Volunteer
Summer
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Job Description
FROM: https://www.volunteer.gov/s/volunteer-opportunity/a09SJ000001oka9
ADDRESS: 63095 Deschutes Market Road Bend, Oregon, 97701
DATES: 4/18/2026 – 9/27/2026
DEPT: Forest Service
JOB DESCRIPTION:
Newberry National Volcanic Monument
RV Hosts at Lava Lands Visitor Center/Lava River Cave
Location: Lava Lands Visitor Center, Deschutes National Forest, Sunriver/Bend, OR
***We provide RV pad with full hookups, but you must provide trailer or motorhome***
The U.S. Forest Service seeks a couple or individual to assist with visitor services at Newberry National Volcanic Monument’s Lava Lands Visitor Center & Lava River Cave. Lava Lands Visitor Center is the information hub of Newberry National Volcanic Monument within the Deschutes National Forest. It is located 8 miles South of Bend, OR. Lava River Cave, a popular show cave, is just 1.5 miles down the road. Visitors can explore many volcanic features on the Monument and also enjoy a variety of recreational opportunities including hiking, biking, horseback riding, boating, fishing and camping.
Job Duties: The primary duties of the uniformed host position include, but are not limited to:
Welcoming and orienting Monument visitors
Providing in-depth information on Monument sites
Lava River Cave reservation check-in using a tablet
Occasional cave sweeps at the end of the day (2+ miles)
Hosts need to provide their own transportation to and from Lava River Cave
Collaborating with non-profit partner staff at Lava River Cave—managing flashlight rentals
Willingness to assist with light maintenance
Staffing a welcome station (fee booth) and occasionally selling merchandise
Moderate fitness level and ability to hike up to 3 miles is desired
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
Strong visitor service skills and enthusiasm for serving the public
Effective communication with diverse audiences
A friendly and helpful attitude
Patience 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
Moderate fitness level and ability to hike up to 3 miles is desired
Cash handling and record keeping experience is helpful
If accepted, you will be assigned a Forest Service lead who will check you in and out of your quarters, check out a uniform, create your schedule, and be your day to day supervisor for the season.
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