Volunteer
Job Description
FROM: https://www.volunteer.gov/s/volunteer-opportunity/a093d000000TryFAAS/camp-host-at-chickasaw-nra
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ADDRESS: Chickasaw National Recreation Area
901 W. 1st Street
Sulphur, Oklahoma 73086
DEPT: National Park Service
DATES: 5/1/2022 – 5/1/2023
DESCRIPTION:
Chickasaw National Recreation Area is an Oklahoma Oasis. Springs, streams, lakes – whatever its form, water is the attraction at Chickasaw National Recreation Area: recreational fishing, hiking, water sports and so much more. If volunteering in a robust and lively area known for its natural springs, beautiful lakeside views, and abundant wildlife sounds appealing, then apply now!
Chickasaw National Recreation Area, nestled in the valley of the Arbuckle Mountains in Sulphur, Oklahoma, has openings for volunteer Campground Host positions at 7 different campgrounds. We ask that volunteers be available for three consecutive months minimum and work at least 32 hours per week, which will include Saturday & Sunday. Camp Host duties include: helping visitors check in to their campsites, talking to visitors about local points of interest, informing visitors of campground/park regulations, and performing general cleanup around the campground.
Camp Hosts will not be required to handle any law enforcement issues. All violations can be reported to the district office and law enforcement will be contacted.
The campground season is from May 1st to Oct 1st in seasonal campgrounds; three campgrounds are open year around.
Local staff will provide training and support in duties. Hosts perform duties independently without direct supervision. An RV pad with hookups will be provided. We are looking for hosts who have strong communication skills, are customer service-oriented and love being in a beautiful area!
RV’s or Camp Trailers are mandatory. Start and end dates are flexible. Minimum commitment of three months required.
· Greet visitors with a friendly and helpful attitude. Assist with campsite registration, answer questions and assure compliance with regulations.
· Keep restrooms and campsites neat and clean.
· Perform light maintenance of campsites.
· Put out any unattended campfires.
· Maintain a neat, clean and organized host site as an example to the visiting public.
· Represent Chickasaw National Recreation Area in a professional and courteous manner.
· Report any law enforcement issues to law enforcement and recreation staff.
· Keep recreation staff updated on any issues regarding campers, campsite facilities or maintenance needs.
· Friendly and outgoing personality with good verbal and written communications skills.
· Ability to perform light cleanup work in outdoor conditions.
· Interact with a diversity of visitors while maintaining a positive, helpful, and non-confrontational attitude.
· Ability to serve independently without direct supervision.
- Drivers License
- General Assistance
- Visitor Information
- Working with People
Outdoor Work Environment:
• The Recreation area is generally hot and dry during the summer: day-time high temperatures routinely exceed 100 degrees F; overnight low temperatures are generally in the 60 degrees F range. Cool and rainy weather typically commences in late September.
• Severe thunderstorms are likely in spring/early summer and tornados are often possible.
- General housekeeping
- Slip, trip, and fall hazards