Volunteer
Job Description
FROM: https://www.volunteer.gov/s/volunteer-opportunity/a093d000000xUorAAE/osceola-national-forest-volunteer-host-campgrounds-day-use-area-2023
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ADDRESS: Osceola National Forest
24874 US Highway 90
Sanderson, Florida 32087
DEPT: Forest Service
DATES: 9/25/2023 – 9/24/2024
DESCRIPTION:
As a U.S. Forest Service volunteer, you will maintain one of four developed recreation sites on Osceola National Forest (campground or day-use area) and provide customer service to visitors. Volunteers must stay onsite in a camper or RV and be available every day of the week (exceptions may be discussed). Approximate workload is 30 hours/week. Pets are welcome but must be discussed prior to accepting this volunteer position. Volunteers may stay for a maximum of 6 months. Experience hosting campgrounds or public recreation areas is preferred, but not required. Training and instruction for required tasks will be provided. Optimal candidates are self-motivated with the ability to work both independently and with other people.
DUTIES
-Greeting and educating visitors about recreation site rules
-Janitorial services (clean restrooms, empty trash cans)
-Lawn & campsite maintenance
-Camping fee compliance checks
-General facility maintenance
VOLUNTEER AMENITIES ONSITE (FREE OF CHARGE)
-Electric, water, and sewer hookup
-Laundry washer and dryer
-Reimbursement for propane
-Golf cart (most locations)
OSCEOLA NATIONAL FOREST
The Osceola National Forest is conveniently located in North Florida between Jacksonville and Lake City. It’s just a short drive to multiple beaches, rivers, freshwater springs, the University of Florida and UF Health/Shands Medical Center, historic sites (e.g., St. Augustine, Florida’s oldest city), and the state capitol (Tallahassee).
SKILLS
General Assistance
Hand Power Tools
Other Trade Skills
Visitor Information
Working with People
BACKGROUND/REFERENCE CHECK REQUIRED
Yes