Employment
Information on this page current as of January 31, 2012All full-time positions in the NJ Section are filled through the NJ State Civil Service Commission.
Throughout the year, we rely on part-time and seasonal employees to supplement the work of our full-time staff. These employees are hired directly by the NJ Section and help staff our concession stands, boat basins, and historic sites; maintain our trail system; assist in administrative and maintenance tasks; and staff our entrance booths and provide visitor information. Many of these jobs are ideal for students or retirees. (Job listings are posted below.)
To expedite the part-time and seasonal application process, it is possible to download an application (2 pages, .pdf format) from this page:
Area Attendant
30-40 hrs./wk.
$10/hr.
Positions Available mid April- Control traffic
- Provide visitors with Information
- Collect recycling
- Assist with maintenance projectsMUST
- work weekends and holidays between late May through early September
- possess communication and people skills
- be able to tolerate heat
- be able to lift a minimum of 40 lbs.
- have a valid driver’s licenseContact: Operations Supervisor Anthony Taranto (201) 768-1360 x 107
ataranto@njpalisades.org
Seasonal Trail Crew
35-40 hrs./wk.
$10/hr.
Positions Available- Trail maintenance- Wet and dry stone masonry- Assisting with park events and programsMUST
- work outdoors in all weather conditions- be able to lift 60 lbs.- work some weekend days- have a valid driver’s licenseWARNING: Trail Crew members often come in contact with poison ivy, ticks, wasps, and the like. Those with severe reactions should reconsider applying.
Concession Stand Helper at State Line Lookout
about 30 hrs./wk.
$8/hr.- Cooking, Cleaning, Cash Register- Provide visitor informationMUST be able to work weekends and holidays
Contact: State Line Lookout Manager Carson Mitchell (201) 750-0465
2012 Area Information & Fee Schedule (.pdf file, 4 pages)
