Table Rock Lake-Visitor Center Host/Dewey Short Visitor Center 2020

CAMPGROUND: Table Rock Lake

DEPT: U.S. Army Corps of Engineers

AVAILABILITY: 3/1/2020–5/31/2020

RV INFORMATION: Six (6) 30/50 amp full hookup RV sites. Preference for RV sites will be given to sites being occupied by two people due to staffing requirements. Size requirements of RVs also considered.

DESCRIPTION

Volunteer Activities• Office/Clerical • Other • Tour Guide/Interpretation • Visitor Information • General Assistance DescriptionVisitor Center Host/Dewey Short Visitor Center 2020: JOB DESCRIPTION/DUTIES: Provide high quality interpretive services to enhance visitor experiences in the busy visitor center. Staff the visitor center front desk, greet visitors, answer visitor questions, explain Corps Missions of Flood Risk Management, Hydropower, Environmental Stewardship and Recreation, inventory lost/found items, handle cash, perform minor janitorial services, provide excellent customer service, educate visitors about park rules, maintain brochures, rove, and promote water safety. Work long hours while being on your feet, walk up to a half mile, lift up to 25 lbs. LOCATION: Located within the Ozark Mountains in beautiful Southwest Missouri, Table Rock Dam was built in the 1950s for flood risk management and to provide hydroelectric power.  The surrounding area is a recreation paradise for fishing, hunting, hiking, caving or just plain being out in nature.  Branson, MO is situated within a day’s drive of 50% of the U.S. population, and receives up to 65,000 visitors daily.  Known as the “Live Entertainment Capitol of the World” with over 30 live shows daily.  A local amusement park, Silver Dollar City, is sure to fulfill your need for a thrill ride and more live entertainment. The Dewey Short Visitor Center is one of eleven “Type A” visitor centers for the Corps and receives an average of 150,000 visitors annual from around the world. Summers can be hot and humid at times and winters are mild but can occasionally experience below freezing temperatures and inclement weather. MISSION STATEMENT: The mission of the Dewey Short Visitor Center is to tell the Corps’ story, to provoke learning, help visitors relate to the site and reveal messages about the Corps in the region. QUALIFICATIONS/DESIRED SKILLS: Cognitive, verbal and auditory ability to answer questions and communicate with various constituents who call or stop into the visitor center, desire to meet and interact with persons from varied backgrounds and life styles, able to commit to a minimum of 2 to 5 months, experience/skills in interpretation/education, janitorial services, accountable for handling cash and accurately completing cash reconciliation forms, ability to pass a criminal background check, and visitor center experience. SCHEDULE FOR VOLUNTEERS CAMPING ON SITE: 1.  Positions available Spring, Summer and Fall months.  Winter maintenance and office assistant positions may be available as needed. 2.  Positions needed during visitor center operation, February 15 through December 15. 3.  Two (2) 8 hour days on, four (4) days off, Six (6) per day week rotating work schedule. Hours are 9:15 AM to 5:15 PM, more hours may be requested. 4.  Facilities are open seven (7) Days A Week. Work schedule will include weekends and holidays. 5.  Six (6) 30/50 amp full hookup RV sites.  Preference for RV sites will be given to sites being occupied by two people due to staffing requirements. Size requirements of RVs also considered. COMMUTER VOLUNTEERS: Local commuting volunteers are desired all year.  Individual work schedules will be determined by the volunteer coordinator. HOW TO APPLY: Apply online at  www.volunteer.gov. Volunteer Coordinator will be notified of application by the Volunteer Clearinghouse. Applications will be collected through September 15 for the following year and extended as needed. Positions will be selected by the end of October. Interviews, reference and background checks will be conducted. Resumes and other information can be mailed directly to the Volunteer Coordinator – To:  USACE Table Rock Lake, Attn. Emily T. Deckard, 4600 State Highway 165, Branson, MO 65616-8980. Phone: (501) 340-1943 Little Rock District website: https://www.swl.usace.army.mil Or contact the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Volunteer Clearinghouse www.corpslakes.us/volunteer  1-800-VOL-TEER (865-8337)   HOUSING & AMENITIESType: Trailer/RV PadsDescription: Six (6) 30/50 amp full hookup RV sites. Preference for RV sites will be given to sites being occupied by two people due to staffing requirements. Size requirements of RVs also considered.