Volunteer
Job Description
FROM: https://www.volunteer.gov/s/volunteer-opportunity/a093d0000011JLLAA2/paulina-visitor-center-rv-host-newberry-national-volcanic-monument
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ADDRESS: Deschutes National Forest
63095 Deschutes Market Road
Bend, Oregon 97701
DEPT: Forest Service
DATES: 7/27/2024 – 10/15/2024
DESCRIPTION:
Newberry National Volcanic Monument:
RV Hosts at Paulina Visitor Center
Location: Newberry Caldera, Deschutes National Forest, La Pine/Bend, OR
Newberry National Volcanic Monument is seeking residential volunteers to serve as hosts at the Paulina Visitor Center in the Newberry Caldera.
$30 per day work per host set(couple or single) per-diem compensation is offered.
DUTIES
The primary duties of the uniformed host position include, but are not limited to:
Welcoming and orienting Monument visitors
Providing information on Monument sites and assisting with trip planning
Selling recreation passes and merchandise at the Paulina Visitor Center bookstore
Welcoming visitors and selling recreation passes the Welcome Station
Opportunities for interpretation: guided hikes, Junior Ranger activities, trail roving
Special interpretive projects according to skills and interests
Willingness to assist with light-duty cleaning and maintenance
Operates radio to communicate rangers and other staff
SCHEDULE
Volunteers are asked to work 8-hour shifts, 4 days per week. Most scheduled hours will be during daylight hours, typically between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m.
QUALIFICATIONS
Cash handling and record keeping experience is helpful
Strong customer service skills and enthusiasm for serving the public
Effective communication with diverse audiences
A friendly and helpful attitude, and patience to deal with repetitive questions and tasks
Interest in learning about the volcanic and cultural history of the area
Must be able to perform required duties with minimal supervision after training and orientation
Moderate fitness level and ability to hike up to 3 miles is desired
SKILLS
Visitor Information
Working with People
BACKGROUND/REFERENCE CHECK REQUIRED
Yes