Job Description
Own an RV? Want to live in a National Park where you will frequently see deer, bison, and other wildlife? Does assisting visitors during their visit appeal to you? If you answered yes to these three questions, then we may have the perfect volunteer position for you. Apply to be a campground host at Theodore Roosevelt National Park.
Theodore Roosevelt National Park protects 70,000+ acres between the three units of the park with 700,000+ visitors annually.
This opportunity will be located in Juniper Campground at the North Unit of the park near Watford City, ND. Juniper Campground has 50 sites for tent and RV campers. Bison and deer are known to frequent Juniper Campground while moose and bighorn sheep are also known to be in the North Unit. Cell phone signal is extremely limited in the campground but can be found a short distance away.
Volunteer for the entire summer or for a minimum of two weeks.
DUTIES:
The Campground Host’s main role is to act as an ambassador for the park by being friendly, courteous and helpful to visitors. Specific duties may include any or all of the following:
- Assist with registering campers and provide information on campground rules
- Performing compliance checks for payment or site assignments
- Identify issues that need to be addressed; contact park officials to answer unique/difficult questions and to address issues
- Gathering statistical data on campground usage
- Roving the campground for minor rules infractions, educating visitors on regulations
- Providing information on recreational opportunities to the public
- Performing minor campground maintenance projects
- Assisting campground staff as needed
- Informing entrance station and contact station when campground is full or close to full
- Opening or closing campground facilities as needed
- Operating government vehicles including GEM cart
- Utilizing portable park radio communications
Various other duties may be performed in the campground based on interest and skills. Camp hosts are normally are on their feet for most of the work day, which includes walking, standing, and minor physical labor. They also must be prepared to work in a variety of weather conditions.
KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS DESIRED:
- Be friendly, polite, respectful, and enjoy working with people.
- Be able to work independently and as a member of team.
- Be able to communicate effectively with new people and other team members.
- Be reliable, punctual, and represent the National Park Service in a professional manner
- Be adaptable to new situations and changing circumstances.
REQUIREMENTS:
- Must be willing to learn about operations and general information on Theodore Roosevelt National Park in order to provide accurate information to visitors.
- Wear volunteer shirt and name badge (provided)
- Wear Khaki (or brown) shorts or pants (you provide)
- Wear sturdy shoes (hiking boots preferred)
- Sign a volunteer agreement form.
- Valid state driver’s license required
- Friendly attitude and demeanor