This is maintenance and personal services work in providing services to park users at a state park or day-use area. Work may also include directing and overseeing the activities of a small crew of maintenance and operations personnel. Work is performed under general supervision. 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Ability to follow directions.

LICENSING/REGISTRATION/CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: (These must be met by all employees prior to attaining permanent status in this class): Valid Class C Maine motor vehicle operator’s license.

For questions specific to the position, please contact the following: 

Aroostook State Park Manager: Scott Thompson; Scott.P.Thompson@maine.gov;(207) 768-8341

Camden Hills State Park Manager: Charlene Hood; charlene.hood@maine.gov; (207) 236-0849

Damariscotta State Park Contact: Matthew Hamilton; Matthew.Hamilton@maine.gov; (207) 941-4014

Lamoine State Park Contact: Matthew Hamilton; Matthew.Hamilton@maine.gov; (207) 941-4014

Job offers to a new hire are conditional upon verification of credentials, criminal record, and driver’s license check if applicable. Three references must be made available at the interview to include at least one work-related reference. Anyone who meets the minimum qualifications of the position may apply. 

The Department is not responsible for late receipt of applications due to mail service or faxing malfunctions.

The following general information pertains to seasonal employment at Maine State Parks: 

• Applicants must be 18 years of age or older (Lifeguards must be 16 or older)
• Applicants must be U.S. Citizens or have legal authority to work in the U.S.
• Housing is provided in the Penobscot River Corridor and the Allagash Wilderness Waterway
• In general, housing is not available at the other parks
• Most positions are scheduled to work 40 hours each week, with weekends and some holidays required
• Parks seasonal positions are required to wear uniforms which are provided by the agency