Volunteer
Job Description
ADDRESS: Hart Mountain National Antelope Refuge
DEPT: Fish & Wildlife Service
DATES: 5/24/2021 – 10/15/2021
DESCRIPTION:
Campground hosts are seasonal volunteers who serve in National Wildlife Refuge campgrounds. Hosts are friendly, enjoy the outdoors, and are eager to learn and share their knowledge.
We are looking for one or two independent and energetic volunteers seeking a rustic and relaxing summer. Hart Mountain National Antelope Refuge in Oregon offers opportunities for viewing pronghorn, mule deer, sage grouse, hiking, fishing, and touring the rugged backcountry roads..
Campground hosts will work a minimum of 5 weeks between May 24 and October 15. Hosts will stay in the Camp Hart Campground, located about 9 miles down Hart Mountain Rd. from the Refuge Headquarters Office and about another 5 miles from the relaxing Hart Mountain Hot Springs. The nearest full service community is Lakeview, Oregon and is located 69 miles southwest.
DUTIES
Welcome the public to the campground and other nearby locations on the refuge
Provide visitor information
Maintain Camp Hart Mountain Campground and assist with maintenance of other campgrounds and facilities as needed (including trash pickup and cleaning outhouses)
Repair, replace, and install campground tables, fire rings, and signs
May assist with additional refuge volunteer projects
QUALIFICATIONS
Willing to work 32 hours per week, including weekends and holidays
Desire to talk with and inform the public about rules and regulations
Valid driver’s license
Must provide own tent or RV for minimum of 5 week stay
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Laundry, internet, and extra fridge/freezer space provided at the Refuge Headquarters.
Reimbursement up to $500 may be provided for costs of travel to the refuge and fuel/propane used while staying at the campground