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SEARCH RESULTS 30 Opportunities Found
Opportunity Description: Volunteers will help Reclamation and BLM staff clean-up at a dumpsite on Federal land. The work will involve hand carrying and piling various items dumped on the land including tires, wood scraps, etc. This project is a great opportunity to give back to our public and Federal land and make a difference! The site is adjacent to Sunrise Trailhead in Las Vegas. FOR MORE INFORMATION, CONTACT JASON L. KIRBY AT 702.293.8171 OR BY EMAIL AT JKIRBY@USBR.GOV Housing Availability: Not Available 
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Opportunity Description: Lake Mead National Recreation Area is looking for volunteer that will help with the dedication ceremony of the Colorado River Bridge -Mike O'Callaghan-Pat Tillman Memorial Bridge (Hoover Dam Bypass) on October 16th from 7 am to 3 pm. Volunteers are needed for a variety of duties which may include traffic control, visitor information, informal visitor contacts, safety observers, and greeters. This will be a great opportunity to be part of a monumental project of bridging Nevada and Arizona. Come be part of the festivities and be one of the first to experience the 2000 foot long bridge by walking across and enjoy the vast canyon of the mighty Colorado River. This will be an ideal occasion to get some spectacular photos of the area and meet some wonderful visitors. If you are interested in helping out with the day’s event, please apply by submitting an application below. If you would like more, information, please give Nancy Bernard a call at (702) 293-8714 or send an email to nancy_bernard@nps.gov. For more information on the Bridging America project, please go to http://www.hooverdambypass.org/.
Opportunity Description: Position Title: Lake Mead Backcountry Road Monitoring Volunteer Goal: Monitor back-country roads within the park, which will include identifying and restoring off-road tracks and other human disturbances, fixing backcountry barriers and signs, and reporting road conditions and desert dumping. Duties: Field Work (80%): The volunteer(s) will be trained to drive various distances over uneven terrain in diverse weather conditions to monitor 4x4 back-country roads. Volunteer will observe, monitor, and report off road activities and disturbances, road barrier conditions, missing or damaged signs, desert dumping, graffiti, and road conditions, for example washouts. Work will include the use of a GPS and camera to document disturbances and restoration performed. The volunteer(s) will restore disturbances using hand-tools such as rakes and mcLeods, and possibly perform minor barrier and sign repair using necessary tools and equipment. For certain restoration projects, volunteers may help install plants, driwater tubes, or rodent cages. Other duties may consist of picking-up trash, moving or lifting rock and debris, climbing, hauling, pounding, digging, reaching, bending, lifting, and carrying up to 40 lbs. Volunteer will follow park safety guidelines and take responsibility for their safety, ensure proper use, and the return of assigned park service equipment and tools. The volunteer(s) will need to have some knowledge of how to change tires or make other small vehicle repairs in the backcountry. Survey Work (10%): The volunteer(s) may also survey locations for future restoration and GPS site locations. Training and Benefits (10%): As a National Park Service Volunteer, you will be asked to take part in various training programs before beginning your duties including: GPS Training and Road Monitoring Orientation. The volunteer will be trained in all aspects of the position. Physical Environment: Lake Mead National Recreation area is located in the Mojave Desert so volunteers will be required to wear appropriate attire to work in an outdoor setting in extreme weather conditions and very little shade. Outside temperatures can reach from 32°F in the winter to over 110° in the summer. Volunteers may be exposed to poisonous or irritant plants that might harm them such as thorns or pollen that may cause skin irritations. Volunteers may come in contact with spiders, lizards, scorpions, and insects. Volunteers will be required to wear all necessary safety equipment to perform duties. Work will occur in remote areas on uneven terrain and various elevation gains. Volunteers may be exposed to direct sun, wind, dust, and possible rain. Physical Demands: Volunteers may be asked to • Lift 20-40 pounds of material or equipment • Bend, lift, pull, and push • Crouch, stoop, kneel, stand, or bend for long periods of time • Walk for long periods of time (up to 2 hours) on uneven surfaces • Be outside in extreme heat or cold (depending upon the season) Volunteers should not perform any duties that are beyond their physical ability. Qualifications: • Ability to drive 4x4 vehicle, and navigate in the backcountry • Ability to do physical work in the backcountry • Motivated to learn about the park’s resources • Ability to communicate with park staff • Have knowledge of the area • Volunteer needs to be in good physical health to perform duties Time Commitment: November 2010 – March 2011, RV site (full hook-up) will be provided for a minimum 32 hours of volunteer work. Requirements: Volunteers will be required to wear an official volunteer uniform and volunteer hat. Uniform items will be provided by the park. Volunteers must provide sunscreen, long pants and sturdy shoes. Sunglasses, food, beverages, and other personal items needed for the volunteer to be outdoors will need to be provided by the volunteer. Benefits: • Volunteer will work with NPS staff to identify locations of importance in the park • Volunteer will have the opportunity to work with people from diverse backgrounds and a love for the National Parks • Volunteer will work in various areas of the park experiencing its diverse aesthetic beauty.
