Job Description
DATES: 5/9/2021 – 9/18/2021
Cimarron campground host in Curecanti National Recreation Area
The campground host is stationed at the Cimarron campground in Curecanti National Recreation Area between Montrose and Gunnison, Colorado. Hosts work 32 hours per week and are managed by the National Park Service. The hours may be divided between a couple. Uniform shirts are provided and required. Shorter length seasons will be considered. Hosts are front-line National Park Service ambassadors who provide a welcoming environment to visitors.
Cimarron Campground is located on US Highway 50, 20 miles east of Montrose, CO. Cimarron is home to a historic train exhibit, the Morrow Point Dam, and Crystal Reservoir. There are 21 campsites, a covered picnic shelter, and a restroom building. The campground is located at the base of the impressive Black Canyon with soaring cliffs. Montrose is the closest town for shopping, restaurants, and other amenities. Host site amenities include 30A electric, water, sewer, and a landline phone. Cell phone reception is limited.
- Provide a welcoming environment to campground visitors.
- Provide accurate and concise information in a professional manner.
- Assist visitors who stop by the host campsite.
- Tour the campground twice a day to answer questions, check fee compliance, and educate visitors on park resources and regulations.
- Operate a golf-cart and use handheld radios.
- Assist park staff with management of the campground.
- Inform visitors of park regulations in a friendly manner.
- Assess situations and report emergencies or violations.
- Assist visitors with paying fees at self-registration stations, but do not collect fees.
- Notify park staff of maintenance needs. Hosts are not expected to perform maintenance except to empty fire pits of ash and trash.
- Self-motivated, self-starter, and independent.
- Professional, friendly and eager to provide good customer service.
- Enjoys exploring and learning about the region.
- General Assistance
- Visitor Information
- Working with People
Benefits:
- Hosts supervised by the National Park Service
- Free RV site including electric, water and sewage.
- Park orientation and interpretive training.
- Meet new people and explore the western slope of the Rocky Mountains.