Volunteer
Job Description
DATES: 9/8/2022 – 1/15/2023
September 2022 to January 2023: Friendly host pair/individual is needed to staff the Visitor Center/Devil’s Churn at the spectacular Cape Perpetua Scenic Area in the Siuslaw National Forest. We are seeking a host pair/individual to represent the U.S. Forest Service and connect the public to the unique natural and cultural wonders of the Scenic Area. This is a fun, rewarding job which allows creativity, flexibility and opportunities for personal growth.
Hosts are asked to work 4 days each week with sometimes variable hours (about 6 1/2 hours a day). The host’s main duty will be to staff the front desk of the Visitor Center or Devil’s Churn Info Booth.
Hosts will be selling Forest Service recreation passes and the daily operation of the Discover your Northwest gift shop including sales and operation of cash register and credit card machine and some light cleaning of the visitor center. We need people who enjoy providing excellent customer service and who enjoy learning about the natural and cultural features of this Forest.
Forest service uniforms or vests are required and provided by the Forest Service. Vests are green and should be worn over dark solid colored shirts. Brown shoes/boots are required with the uniform.
Visitor Center RV Site: We offer a level RV site at the Visitor Center. Full hook up ( 50/30/15) that includes electric, water wi-fi and propane reimbursement. There is currently a washer and dryer at the Visitor Center available.
Cape Perpetua Campground RV Site: Site is along side a quiet stream in an old growth. Hookups include water, sewer, 30 amp electrical. There is a washer/drier and wireless internet service.
Hosts are asked to work 4 days each week with sometimes variable hours. The host’s main duty will be to staff the front desk of the visitor center or Devil’s Churn.
Hosts will be selling Forest Service recreation passes and the daily operation of the Discover your Northwest gift shop including sales and operation of cash register and credit card machine and some light cleaning of the visitor center.
- Clerical/Office Machines
- First Aid Certificate
- Visitor Information
- Working with People
Cape Perpetua Scenic Area has 26 miles of hiking trails, magnificent old-growth coastal rainforest, wilderness areas, rocky shore tide-pools, beaches, and an off shore Marine Reserve. Nearby are the small coastal towns of Yachats and Waldport. Please visit the Cape Perpetua portion of the Siuslaw National Forest website for photos and information (http://www.fs.usda.gov/siuslaw) or go to “Siuslaw National Forest” on Facebook.
- General housekeeping
- Slip, trip, and fall hazards
- Yes