Opportunity Description: Goal: To promote safe and appropriate trial use to trail users by providing then with information and assistance. Observer and document safety issues requiring attention by staff and serve as a positive influence on trails. Duties: • Hiking/Biking various distances over uneven terrain in diverse weather conditions • Observing and reporting unsafe trail conditions, major trail damage, signage repair needs, vandalism, desert dumping, and trail users. • Assist trail users with questions/provide information • Other duties may consist of picking-up trash • Follow park safety guidelines and take responsibility for your safety and the safety of others • Be the eyes and ears on the trails • Demonstrate proper trail use and etiquette • Report back to NPS staff • Wear identifiable uniform components Physical Environment: • Uneven terrain and up/down various elevation gains. • Normal daytime temperatures range between 40 to 110 degrees. •Some tasks could take place in remote areas •Snakes, scorpions, spiders, and thorny vegetation are common •Exposure to direct sun, wind, dust, and possible rain, without shelter Qualifications: • Willingness to attend training • Motivated to learn about the park’s resources, and enjoy hiking • Communicate with park staff • Have knowledge of the area • Volunteer needs to be in good physical health to meet the requirements of the duties • Must be 18 years or older Time Commitment: 4 to 5 hour day, once a month Training & Benefits: •As a National Park Service Volunteer, you will be asked to take part in various training programs before beginning your duties • Helping NPS staff identify locations of importance in the park • Volunteer will have the opportunity to work with people from diverse backgrounds and a love for the environment
Opportunity Description: Time Commitment: Minimum six month commitment, four hours per month Goal: The goal of the Gardener position to maintain the gardens surrounding the Meadview Ranger Station. Description of Duties: Duties may include but are not limited to: •Watering plants, trees and shrubs with a bucket or by hose •Trimming plants, trees and shrubs •Raking and hauling leave and branches for disposal •Fixing irrigation lines •Propagating/transplanting plants, trees and shrubs •Removing litter/trash from area •Assist park rangers,when appropriate, in application of herbicides/pesticides Knowledge and Skills desired: Knowledge of and interest in working with native and non-native desert plants. Physical/Functional Limitations •Light lifting up to 45 pounds on level ground by ones self •Light carrying of objects or equipment less than 35 pounds by ones self
•No pushing over 15 minutes, without a break
•Reaching above shoulder for very short periods, less than 10 minutes
•Walking up to 20 minutes on flat or inclined/declined surface
•No standing for over one hour at a time
•No kneeling for over 15 minutes at a time
•Ability to climb ladders and stairs
Environmental Exposures:
•Excessive heat and cold
•Working with potentially harmful herbicides and pesticides
•Working with hand tools such as rakes, shovels, shears and saws
•Dry/wet atmospheric conditions
•Excessive/continuous noise
•High winds and dust
• • Working around machinery with moving parts
•Direct sunlight
•Venomous insects and reptiles maybe encountered at times
•Volunteer must be flexible an able to adjust to change.
Opportunity Description: Commitment: 8 Hours a week. Goal: Assists the public affairs officer in communicating the Lake Mead National Recreation Areas and National Park Service mission. Major Duties: Assists the public affairs officer in the following duties : •Research, monitor and provide basic analysis of news reports, blog entries, and social media posts that reference the park. •Occasionally respond to emergency incidents with the public affairs officer and assist with media relations. •Interface with visitors or news media regarding park information, breaking news events, and controversial subjects. •Assist with preparing for dignitary visits and press conferences. •Occasionally operate still and video camera equipment. •Operate a U.S. Government vehicle for official business. •Generally work is performed in an office environment however occasionally physical activities may include lifting or carrying up to 25 lbs., standing for long periods of time, hiking short distances, or riding in a boat. •Using Microsoft Office Suite and/or Adobe Creative Suite to create, edit, copy, store, retrieve, and print official correspondence, memoranda, posters, pamphlets, fact-sheets, news releases, and feature stories. Knowledge And Skills Required: •A background in public relations, journalism, or incident management, or crisis communications is desired. Student applicants should be at least entering their junior year and majoring in one of these fields.
Work Environment: Fieldwork is generally performed in an outdoor setting. Temperatures can vary widely throughout the year with winter highs in the 30s and summer highs over 110.
Training & Benefits: As a National Park Service Volunteer, you will be asked to take part in various training programs before beginning your duties. An orientation of Lake Mead policies and procedures will be provided.
Special Requirements: Must be able to pass a background investigation in order to have access to a government computer and offices.
