Arizona State Parks offers a variety of employment opportunities. Those interested in park operations may consider a Park Ranger, Park Manager, Regional Manager, or Interpretive Education position in our 27 State Parks. Arizona State Parks also has seasonal requirements for temporary Park Rangers.
Professional, administrative, and technical opportunities are available in the Phoenix office for those interested in Park Development, Public Information/Relations, Research and Marketing, Administration Services, Grants and Recreation Programs, Resource Management, Outreach Programs, and State Historic Preservation Office positions.
For your benefit, we have provided information on the employment application procedure and benefits for full-time employees.
Employment Spotlight showcases one current open position at Arizona State Parks. A complete list of jobs can be found at AZStateJobs.gov.
The current spotlight is on the Executive Director, Arizona State Parks Board.
The mission at Arizona State Parks is managing and conserving Arizona’s natural, cultural and recreational resources for the benefit of the people both in our parks and through our partners. It is our vision to be recognized nationally and locally as the outstanding resource management organization.
The Executive Director of Arizona State Parks, after twenty years as the Director, is retiring. Therefore, we are currently looking for an energetic and motivated professional to serve our Board as the Executive Director providing the passion, direction, and leadership for Arizona State Parks. This executive-level position is responsible to the Arizona State Parks Board for the general supervision and control of all activities, functions and employees of the Agency. Learn more, read complete description and hiring schedule.
All State of Arizona government jobs can be found at one site: AZStateJobs.gov. You can search for current job openings by job description, keyword, job type or job name. At the site, you can create an account, upload your resume and apply for current vacancies. This is the only method to apply for jobs with Arizona State Parks.
If you wish to only view and/or apply for Arizona State Parks jobs, press the “Search For Jobs” button, type AZPARKS in the Keyword Field, and then press Search.
Selection: Resumes submitted through AZStateJobs.gov will be evaluated by State Parks Recruitment Staff and referred to the hiring supervisor. Should qualifications match that of an open position, the resume may be forwarded to the hiring authority for consideration. You will be contacted only if the hiring supervisor wishes to pursue your background further. A valid Class D Arizona Driver's License is required at time of appointment for most jobs. All relevant information is subject to verification.
Location: Most Parks are located away from the major urban areas of the State. Please review our Arizona State Parks Map for locations.
Residency: Some positions are in parks that may require the incumbent to reside at the park. This requirement will be part of the individual position's requirement. See a list of parks with Residency requirements.
Pre-Employment Medical/Physical Requirement: Employment in these positions is contingent upon the passing of a medical/physical examination, which includes testing of ability to lift 50 pounds. This exam will be coordinated with the State of Arizona Human Resources Division, Occupational Health Services and paid for by the State of Arizona.
Law Enforcement: Some positions may require that the incumbent be, or be eligible for, certification as a Peace Officer. Peace Officer Certification has the basic criteria:
For more information, visit the Arizona Peace Officer Standards and Training Board.
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Recently, About.com interviewed several Arizona State Park employees to learn more about their jobs. Read the interviews to learn more about working for Arizona State Parks.
Read interview with Kathy Farretta 
Assistant Park Manager at Riordan Mansion State Historic Park
Read interview with Terri Leverton Assistant Park Manager at McFarland State Historic Park
Arizona State Parks Human Resources Office
1300 W. Washington
Phoenix, AZ 85007
(602) 542-6900 and (602) 542-6919
FAX: (602) 364-0182
TEL & TTY (602) 542-4174
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