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SEARCH RESULTS 19 Opportunities Found
Opportunity Description: Volunteer Park Host- Volunteers needed April through September to assist gate attendants at Anderson Road, Smith Springs and Cook day use areas. Volunteers are needed on Saturdays, Sundays and Holidays. Volunteers will monitor parking lots and assist in traffic control to these parks. Volunteers are needed to work Saturdays 11:00 am - 6:00 pm: Sundays 10:00 am - 6:00 pm: Holidays 10:00 am - 6:00 pm. Volunteers ensure day use park entrance gates are opened in the morning and secured at night. Volunteers must be present during these operational hours. In exchange for their services, volunteer park hosts are provided an RV site with water, sewage, 50 amp electric service, and telephone service. Located approximately 10 miles east of Nashville, Tennessee, J. Percy Priest provides a variety of outdoor recreational opportunities for millions of visitors each year. (Listed 08/28/2009)
Opportunity Description: Butterfly Garden Volunteer(s)-Volunteer Work Period-Early May – Mid October Job Description: Volunteer(s) will be responsible for maintaining a brand new interpretive butterfly garden at the Walton Ferry Environmental Study Area at Old Hickory Lake. Duties will include weeding, thinning, deadheading, mulching, watering, and planting, plants as need. Plants and some equipment are provided by the Corps of Engineers. This position requires only a few, flexible hours per week, but will be discussed with the Butterfly Garden Coordinator prior to the beginning of work. Note: No free campsite is provided with volunteer position. Volunteer(s) must be at least 18 years old. Volunteer(s) must be physically capable of performing job duties. Orientation will be provided. Work must be carried out according to the safety guidelines provided by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. (Updated 08/28/2009)
Opportunity Description: Park Host - Volunteer couple needed to serve as Gate Attendant/Park Hosts at Wartrace Day Use Area on beautiful Cordell Hull Lake, in Gainesboro, TN. Duties involve collecting day use fees at the park entrance station. The Volunteer Gate Attendant/Park Host minimum time requirement is twenty (20) hours per week with special emphasis being placed on weekend duty. Critical work days are Friday through Sunday. Volunteer Hosts shall be provided a free camping site with full electric, water, and sewer hookups. Local phone service is available. Preference is given to couples who desire to spend the majority of the recreation season (May through Labor Day weekend). (Listed 08/28/2009/
Opportunity Description: Two volunteer couples that enjoy working with people are needed May 1, 2010 through-September 30, 2010 to serve as Park Hosts at the Right Bank Recreation Area. Duties include greeting our day-use visitors, collecting fees and providing information from an entrance booth with a view of the lake. The recreation area is located next to the lock and dam and includes a swim beach, picnic shelters, picnic tables, restrooms, playgrounds, volleyball court, and boat ramps. Interpretive opportunities will be available but not required. Volunteers will be asked to work three days a week, 8 to 10 hours total per day. In turn, our volunteers will be provided a free campsite with water and electric hookups in Lock A Campground, which is a short walk or drive from the entrance booth. Lock A Campground is located in Ashland City and is less than an hour from downtown Nashville. (Updated 08/28/2009)
Opportunity Description: Park Host- Day Use Park Host Volunteers are needed at Hurricane Bridge Recreation Area located at Center Hill Lake.
