Raleigh County Parks Offering Summer Jobs

80 seasonal positions available at Lake Stephens and Fitzpatrick Park

Published on Feb. 28, 2026

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The Raleigh County Parks and Recreation Authority is accepting applications for 80 seasonal positions at Lake Stephens and Fitzpatrick Park for the 2026 summer season. The jobs cover a variety of roles including lifeguards, groundskeepers, and beach attendants.

Why it matters

Seasonal jobs at local parks and recreation areas provide important employment opportunities for residents, especially students and young adults, during the summer months when school is out.

The details

The Raleigh County Parks and Recreation Authority is looking to fill 80 seasonal positions at Lake Stephens and Fitzpatrick Park for the 2026 summer season. The jobs cover a range of roles including lifeguards, groundskeepers, and beach attendants. Applicants will need to meet the specific certification and qualification requirements for each position.

  • The Raleigh County Parks and Recreation Authority is accepting applications for the 2026 summer season.

The players

Raleigh County Parks and Recreation Authority

The local government agency responsible for managing and operating public parks, recreation facilities, and outdoor spaces in Raleigh County, West Virginia.

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What they’re saying

“We hire for these positions every summer just depends on how many returning employees we have how many positions we have in each of those categories but this's something we do every year. Every position is a different one depending on what certifications and requirements are needed for example lifeguards require lifeguard certifications which we will help them get but that does pay a little bit more than other ones.”

— Williams (wvnstv.com)

The takeaway

The Raleigh County Parks and Recreation Authority's annual summer hiring efforts provide valuable seasonal employment opportunities for local residents, helping to support the community's recreational and tourism activities during the busy summer months.