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Job Description
FROM: https://www.volunteer.gov/s/volunteer-opportunity/a09SJ00000JIo3R
ADDRESS: 5901 Virgelle Ferry Road Loma, Montana, 59460
DATES: 5/1/2026 – 9/30/2026
DEPT: Bureau of Land Management
JOB DESCRIPTION:
Upper Missouri River Breaks National Monument:
The Upper Missouri River Breaks National Monument offers a chance to explore a remote and scenic part of Montana shaped by the Missouri River. Visitors can paddle along the Upper Missouri National Wild and Scenic River, hike to overlooks, observe wildlife, or visit historic sites that tell the story of the region. Managed by the Bureau of Land Management, the monument is open throughout the year and provides opportunities for outdoor recreation, quiet exploration, and a deeper connection to the natural and cultural history of the Missouri River Breaks.
Position Overview:
The campground host is primarily responsible for ensuring fees are paid for multi-day river trips and campground services, as well as monitoring the drinking water system. Hosts can also expect to disseminate information regarding paddling the river, explaining rules and regulations, ensuring visitors have all required equipment, posting weather forecasts and river flows, etc.
Duties:
Hosting duties include but are not limited to:
-Daily campground fee compliance, campsite maintenance duties
-Monitoring facilities and campground for visitor security and potential safety hazards
-Reporting to staff when repairs are needed or when incidents occur
-Daily interactions with visitors, including answering questions regarding area recreational opportunities, and informing visitors of rules and regulations within the campground
Maintenance duties include routine bathroom cleaning, campsite cleanup (trash pick-up, fire ring cleaning), grass mowing and other basic maintenance tasks. All tools needed are provided by the BLM.
Location Info:
This position is relatively remote, located 20 minutes from Big Sandy (gas, grocery), 40 minutes to Fort Benton (gas, grocery, laundry, hospital) and 80 minutes away from Great Falls (hospital, restaurants, airport). This is the primary boat or paddle launch location for visitors to experience the “White Cliffs” section of the Upper Missouri River.
Schedule:
-4 Days On, 3 Days Off
Volunteer Campsite Amenities:
-Campground Hosts must provide their own trailer or RV for housing.
-Electric Hookups Provided
-Potable Water
-Septic Dump
-Wifi Available within Contact Station
-Limited to No Cell Phone Service
The BLM will reimburse each volunteer $38 for each full day duty shift worked.
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