Volunteer
Job Description
FROM: https://www.volunteer.gov/s/volunteer-opportunity/a093d000000TdNlAAK/campground-host
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ADDRESS: Great Sand Dunes National Park & Preserve; 11999 State Highway 150; Mosca, Colorado 81146
DEPT: National Park Service
DATES: 4/1/2022 – 10/31/2022
DESCRIPTION:
Set among pinon trees in the shadow of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains, the Pinon Flats Campground is within view of the tallest sand dunes in North America. We seek four campground hosts for the season, April to October 2022.
Campground Hosts will be assigned a free RV site with full hook-ups at the Pinon Flats Campground. You will serve as the eyes and ears for park staff at the campground, assist campers with information about the park and area resources, and provide minor upkeep at the campground. You will communicate with park staff as you report maintenance issues, and notify appropriate park staff in case of emergency. The park will provide a roving vehicle, uniform, radio, first aid kit, a vehicle battery boost kit, propane reimbursement, and training opportunities. Work schedule will be 40 hours per week; four days on/ four days off. Campground Hosts benefit the overall operation of Great Sand Dunes NP&P and positively contribute to the mission of the National Park Service.
- Maintain assigned campsite in accordance with all park regulations to set a good example for visitors.
- Assist campers by providing information about park and area resources; monitor campers to ensure compliance with established regulations; educate about food storage regulations and bear safety.
- Communicate effectively with park staff to report maintenance issues and to notify appropriate park staff in case of an emergency.
- Provide minor upkeep at the campground.
- Enjoy meeting, talking with and helping people from all over the world.
- Ability to work with others in an indoor and outdoor environment.
- Ability to follow instructions and rules
- Capable of dealing with stressful situations in a professional manner
- Communication skills
- Ability to lift 30 pounds
- Ability to rove the campground multiple times a day by walking or driving a small electric vehicle
- Must be able to walk on uneven terrain and be comfortable working in high altitude locations
- Drivers License
- General Assistance
- Visitor Information
- Working with People
Great Sand Dunes National Park and Preserve is a wonder set in the San Luis Valley of southern Colorado. The tallest dunes in North America are the centerpiece in a diverse landscape of grasslands, wetlands, forests, alpine lakes, and tundra. While the landscape draws visitors come from all over the world, the night sky is also part of this special park’s appeal. With a combination of dry air, little light pollution, and high elevation, Great Sand Dunes National Park and Preserve is an excellent dark sky viewing location. In 2019, Great Sand Dunes was certified as an International Dark Sky Park by the International Dark Sky Association.