Opportunity Description: Goal: Resouce Stewards will help gather valuable information for all Lake Mead divisions to help guide park management decisions. Resource Stewards will assist park staff by monitoring wildlife and their habitats, plant existence in the area, remove trash and make minor trail repairs, to help preserve the park hiking trails for the continued enjoyment of park visitors. Duties: Volunteers will assist with - •Hiking various distances over uneven terrain in diverse weather conditions •Observing and reporting unsafe trail conditions, major trail damage, and signage repair needs •With the use of shovels and other lightweight equipment, making minor repairs to trails, placing dirt in small crevices, and replacing the rock along trail sides •Other duties may consist of picking-up trash, moving or lifting rock and debris, climbing, hauling, pounding, digging, reaching, bending, lifting, and carrying up to 25 lbs •Follow park safety guidelines and take responsibility for your safety and the safety of the group •Insure proper use, and the return of assigned park service equipment. •Some tasks could include GPS use to give precise navigational directions to the site and take photos, a park GPS is available for safe and conscientious use by the volunteer. •A park camera is available for project documentation •All photos are property of the federal government and a photo release will need to be signed. •If volunteers choose to use their own GPS, camera or other equipment they are assuming responsibility for any loss or damage to that equipment even if on NPS volunteer time •Provide leadership and training to other volunteers while hiking. It is recommended there is at least one hiking assistant when out on a trail, some area will require one for safety reasons. Physical Environment: •Uneven terrain and up/down various elevation gains. •Normal daytime temperatures’ for this time of year range are between 60 to 90 degrees. •Some tasks could take place in remote areas •Snakes, scorpions, spiders, and thorny vegetation are common •Exposure to direct sun, wind, dust, and possible rain, without shelter Qualifications: •Willingness to attend training that may include but not limited to using a GPS, trail maintenance, first aid/CPR, and resource surveys •Motivated to learn about the park’s resources, and enjoy hiking •Communicate with park staff •Have knowledge of the area •Volunteer needs to be in good physical health to meet the requirements of the duties. Hike distances on uneven terrain, use lightweight equipment to make minor repairs to trails, replace rock along trail sides, place dirt in small crevices, pick-up trash, lift up to 25lbs • Must be 18 years or older. Time Commitment: 4 to 5 hour day, once a month, from mid September to mid June weather depending Training & Benefits: •As a National Park Service Volunteer, you will be asked to take part in various training programs before beginning your duties, totaling 24 hours, including: GPS Training; CPR and First Aid; Plant, Wildlife, and Habitat Identification; Trail Repair •Helping NPS staff identify locations of importance in the park •Volunteer will have the opportunity to work with people from diverse backgrounds and a love for the National Parks.
Opportunity Description: Volunteer Ranger Assistant LOCATION: Lake Mead National Recreaion Area - Meadview, Arizona TIME COMMITMENT: Minimum 3 month commitment of 8 hours per month. GOAL: The goal of the Volunteer Ranger Assistant is to assist Park Rangers with maintenance work and special projects related to public safety and recreational use at Lake Mead NRA. The volunteer will not perform law enforcement of any kind. DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES: The primary duty is to assist Park Rangers by completing assigned projects such as - • Light construction including building and painting • Trimming trees and shrubs, raking leaves and watering plants • Light litter pick-up on roadsides, beaches, launch ramps and harbor areas • Light trail maintenance and construction with hand tools • Transport vehicles, vessels and/or trailers to repair facilities and other area in and around Lake Mead National Recreation Area • Transport personnel and/or equipment to or from Boulder City, Henderson, Las Vegas, Kingman, Bullhead City, Meadview and surrounding areas within Nevada and Arizona • Answer visitor questions and provide assistance as appropriate • Direct traffic on launch ramps and parking areas and for emergency operations, road construction, over-size vehicle moving and other projects BENEFITS AND TRAINING: As a National Park Service volunteer, you will receive on the job training about the National Park Service, Lake Mead and the surrounding area. Volunteer may receive training in duties related to the position. KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS DESIRED: Good communication and interpersonal skills. State issued driver's license with clean driving record is desirable. Willingness to learn about the National Park Service, Lake Mead and required duties. Ability to work with other volunteers and visitors under extreme conditions - intense heat, dust, exhaust fumes and large numbers of people. Volunteer must be flexible and able to adjust to change. NOTE: Volunteer must be at least 18 years old. A National Park Service Volunteer uniform and name tag will be furnished.
Opportunity Description: Volunteer needed to aid the Refuge admin staff. Activities: Volunteer will assist as a receptionist at the Refuge office. This duty involves answering the phone, and light clerical duties that may include mailing, filing, photocopying, responding to leaflet requests, light typing, light office cleaning and other clerical duties as needed. Qualifications: Ability to work with a minimum amount of supervision. Computer skills preferred. Time commitment: 4 hours, 2 or 3 days a week. Schedule will be coordinated to match time available by the volunteer with specific needs at the Refuge such as special projects. Minimum age: 18
Opportunity Description: A winter with virtually no snow. And the opportunity to teach our future generations about the importance of preserving endangered species and conserving natural resources. Moapa NWR seeks volunteers willing to open our local national wildlife refuge to the public on Friday, Saturday and Sunday. As the resident host you provide orientation, interpretation and answer visitor questions. You would cover topics regarding local natural and cultural resources, safety precautions, rules and regulations, recreational opportunities, and area services. You would also assist staff with operations and maintenance of facilities, including cleaning bathrooms, emptying trash containers, ensuring refuge is free of litter and other maintenance projects. Training provided. Full hook-ups for RV or motorhome available for a minimum time commitment of 4 months.
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