Summary
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.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 2
- Last 30 days
- 0
Last discussed Jun 2, 2026.
Impact analysis
Wages run $17.34-$21.19 per hour including the retention bonus, paid from the parks operating budget.
Summer park visitors get staffed facilities, and local and seasonal workers gain paid employment.
Mentions & discussions (2)
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 - 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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