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Employment Opportunities

Make your mark on New Hampshire State Parks!

Come work outside with us, we have opportunities for all levels and skill sets!

You'll work in some of New Hampshire’s most iconic locations while helping our guests build memories that last a lifetime. Your work will contribute to what makes the granite state so great by helping to preserve and protect New Hampshire’s natural and cultural resources for generations to come! 

Benefits of working for New Hampshire State Parks:

Seasonal Employee benefits

 
  • Family Day Use Pass 
  • Camping Pass - 2 free nights 
  • Holiday Pay
  • 20% discount off in retail stores 
  • Training: customer service, equipment, driving, safety, CPR, and management 
  • Dental benefits (30+ hrs a week) 
    • One Person Plan $22.40 per pay period
    • Two Person Plan $42.85 per pay period
    • Family Plan $75.05 per pay period
  • Fun and friendly atmosphere, with a structured schedule. 
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Download State of NH Job Application

Preserve the past, protect the present, build the future. Make your mark on NH State Parks! Apply Now! 
After you complete your application, please email it to the address listed below at your preferred NH State Park.

Full-time Position

Director of the New Hampshire Division of Parks and Recreation

The New Hampshire Department of Natural and Cultural Resources (DNCR) seeks a State Parks and Recreation Division Director. This position serves as part of the DNCR Commissioner’s senior leadership team and must be an experienced, inspiring, and effective manager. Interested applicants please see: Job Description and Instructions 

Contact: Sarah Stewart, Commissioner, NH Department of Natural and Cultural Resources:
Sarah.L.Stewart@dncr.nh.gov603-892-5523
 

JOIN THE CREW! Seasonal Positions 2025

If you are interested in a seasonal position for 2025:

  • Download the application form
  • Search for positions by Region and Park below. 
  • Be sure to specify the position and Park or Historic site you are interested in on your application.
  • Send your completed application to the email listed for the Park.

See:  NH State Parks Region Map

Seacoast Region

Hampton Beach State Park

Hampton Beach State Park- Park Manager (Supervisor I) 1st Shift
Assist in the management and operation of a state park to ensure exceptional customer service is provided to park visitors. Starting pay $19.96.
May-October, 40hrs a week, weekends and holidays required.
Contact: Laura.J.Morrissey@dncr.nh.gov

Hampton Beach State Park – Main (Park Attendant I)
Currently looking for team member for team members & janitorial crew, starting pay for second shift $17.13.
Contact: Laura.J.Morrissey@dncr.nh.gov

Ocean Lifeguards for the 2025 Season  - 30 open positions
NH State Beach Patrol Ocean Lifeguards
Contact: Chief Patrick Murphy, patrick.p.murphy@dncr.nh.gov
What we do: NH State Beach Patrol

Seacoast Vehicle and Equipment Mechanic (Park Attendant III)
Currently looking for team member for basic maintenance of trucks, UTV’s and small engines at multiple Seacoast State Park locations. Starting pay $17.46
Contact: Laura.J.Morrissey@dncr.nh.gov

Hampton Beach State Park- South (Park Attendant I)
Currently looking for team member for team members for visitor service, ground & janitorial crew Starting pay $14.50.
Contact: Laura.J.Morrissey@dncr.nh.gov
 
 

Wallis Sands State Park


Wallis Sands State Park (Park Attendant I)
Currently looking for team member for team members for visitor service, ground & janitorial crew Starting pay $14.50.
Contact: Laura.J.Morrissey@dncr.nh.gov
 
Seacoast Vehicle and Equipment Mechanic (Park Attendant III)
Currently looking for team member for basic maintenance of trucks, UTV’s and small engines at multiple Seacoast State Park locations. Starting pay $17.46
Contact: Laura.J.Morrissey@dncr.nh.gov
 
 

Odiorne Point State Park

Odiorne Point State Park (Park Attendant I)
Currently looking for team member for team members for visitor service, ground & janitorial crew Starting pay $14.79.
Contact: Laura.J.Morrissey@dncr.nh.gov

See job descriptions & pay rates.
Download the application form

Great North Woods Region

Lake Francis State Park

Park Attendant I, Lake Francis State Park, 439 River Road, Pittsburg, NH 03592
Campground office/ground crew- Clean campsites, bathrooms, trails, and can expect to perform basic maintenance such as painting, table repairs and basic landscaping. Full-time and part-time available. April -November, holidays and weekends required. Starting pay rate: $14.40 hr.
Contact Dianne Matott - Phone: 603.688.5798 email: dianne.c.matott@dncr.nh.gov  

See job descriptions & pay rates.

