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Park Office Assistant Specialized

Maricopa County
parental leave, sick time, tuition reimbursement
United States, Arizona, Queen Creek
6533 West Phillips Road (Show on map)
Feb 21, 2026
Posting Date 02/20/26 Application Deadline 02/27/26 Pay Range $20.25 - $30.50 hourly Salary offers are based on the candidate's equivalent experience and internal equity with other employees within the same job classification. This position is eligible for overtime compensation for all hours worked over 40 in the designated workweek. Job Type Unclassified Department Parks and Recreation About the Position Do you love the outdoors and want to help others enjoy it too? Do you thrive in administrative and customer-service-focused roles? Consider applying for our Park Office Assistant Specialized position, where you will have the opportunity to make a difference every day in Maricopa County! The Park Office Assistant Specialized provides customer service, souvenir inventory management, and financial and cashiering functions for park users so they can enjoy a healthy and exhilarating experience. *This position requires the employee to be in the office/field or customer-facing for all hours worked.* About Us Welcome to the Maricopa County Parks and Recreation Department! From hiking on a barrier-free trail to horseback riding along a creek to testing your mountain biking skills and abilities on a competitive track, Maricopa County parks offer visitors the best of the Sonoran Desert. At approximately 120,042 acres of parkland and 872 miles of trails, Maricopa County is home to one of the largest regional park systems in the nation. Currently, there are twelve parks in Maricopa County's regional park system. Each is unique and offers its visitors a wide variety of recreational opportunities. The Maricopa County Parks and Recreation Department oversees the Maricopa Trail, a 315-mile trail system that encircles the valley and links all regional parks together. The department is staffed by a team of passionate employees, park hosts, and volunteers dedicated to providing park visitors with the best customer experience possible. Join us today! Proud to Offer Work with a greater purpose Tuition reimbursement Exceptional work-life balance with hybrid and alternative work schedules Opportunities for growth and development within Maricopa County Low-cost, high-value healthcare for you and your qualifying dependents Child care benefits, including access to our on-site center, Maricopa County Kids Club, dedicated to serving Maricopa County families Paid vacation, sick time, and parental leave Extensive wellness program, including an incentive Enrollment in the Arizona State Retirement System, a defined retirement benefit requiring a 12% monthly contribution rate that includes a 100% employer match on Day 1 Want to learn more about the County's Qualifying and Compensation Philosophy? Follow this link to learn more! Work With Us \| Maricopa County, AZ We Require Two years of experience performing clerical and administrative duties that include providing customer service High School Diploma or GED Other Requirements Must currently possess or have the ability to obtain a valid Arizona driver's license by the time of hire We Also Value Cash handling experience using a computerized point-of-sale system Three or more years of clerical duties, including customer service and public contact experience Bilingual (English/Spanish) skills Job Contributions Operate on the point of sale/reservation system and provide initial and ongoing training to volunteers and staff as needed Prepare and process revenue, including counting cash and check intake for all revenue locations, and prepare reports and bank deposits daily for all park staff Greet park visitors and interpret park features for customers, including, but not limited to, park use areas, rules and regulations, fees, and special uses of park lands Respond to e-mails, phone calls, and in-person inquiries and concerns from the public, agencies, park personnel, or others regarding designated parks in a professional manner Oversee ordering and inventory functions of the Nature Center, contact station, and souvenir fund Prepare weekly/monthly park souvenir fund order; ensure order meets all department requirements Provide general administrative support to park staff Other job duties as assigned (e.g., light janitorial, litter collection, landscaping, exhibit display care, etc.) Working Conditions The position typically involves office or administrative work and is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions Incumbent may be subjected to extreme temperatures, wetness/humidity, respiratory hazards, and noise and vibration while in the field Incumbent may be subjected to moving mechanical parts, vibrations, fumes, odors, dusts, poor ventilation, chemicals, oils, extreme temperatures, inadequate lighting, workspace restrictions, intense noises, and travel Selection Procedure Only the most qualified candidates will be considered Consideration will only be given to candidates who submit online applications Candidates will be contacted primarily through email and their Workday online application profile Must pass a pre-employment background and/or fingerprint investigation as required by statute or policy, including drug and alcohol testing requirements for positions designated as safety-sensitive Maricopa County is an equal opportunity employer. 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