANS PREFERENCE DISCLOSURE: PER WYOMING STATUTE, current employees of the State of Wyoming are not eligible for veterans preference. If you are not a current employee of the State of Wyoming, to be eligible to receive veterans preference you MUST have been a resident of the State of Wyoming for a period of one (1) year or more at any time prior to submitting this application. I have read and understand the veterans preference disclosure.

• Yes
• No
• I am not a veteran

11

(AA) VETERANS PREFERENCE: If you are a war veteran as defined in section 101, Title 38, United States Code or are the surviving spouse of a war veteran who receives survivor benefits from the federal government based on the veterans military service, and wish to claim veterans preference, please attach the appropriate documentation substantiating your claim. Indicate below your appropriate veterans preference status. By requesting veterans preference, you are certifying that you meet the statutory requirements as described in the above disclosure.

• Current State Employee
• Veteran - DD214 Attached
• Disabled Veteran (10% or more) - DD214 and Veterans Disability Determination Attached
• Surviving Spouse of a Deceased Veteran - DD214 and proof of Survivor Benefit Attached
• None of the above

12

(AA) Please be advised that an incomplete application WILL NOT be considered for employment. An attached resume is not required and is not an acceptable substitution for a completed application. Some State of Wyoming agencies use E-Verify, an Internet-based system, to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States. Learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities at https://www.uscis.gov/e-verify. I have read and understand the above statement.

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer State of Wyoming

Address Human Resource Contact Information located in the

General Description Section

Statewide, Wyoming, 82002

Phone 307-777-7188

Website http://agency.governmentjobs.com/wyoming/default.cfm