A Range of Opportunities Are Available

Temporary and seasonal jobs are readily available at most state parks and entertainment locations, with differing durations of work to consist of more opportunities during our peak season. A variety of opportunities are available, consisting of park attendants, lifeguards, office assistants, biologists, upkeep employees, and grounds keepers.

All seasonal positions at Jordan Lake State Recreation Area are noted below. Not all of them are currently open for employing. Please examine the top of the park’s web pages for a green alert that lists which job applications are currently being accepted by park staff. If there is no green alert, that implies the park has no jobs; visit our basic Jobs page to discover currently open positions at other state parks.

All Seasonal Positions at Jordan Lake

General Utility Worker
Park Attendant/ Ticket Booth Operator
Visitor Center Office Attendant

General Utility Worker

General Utility Workers work seasonally approximately 40 hours per week, with holiday and weekend work needed. The positions normally begin from March-April and run through September-October.

This position is accountable for park clean-up and everyday maintenance in particular areas, which will be designated to each worker.

This consists of cleaning restrooms, picnic areas, outdoor camping areas, car park, shelters, and nature trails. GUWs may likewise run lawn mowers, weedeaters and blowers.

Candidates should be at least 16 years old; however, only those 18 years or older and have a legitimate motorist’s license can operate state lorries and equipment.

Park Attendant/ Box Office Operator

Park Attendants/ Box office Operators work seasonally approximately 40 hours weekly, with vacation and weekend work needed. The positions normally start from March-April and go through September-October.

The pay is $15 per hour.

This position is mostly responsible for gathering fees from all who enter the park’s recreational centers, and for registering campers in campgrounds. General park cleanup may be required.

Good interaction skills are needed. Candidates with computer abilities are preferred. Park Attendants/ Box office Operators will need to find out and use the reservations system proficiently.

Visitor Center Office Attendant

Job Information

The Visitor Center Office Attendant works 16 hours a week during weekends and turning shifts, as needed. This position will be needed to work weekends and/or weekdays.

The pay is $17 per hour.

Duties and Responsibilities

This position will be assisting the park’s office assistants by being the very first contact to greet park visitors and supplying them with details and support. Duties include: answering the telephone and e-mails, using an appointments system to book camping and centers, taking messages, carrying out clerical duties like typing letters and fliers, and opening/closing the visitor center on the days they are working. They will also operate walkie-talkies and manage cash.

Requirements and Qualifications

The perfect prospect ought to know the location surrounding the park.

N.C. State Government Paper Application for Employment

All candidates for a seasonal position at North Carolina State Parks need to submit a N.C. State Government Paper Application for Employment (PD-107). Click here to visit the website for N.C. Office of Human Resources to download a copy of the application. Completed applications can be emailed, dropped off or sent by mail to the park.

Submit Completed Application

By email: jordan.lake@ncparks.gov

By mail or drop-off: 280 State Park Road, Apex, NC 27523

For questions, call: 919-362-0586

Permanent Employment

All irreversible task listings are published through the North Carolina Office of State Human Resources Online Job Application System.

Please note that most irreversible employment chances have an extremely brief posting period of only a couple of days. As such, permanent job opportunity are not published in this page.

The Online Job Application System enables you to develop a “Get Job Alerts” link that will alert you by means of e-mail when a position matching your interests and abilities appears.

To utilize the Online Job Application System, you will require to produce an account in order to send an application for work. Check in or produce a new through the “Sign In” button at the top right of the page. There is a link at the bottom of the pop-up box to develop a brand-new account.