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03/13/2025
DEEP Bureau of Outdoor Recreation to Host Seasonal Job Fair March 16th
Exciting State Parks and Boating Summer Jobs to be Showcased at This Special Event
(HARTFORD)--The Connecticut Department of Energy & Environmental Protection (DEEP) is holding an event to promote a number of exciting seasonal positions offered within the agency. On March 16, DEEP will host a recruitment job fair at DEEP’s Western District Headquarters in Black Rock State Park, Watertown. DEEP’s seasonal jobs are great way to work outside this summer, with hourly rates ranging from $16.35 to $20 per hour. Seasonal positions are also an excellent first step for students or young professionals to kickstart a career in the environmental field.
The job fair is open to the public and will go from 11:00 a.m. until 3:00 p.m. on March 16, 2025. DEEP staff members from the Parks and Boating Divisions will be on-hand to showcase various outdoor recreation seasonal positions in the lobby of the building. Potential applicants will get to hear first-hand about the different opportunities and responsibilities each position offers from the hiring managers. The agency encourages candidates to apply early as DEEP will be seeking to fill many of the seasonal staff positions during the spring months. All are welcome to attend as DEEP continues to work towards diversifying its workforce and attracting seasonal staff who are representative of the state’s population.
"Seasonal jobs with our State Parks and Boating Divisions offer a unique opportunity to work in some of the most scenic and recreationally diverse environments, making them a top choice for those seeking rewarding outdoor work," says Katie Dykes, DEEP Commissioner.
Divisions within DEEP Participating in the Job Fair
- Boating Division: Positions promoted include statewide boating education assistants, pumpout boat operators for Candlewood Lake, boat launch maintainers, and more.
- Parks Division: Positions promoted range from ticket booth attendants, maintainers, crew leaders, campground office staff, campground supervisors, interpretive guides, park rangers, and more.
To apply or get more information about seasonal positions available at DEEP, please visit the seasonal employment webpage. Seasonal staff are vital to DEEP’s operations and this job fair is intended to inspire new applicants to come work for DEEP.
DEEP’s Western District Headquarters is located in Black Rock State Park, 2065 Thomaston Road Watertown, CT 06795.
DEEP is an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity employer.
Established in 1913, the mission of the Connecticut State Park System is to provide natural resource-based public recreational and educational opportunities through a system of state park and forest recreation areas, environmental centers, and nature centers that provide an understanding of, access to, and enjoyment of, the state’s historic, cultural and natural resources. Connecticut has 117 state boat launches, 110 state parks and 32 state forests attracting around 17 million visitors each year, generating over $1 billion in economic activity for the state and supporting 9,000 private sector jobs. Those driving Connecticut registered motor vehicles are provided free entrance to the parks thanks to the Passport to the Parks program. For more information on Connecticut State Parks visit: Connecticut State Parks and Forests (ctparks.com).
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