Mollidgewock State Park

Parl Attendant I, (2 part-time positions)
Campground office/ground crew- Clean campsites, bathrooms, trails, and can expect to perform basic maintenance such as painting, table repairs and basic landscaping.
Postion one: Friday, Saturday and Sunday - 23 hours total
Position two: Saturday and Sunday _ 16 hours total.
Starting pay rate: $14.40 hr.
Contact Brian Parise - Phone: 603.466.2214 email: brian.t.parise@dncr.nh.gov  

See job descriptions & pay rates.
Download the application form and submit to: 

Monadnock Region

Greenfield State Park

Hiring parks grounds crew, park patrol. See job descriptions & pay rates.

To apply and for more information: greenfieldsp@dncr.nh.gov

Monadnock State Park

Hiring parks attendants (PA I). See job descriptions & pay rates.

To apply and for more information:monadnocksp@dncr.nh.gov

White Mountain Region

Crawford Notch State Park


Hiring: Store attendants, campground office attendants, park grounds crew, & park patrol. See job descriptions & pay rates. 

Download the application form and submit to: centralregionparks@dncr.nh.gov

Franconia Notch State Park


To apply: Download, complete and send application form to:
David Webster, david.m.webster@dncr.nh.gov or call 603-823-8800 EXT 721, for more information.

Hiring:

Park Attendant I (Custodial and Grounds)
Franconia Notch State Park is seeking dedicated and reliable custodial staff to help maintain the cleanliness and sanitation of park facilities, including the Cannon Mountain Aerial Tram. This role is essential in ensuring a safe and enjoyable experience for visitors by keeping public spaces clean and well-maintained. 40 hrs/ week, May through October. Starting Pay at $14.40.

Park Attendant I (Echo Lake Beach Retail Clerk/ Dock Attendant)
Echo Lake Retail Clerks and Dock Attendants work at the beach retail shop and ticket booth. You will cash out guests, help maintain the cleanliness of the retail shop, beach and boats. You will assist guest loading and unloading boats at the dock. 40 hrs/ week, May through October. Starting Pay at $14.40.

Park Attendant II (Retail Clerk)
Operate register and assist with restocking inventory in all locations at Franconia Notch State Park. Works in both the Flume Gorge Retail Shop and Tramway Retail Shop as assigned. Experience using a POS system is preferred. Arranges and stocks shelves during slow periods. Able to demonstrate basic food preparation and ice cream scooping. Assists manager with inventory when requested. 40 hrs/ week, May through October. Starting Pay at $15.93.

Park Attendant I (Lafayette Campground Grounds Person)
Maintain campsites and campground facilities, ensuring cleanliness and safety for all visitors. Assist with retail deliveries to campsites and support general maintenance tasks throughout the grounds. Position involves working outdoors in various weather conditions and navigating uneven terrain. 40 hrs/ week, May through October. Starting Pay at $14.40.
 

Mt. Washington State Park

Visitor Services - (PARK ATTENDANT I)
Brief description of duties the position includes:
Located at the summit of Mount Washington. Engage with the public at our information desk, inform and provide guidance to visitors about the mountain, advising hikers as needed, assisting with daily cleaning of the public areas and bathrooms, and assist in other areas of the Park when available. Assisting with First Aid and search and rescue is not a requirement, but is welcomed. Overnight accommodations on the summit might be available during your shift.
Brief description of hours: Full-time and part-time available. May – October, holidays and weekends may be required.
Starting pay rate: $14.40 hr.
To apply send application to: Patrick.F.Hummel@dncr.nh.gov
 

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