Outdoor Maintenance / Visitor Services

St. Catherine Creek National Wildlife Refuge is located along the Mississippi River just south of Natchez, Mississippi. It is well known for the thousands of wading birds, waterfowl, and forest birds, which utilize the dense flooded areas, swamps, bottomland forests, and uplands. Bayou Cocodrie is just across the river in Ferriday, Louisiana, and is comprised mainly of forested bottomlands and managed wetlands. These volunteer positions are primarily located at St. Catherine Creek, with one volunteer position available at Bayou Cocodrie during hunting season.

We are seeking individuals willing to volunteer throughout the year, in flexible five or six-week rotations. We will consider couples if we can find an appropriate position for your partner. Start and end dates are negotiable, and longer terms are negotiable.

HOUSING:

RV pads with electric, water, and sewer hookups are available at both refuges with a minimum six week commitment of 20 hours per week, negotiable for a longer term with a minimum of 120 hours of work per resident volunteer. Due to the remote locations of the refuges, cellular phone service is not guaranteed, but is available by the office. Inquire with the refuge manager about other on-site housing options, or if housing is not needed at all. Sorry, no pets are allowed due to wildlife considerations.

BACKGROUND/REFERENCE CHECK REQUIRED:

• Yes

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

• All applicants must be at least 21 years of age
• A valid driver license is required
• Completion of a free online defensive driving course
• Compliance with volunteer uniform policy

HOW TO APPLY:

Please submit a brief resume of relevant experience and skills, and list at least two professional or volunteer work references on your application.