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Mobile Visitor Center Volunteer

  • Full Time
  • Luray, VA
  • 0* USD / Year
  • Applications have closed

National Park Service / Shenandoah National Park

Job category:
Volunteer
Compensation: RV Site Only
Hookups: Full (FHU)
Wi-Fi: Unknown
Pets OK?: Unknown

Job Description

FROM: https://www.volunteer.gov/s/volunteer-opportunity/a093d000000kefIAAQ/mobile-visitor-center-volunteer

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ADDRESS: Shenandoah National Park – Luray, Virginia 22835

DEPT: National Park Service

DATES: 5/17/2023 – 10/31/2023

DESCRIPTION:

 

Mobile Visitor Center volunteers provide visitors with basic information about Shenandoah National Park including trip planning and safety information utilizing a resigned van which is stationed at various location in the southern district of the park.
The mobile visitor center allows volunteers to travel to different locations throughout the Park, usually in the South District, in order to answer questions and showcase various exhibits. Mobile Visitor Center volunteers provide basic orientation, trip planning information and informal interpretation to visitors of Shenandoah National Park. Volunteers will also assist visitors with planning backcountry trips, and issuing Junior Ranger badges. This volunteer opportunity is ideal for people who enjoy engaging people from diverse backgrounds, have strong communication and customer service skills and enjoys sharing their knowledge about the park resources with others.

 

RV Trailer pads with full hook-up may be available for volunteers committing to 32 hours/week for multiple months.

 

DUTIES

Description of Duties:

  • Staff visitor center(s) providing orientation, information and informal interpretation to visitors on park resources, safety, etc
  • Assists with basic visitor center operations such as issuing backcountry permits, providing day hiking information, interacting with Junior Rangers
  • May assist with set-up and takedown of the mobile visitor centers following established guidelines
  • Position wears a VIP uniform

 

QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge/Skills/Experience Desired:

  • Customer service experience and skills
  • Ability to learn, understand and communicate topics and information to visitors
  • Outgoing, people-oriented and positive attitude
  • Ability to climb a ladder, lift 30 lbs. and maneuver in small spaces.

 

Special Requirements:

  • Ability to stand for long periods and answer repetitive questions with patience and a positive attitude
  • Knowledge of park facilities, trails, resources and safety-related issues
  • Effective communication skills

 

SKILLS
  • Conservation Education
  • Drivers License
  • First Aid Certificate
  • Public Speaking
  • Visitor Information

 

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Shenandoah National Park extends along the Blue Ridge Mountains in the state of Virginia. The Skyline Drive runs its length, and a vast network of trails includes a section of the long-distance Appalachian Trail. Mostly forested, the park features wetlands, waterfalls and rocky peaks like Hawksbill and Old Rag mountains. Shenandoah is home to many bird species, plus deer, squirrels and the elusive black bear.

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