Maintenance
Volunteer
Job Description
ADDRESS: Northwest Oregon District Office; 1717 Fabry Road Southeast; Salem, Oregon 97306
DEPT: Bureau of Land Management
DATES: 5/21/2021 – 10/31/2021
DESCRIPTION:
Camp Host wanted for BLM campground on the Siuslaw river in Lane county Oregon
Join the volunteer team for the Northwest Oregon District (Bureau of Land Management). Northwest Oregon District strives to find motivated individuals looking to provide better opportunities for the public. From the east to west the District stretches from the crest of the Cascades to the Pacific Ocean. The District manages its forest for recreation, wildlife, lumber production, and more. Sightseeing, camping, hiking, boating, hunting, fishing, cutting firewood, and collecting mushrooms are just a few of the activities the public enjoys on BLM lands.
Clay Clay Creek Recreation Site is nestled in the Coast Range of Oregon between Eugene and the Oregon coast at an elevation of 436-492 feet. Located at the confluence of Clay Creek and the Siuslaw River, this recreation site offers a wealth of activities including forest hiking, fishing, wildlife viewing, picnicking, and camping. The Springfield Office of the Northwest Oregon District of the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) manages the Clay Creek Recreation Site.
Clay Creek offers 21 individual campsites to accommodate 32 feet of RV, truck and trailer, or tents. Most sites contain fire ring, barbeque grill, picnic table, and tent pad. In addition, the site contains vault toilets, River access for swimming, individual picnic sites, a children’s play area, horseshoe pits, potable water, volleyball area (bring your net and ball), and a ball field.
We are looking for a couple or an individual to serve as campground host at Whittaker Creek Recreation Site. The position is for a minimum of two months (May 30th through September 30th) with the possibility of being extended through the full season.
Google Map to Site:
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Benefits include:
A free campsite, daily reimbursement to offset incidental costs, and propane reimbursement. The opportunity to live and work in this area is a once in a lifetime experience.
Requirements:
This is an exciting opportunity for someone who likes to meet people of all ages and backgrounds, loves working with people, and enjoys variety in their days. The ideal candidate must be comfortable working with people of all ages and abilities and have strong communication skills. The volunteer will be working without daily supervision and must be self-motivated.
The volunteer campground host will:
· provide information to campers about park and area resources,
· monitor campers to ensure compliance with established regulations,
· Post camping reservations at sites
· Clean campsites after guests leave
· report maintenance issues,
· provide minor upkeep at the campground,
· notify appropriate staff in case of an emergency,
· Communicate effectively with staff to keep up to date on campsites assignments.
If the host is interested, there may also be opportunities to assist with leading volunteer work groups.
Hosts will volunteer 32 hours a week with the primary focus being Thursday-Sunday.
Also required:
· Valid state Driver’s License
· Must be able to walk on uneven terrain
· Provide his or her own RV / Trailer and camping / cooking equipment
Note: Start and end dates may be flexible.
Once you have submitted your application, you will be requested to send optional supplemental information regarding your camping equipment, preferred timing, and other information specific to this position.