Summer Jobs Available at San Juan NHP

Seasonal employees restoring the prairie at American Camp – NPS photo by Gary Tarleton

Summer employment for young adults can be hard to find on San Juan Island, but the National Park Service is seeking young adults who are interested in starting what could be a life-long career with public land stewardship.

As many as six (6) seasonal positions will be opening at San Juan Island National Historical Park this summer, part of a partnership between the Youth Conservation Corps (YCC) and the National Park Service. The jobs are in resource and facility management and are paid seasonal employment.

Applicants should be between the ages of 16 and 19, with a positive attitude and a desire to learn. A variety of duties may be expected, including assisting with plant propagation, seed collection, weeding, landscaping, carpentry, photography, trail maintenance, interpretation and education. Orientation and training will be provided.

Seasonal work is an excellent way to learn about a career in the National Park Service or any other land stewardship or preservation agency. It could be the first step toward full time employment, and is an excellent way to give back to your community and protect the public lands of San Juan Island.

Successful candidates will exhibit an ability to follow instructions and perform moderate physical work in a safe manner. Employment will be 40 hour/week between approximately June 27 and August 20. Pay will be $9.47/hr.

More information and application packages may be obtained by visiting the park web site www.nps.gov/sajh or by contacting Steve Ray at (360) 378-2240 Ext. 2234 or by email at Steven_Ray [@] nps.gov. Applications will be accepted between April 1 and April 30, 2016.

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