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Mission 

The Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission cares for Washington's most treasured lands, waters, and historic places. State parks connect all Washingtonians to their diverse natural and cultural heritage and provide memorable recreational and educational experiences that enhance their lives.

Vision

Washington's state parks will be cherished destinations with natural, cultural, recreational, artistic and interpretive experiences that all Washingtonians enjoy, appreciate and proudly support.

Core values

The agency has adopted the following core values:

• Commitment to stewardship that transmits high quality park assets to future generations
• Dedication to outdoor recreation and public enjoyment that welcomes all our citizens to their public parks
• Excellence in all we do
• Involving the public in our policy development and decision making
• Support for one another as we translate our mission into reality

We celebrate and value diversity. Appreciating that a workforce composed of those from different backgrounds and experiences creates an inclusive environment. This strengthens our relationships with local communities and brings new perspectives and approaches to fulfilling the agency's mission.

Washington State Parks is home to some of the most talented people and we have a great working environment. Offering our employees professional development opportunities, including formal and informal training and tuition reimbursement. Flexible/alternative work schedules, with mobile and telework options (depending on job duties). Some positions are offered state-wide total compensation packages and alternate transportation incentives (depending on location). And we proudly promote diversity, equity and inclusion.

Diverse range of job opportunities

whether you're a Parks Planner, Park Ranger, Construction & Maintenance Specialist or Fiscal Analyst, or if you just share our passion for Washington's diverse state parks.

We have positions at dozens of parks around the state and office locations in Lacey, Wenatchee and Burlington, which means there's a place for you no matter where you live in Washington.

Applicants with disabilities

If you require assistance with the application and employment process, you will be accommodated to the extent reasonably possible. Requests should be made to the Human Resources Office by calling (360) 902-8565. Persons who are deaf or hard of hearing may dial 711 to place a call through Washington Telecommunication Relay Service.