Jobs at James River State Park
104 Green Hill Dr.
Gladstone, VA 24553
Phone: 434-933-4355
Email: JamesRiver@dcr.virginia.gov
Current job openings
Seasonal and part-time positions
Our seasonal jobs are a great place to start if you're interested in a career in the parks. Maintenance jobs, customer service positions, and lifeguard positions are just a few examples of these jobs. In each case, you will get a taste of what a state park is like to work in.
- Contact Ranger - Open Until Filled
- Housekeeping Ranger - Open Until Filled
- Interpretive River Guide - Open Until Filled
- Maintenance Ranger - Open Until Filled
Full time positions
About James River State Park
Nestled in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, the park features rolling grasslands, quiet forests and beautiful views, as well as 3 miles of shoreline along the James River.
Visitors can hike, bike, canoe, kayak, fish or tent camp on the banks of the historic river or at Branch Pond. Facilities include cabins, a visitor center, a gift shop, a natural playground, picnic shelters, multi-use trails, boat launches, water/electric campgrounds and equestrian camping. The park also has a universally accessible fishing pier and a .25-mile-long wheelchair-accessible trail around Green Hill Pond.
The park is also great for viewing the annual James River Batteau Festival. A replica of one of the unusual vessels is displayed at the visitor center.
James River received the International Dark Sky Park designation in 2019 and is ideal for stargazing. Park staff conducts associated interpretive programs throughout the year. Contact the park for more information on star-watching opportunities.
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