Summary
The parks department has filled 18 of 21 seasonal positions at $17.34/hour, with most staff starting mid-May. A few openings remain if you're looking for summer work.
At a glance
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Last discussed Jun 19, 2026.
Impact analysis
Seasonal wages start at $17.34/hour; vacancies could strain park operations in peak season.
Job seekers and park visitors who benefit from fully staffed facilities.
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Mentions & discussions (4)
Board of Commissioners - Jun 19, 2026
County EMS is down to 11 full-time paramedics from 18 in December, the minimum needed to run three ALS ambulances with zero wiggle room. The board approved retention bonuses to stop further losses while longer-term fixes like an agency paramedic class are explored.
Parks and Recreation Board - Jun 2, 2026
Parks are nearly fully staffed for summer at 19 of 21 positions, starting at $17.34 an hour, with a few hires starting in June.
Parks and Recreation Board - May 5, 2026
The parks department has filled 18 of 21 seasonal positions at $17.34/hour, with most staff starting mid-May. A few openings remain if you're looking for summer work.
Parks and Recreation Board - Mar 10, 2026
County parks are hiring for the summer season at $17.34/hour starting wage, with a 50-cent-per-hour bonus for workers who stay through Labor Day. About 10 of 19 last year's seasonal staff are returning.
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