Volunteer
Job Description
FROM: https://www.volunteer.gov/s/volunteer-opportunity/a093d000000jc3fAAA/campground-host-north-campground-2023
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ADDRESS: Bryce Canyon National Park; Highway 63; Bryce, Utah 84764
DEPT: National Park Service
DATES: 4/1/2023 – 11/1/2023
DESCRIPTION:
Bryce Canyon National Park is seeking volunteer Campground Hosts for North Campground for the 2022 summer season! Camp Host positions are expected to last 2-3 months. nn*Note: There is a separate announcement for Bryce Canyon Sunset Campground hosting opportunities.
By becoming a campground host at Bryce Canyon National Park, you’ll have the opportunity to live in a place that some only dream of visiting. Bryce Canyon is best known for a vibrant abundance of Hoodoos (spire like rock formations)! Situated at 8,000 ft the park lends itself to a diversity of wildlife and plant life, fantastic dark skies, and geologic wonders that defy description.
Staff and visitors alike are regularly taken aback by the astounding landscape of Bryce Canyon. Bryce Canyon is not a single canyon, but a series of natural amphitheaters, carved out of the high plateau.
While Bryce Canyon is an unparalleled place to live and work, it does have its own set of challenges. We welcome over two million visitors annually. This visitation is concentrated to hiking adventures and viewpoints largely located along the 18-mile scenic drive and getting a coveted spot in one of our campgrounds can get pretty tricky in the height of summer visitation. Patience, and empathy for guests are key to a successful operations here at Bryce.
Campground Operations
North Campground is the only reservation-based campground in Bryce Canyon National Park, administered through recreation.gov.
The campground is located across the road to the east of the Visitor Center and is comprised of 99 sites in four loops. Loops A and B are designated for RV campers. Loops C and D are for tent campers.
There are no sewer, water, or electrical hook-ups available for visitors. A dump station is available at the south end of the campground. Potable water is available near the dump station.
North Campground is close to the Visitor Center, General Store (showers), and the Bryce Amphitheater trail network.
DUTIES
A Day in the Life of Sunset Campground Host:
Help visitors locate their campsites
Provide information and orientation on campground, park, and shuttle
Restock maps, campsite pay envelopes
Educate campers on campground regulations
Report maintenance issues
Roving campground throughout the day
Using recreation.gov to update tags and site assignments
Live their best life in wonderland
QUALIFICATIONS
Applicants should be able to do the following:
Operate a government vehicle safely
Practice and provide exemplary customer service
Communicate with visitors
Work with Staff and other campground hosts
Respond with patience, tact, and empathy
Other Favorable Qualifications:
Costumer service experience
Experience with campground operations and RV lifestyles
Familiarity with online reservation such as recreation.gov or similar
Proficiency in navigating reservation systems via phone or table
SKILLS
Backpacking/Camping
Drivers License
General Assistance
Map Reading
Visitor Information
Working with People
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Weather and Climate
In summer the days tend to be pleasant, with daytime highs in June typically in the high 60’s to low 70’s (F), high 70’s to low 80’s in July and August, while September is similar to June. The rainy season occurs in July and August with frequent, usually brief, afternoon thunderstorms which produce heavy rain and frequent lightning. Snowstorms in April and October aren’t uncommon and may produce heavy snowfall.
Bryce Canyon National Park elevations reach 9,100 feet (2778 meters). People with heart or respiratory concerns should be especially careful not to overexert themselves.
JOB HAZARDS
Slip, trip, and fall hazards
lightning, summer monsoon events, high elevation, sun exposure, freezing temperatures
BACKGROUND/REFERENCE CHECK REQUIRED
Yes