Maintenance
Job Description
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AREA: Southeast Region
This region generally includes the offices in Juneau AK, Haines AK, Ketchikan AK, and Sitka AK.
KamperJobs Note: The following listings are interpreted to be appropriate for RV’s, but that is based solely on the assumption that ‘electric hookup’ and other terms are referring to RV compatible hookups (as opposed to a regular electrical outlet, for example). If you find that this is incorrect, please let us know.
The following positions were open as of 11/18/20 according to the website. For full listings for this region/area, visit: http://dnr.alaska.gov/parks/vip/hstsouth.htm
Chilkoot Lake State Recreation Site
This 32-site campground, picnic and boat launch is in a forested river valley and overlooks both the Chilkoot River and Chilkoot Lake. Brown bears frequent this area to feed on the abundant salmon. There is excellent freshwater fishing and abundant wildlife viewing.
Host Duties: Welcome campers and day users to acquaint them with the park area and facility; informing visitors of the park regulations, policies, fee requirements, as well as local and statewide attractions; Inform visitors of the importance of keeping a clean camp to deter bear activity; deter vandalism/criminal mischief; contact the appropriate law enforcement or EMS agency for emergencies; and inform the area ranger of any problems. Assist the area park staff with the day-to-day operation and maintenance of the area facilities including traffic control, janitorial service of latrines, light repairs, painting, litter pickup, cleaning fire rings, with some documentation and office work.
Special Projects:Maintain area facilities, monitor commercial operations, assist as a bear safety monitor, and other duties as assigned.
Amenities: Subsistence payment. Host site with beautiful scenery, no hook-ups provided. Services located 10 miles away in Haines.
Season: 5/25 – 10/15 or longer, 8 weeks minimum, full season preferred.
Contact information can be found at: http://dnr.alaska.gov/parks/vip/hstsouth.htm
Totem Bight State Historical Park
Totem Bight is a day use park located 10 miles north of Ketchikan. It is the only park in the Alaska State system dedicated to the Southeast Alaskan native culture, displaying the art and architecture of the Tlingit and Haida. The park exhibits 14 totem poles and a clan house, hand-crafted 75+ years ago by Native carvers in the area. A short self-guided trail winds through the rainforest to the totem display which faces an ocean passage. Commercially guided tours from the cruise ships frequent the park. Must have own RV. Some travel assistance provided. Couples preferred.
Host Duties: Be available, on a part time basis, at the Visitor Information Center to meet and greet visitors arriving by personal vehicle or by city bus; provide park information and orientation. Provide assistance to visitors on other related recreational activities or services in the area as requested. Assist staff with garden, grounds maintenance and janitorial duties; open and close the historic clan house daily.
Special Projects: Assist staff with any special events.
Amenities: Subsistence payment which may include propane cost, use of office and phone, WiFi & electricity provided. Caretaker RV site is located next to the beach, facing the west with beautiful sunsets. 4 mile bike trail nearby. Services located in Ketchikan.
Season: 6 months, from 5/1 – 9/30. Full season preferred.
Contact information can be found at: http://dnr.alaska.gov/parks/vip/hstsouth.htm
Eagle Beach State Recreation Area
Eagle Beach is 27 miles north of Juneau along the Glacier Highway with views of Lynn Canal, the Chilkat Mountains, and the Juneau Mountains. This park unit has 16 campsites and 3 public use cabins with several walk-in camping sites. Large beach and river bars offer excellent birding and fishing. Eagles,whales, sea lions, and seals frequent the ocean nearby.
Special Projects: Visitor information, compiling visitor use statistics monitor public use cabin use. Inform public of park regulations.
Amenities: Subsistence payment, water, and propane provided. Full services available 17 miles away. Phone located at maintenance facility nearby.
Season: 12 – 16 weeks, 5/15 – 9/30
Contact information can be found at: http://dnr.alaska.gov/parks/vip/hstsouth.htm