Seasonal Positions

Environmental Science

Land Steward

Greensworkers - $15.50/Hour

Seasonal positions working with full-time maintenance staff on golf courses:  Neshanic Valley in Branchburg, Green Knoll in Bridgewater, Warrenbrook in Warren, Spooky Brook and Quail Brook in Somerset.

Duties include:  Operating necessary equipment to maintain greens, tees, fairways, rough and other non-play areas, operating grass trimmer in any areas non-accessible to mowers, rake and maintain bunkers, trimming grass around irrigation heads and yardage markers, filling divots on designated areas of the golf course, check or change hole locations and tee markers and empty garbage, apply water to seeded/sodded areas on golf course.

Qualifications: Experience with hand tools and golf maintenance or landscaping equipment a plus. Applicant must be able to lift up to 50 pounds, must be able to take written and verbal direction from supervisory staff. Work week is any combination of days Monday through Friday, plus weekends and holidays if required. Applicant must possess a valid driver’s license. 20-40 hour work week

Gardeners - $15.50/Hour

Performs various horticultural tasks, including planting, pruning, fertilizing, edging, mulching, weeding, mowing and other garden tasks. Operates department equipment, including vehicles, mowers, power blowers, cord trimmers, leaf shredders, and other equipment. Carries out turf installation, renovation and maintenance, waters ornamental plantings, nursery and greenhouse plants. Knowledge of horticultural practices is desired. Position is 40 hours per week for approximately eight weeks. 

Golf Operations Positions - $15.25/Hour

  • Driving Range Attendant
  • Golf Shop Attendant
  • Golf Starter
  • Golf Ranger
  • Junior Golf Assistant

Lifeguards - $20.00/Hour

The Somerset County Park Commission is accepting applications for lifeguards at the Warrenbrook Pool for the summer season.  Applicant must have Lifeguard Certification and be CPR/AED Certified.

Maintenance Workers - $15.50/Hour

Seasonal position working with full-time maintenance staff in parks.   Duties include mowing, turf maintenance, trash removal and facility maintenance.   In addition, Mountain View Park in Hillsborough and the Torpey Athletic Field Complex located in Bridgewater are seeking seasonal maintenance staff to assist in day to day field maintenance.

Seasonal Maintenance

Park Rangers - $16.00/Hour

Provides visitor assistance in county parks.  Must be able to work weekends/holidays/day and evening shifts and work outside in extreme weather conditions.  Must have a valid driver’s license.   Rangers conduct foot and bike patrols in general use parks and natural areas.  Seasonal Rangers perform some maintenance including trail work.  Uniforms provided. 30-hour work week (Three 10-hr days). 

Seasonal Ranger

Seasonal Land Steward - $16.00/Hour

Working under the direction and guidance of the Property Manager, assist with various land stewardship related tasks such as invasive plant species removal, native plantings, and ecological initiatives at Lord Stirling Park. Assist with various tasks as needed including trail repairs and enhancement, habitat restoration, and plant propagation.  

Seasonal Land Steward - Property Manager

Recreation Positions - $15.50/Hour

  • Pool Office Assistant
  • Tennis Facility Attendant
  • Mini Golf/Paddle Boat/Spray Park Facility Attendant
  • Pool Concession Attendant