Volunteer
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Job Description
FROM: https://www.volunteer.gov/s/volunteer-opportunity/a09SJ00000GMYQ1
ADDRESS: 2 Officers Row Yellowstone National Park, Wyoming, 82190
DATES: 8/25/2025 – 10/12/2025
DEPT: National Park Service
JOB DESCRIPTION:
This National Park Service Volunteer-In-Parks position functions within the Visitor and Resource Protection Division of Yellowstone National Park. The applicants selected for this volunteer position will be full time, (32 hour/week) uniformed members of the workforce.
As members of the workforce, volunteers are expected to be active participants in our safety program and to practice safe work behaviors. Additionally, the volunteer is expected to contribute to a positive workplace culture where respect and professionalism are a priority and negative behaviors such as harassment and bullying are not tolerated.
Area Description:
Lewis Lake is located in the southern part of Yellowstone National Park at an elevation of approximately 7800ft. Lewis Lake campground is one of the more remote front country campgrounds in Yellowstone and is a very popular option for fishing and kayaking enthusiasts. With direct access to the on-site boat launch, this is the main access point for those interested in fishing/paddling Shoshone Lake via the Lewis Lake channel. The nearest cell service can be found in Grant Village which is an approximate 15-minute drive north from the campground. Grant Village also has limited services including a small general store, gas station, post office, and a marina.
Campground Description:
Lewis Lake is an 84 site, reservation campground. The incumbent is responsible for their own accommodations while living at the campground during their term. The camp host sites at Lewis Lake can accommodate up to 30ft RV/Trailer. Generator use is not permitted at Lewis Lake campground due its remote character, however solar panels will be provided for battery replenishment and propane is provided by the park. Water is available within the campground for filling water tanks and each host site is equipped with a sewage tank which is pumped out periodically by park employees. There are no public showers or laundry on site, however these facilities are available nearby at Grant Village or potentially at the South Entrance employee facility.
Position Description:
These positions require a minimum of 32-hours per week and at least a 6-week commitment. We are looking to fill volunteer positions starting from approximately the middle of August through mid October.
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