Volunteer
Job Description
LOCATION: Golden State Heritage Site
DATES: January 1, 2021 – March 31, 2021
DESCRIPTION: Golden Townsite State Heritage Site is a 5.43 acre Day Use Park located about 10 miles south of Glendale and 20 miles north of Grants Pass. This old ghost town has a rich history dating back to the gold rush era. The host site is located within the day-use park. The chosen candidate will work primarily with a Park Ranger located at Wolf Creek Inn 4 miles away. Hosts will be required to travel in a state provided truck to Wolf Creek Inn periodically to assist park staff there. The site is equipped with water, sewer, electricity (50amp) and a land line. Cell service may be spotty with AT&T having the best connection. Laundry and internet service is availabe for hosts at Wolf Creek Inn.; Maintenance Duties include: Litter picking day use area, mowing and weed-eating depending on time of year, maintaining trails, assisting with gardening and orchard care at the historic Wolf Creek Inn, and other general grounds keeping as needed.; Visitor Services Duties include: Answer questions and provide information to park visitors. Prepares park for wedding and group activities. Works with park staff to coordinate special events.; Equipment used within your comfort level: Electric and gas powered carts, pickup trucks with trailers, tractors, riding and push mowers, string trimmers, blowers, a variety of hand and power tools and 2-way radios.; If you are interested in this unique opportunity, or have any questions, please let me know!