Volunteers are needed from May 1, 2010 to September 1, 2010. Primary duties will include collection of use fees for boat launching at a busy recreation area, assist users of the Day Use Park by providing information on the area, the lake and policies including recreation use fee policies and procedures. Brochures, map, and other supplies will be provided by the Resource Manager. The volunteer will be expected to maintain and stock Honor Vault supplies, i.e. Day Use Fee Self Pay Envelopes and Permits, perform inspection of recreation area facilities and report items that need repair, operate the Entrance Station during schedule below. This will involve the sale of Day Use (Boat Launching) Permits, and Annual Day Use Passes. A full hook-up campsite will be provided. Volunteer must promote a positive image of the US Army Corps of Engineers and actively promotes safety. Schedule for Operation Entrance Station: Friday 12:00PM - 4:00pm, Saturday 8:00AM- 4:00PM, Sunday 8:00AM- 12:00PM (Updated 08/28/2009)
Opportunity Description: Lookout Mountain Battlefield Visitor Center Visitor Services Volunteer
Position Description: A Visitor Services Volunteer assists with staffing of the main information desk at the Lookout Mountain Battlefield. The information desk serves as the park’s main point of contact with visitors. Duties of the Visitor Services volunteer include greeting visitors and providing information about park programs, exhibits, and entrance into Point Park. VIPs will assist with fee collection and sales in the visitor center’s bookstore. Volunteer will also assist with answering incoming calls.
If interested, the Visitor Services Volunteer may advance to presenting interpretive programs with adequate experience and training.
Requirements: Minimum of ninety-six hours per year which averages two four-hour shifts per month. Weekly or bi-weekly commitment of one four to six hour shift is preferred. Volunteers are required to wear a uniform shirt and name badge, which will be provided, while on duty. As representative of the National Park Service, volunteers must act in a courteous and professional manor. Minimum age for position is eighteen.
Requirement for use of RV pad: Volunteers wishing to use the park's RV pad (30 & 50 amp, water, sewer, electricity provided) must commit to a minimum of two months and 32 hours per week. RV pad is located within the Chickamauga Battlefield – 12 miles from the Lookout Mountain Battlefield Visitor Center.
Skills: Good communication and interpersonal skills are required. Basic knowledge of local area is required. Interest in learning about the park’s resources, programs, trails, and regulations is essential as sharing this information is the top priority of the position.
Goal: In support of the mission of the National Park Service in conjunction with the specific mission of Chickamauga and Chattanooga National Military Park, the fundamental objectives of the work performed are: • Visitor Services – orienting visitors to the park, the visitor center, programs, exhibits, tours, and facilities. • Education - educating and informing visitors about the historical significance of the park and about the policies, laws, rules and regulations relating to the protection of the park’s cultural and natural resources and to the operations of the park.
Supervision: Visitor Services volunteers report to assigned personnel within the park’s Ranger Division.
Benefits and Responsibilities: Volunteer Agreements: All VIPs are required to sign a volunteer agreement form (Form OMB 0596-0080). Through the agreement, VIPs’ benefit from being treated as federal employmees for the purposes of compensation for work-related injuries and immunity from liability pursuant to the Federal Tort Claims Act.
Opportunity Description: Skirmishers during the Civil War, advanced in front of the main battle line and acted as the eyes and ears of their army. Members of the Stones River NB Skirmisher Battalion will perform a similar service in modern times by walking and biking across the battlefield to protect the park's uniques natural and cultural resources and help visitors have an enjoyable and meaningful experience. TIME REQUIREMENTS: At least one day per week (4-8 hour shift) SUPERVISOR: Park Ranger (Protection) DUTIES: Walks or bikes on park trails or roads, Completes necessary training for visitor services volunteers and employees, Achieves certification in Module 102 of the Interpretive Development Program (Effective Informal Interpretation), Interacts with visitors and provides orientation to the Battlefield and interpretive themes, Reports suspicious and/or illegal activities to the protection ranger, Maintains a log of all patrol and visitor contacts, and Performs minor trail maintenance while reporting larger problems to the Chief of Maintenance. KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES REQUIRED FOR THE POSITION: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, Ability to handle stressful situations in a professional manner, Ability to work independently, General knowledge of the Civil War and the Battle of Stones River are desirable, and Must be able to walk four miles and/or bike ten miles. TRAINING PROVIDED (R-Required, O-Optional) Volunteer Orientation (R) Orientation to the Battle of Stones River (R) Roving Operations Orientation (R) Introduction to the National Park Service: The History of the NPS (R) Foundations of Interpretation (R) Effective Informal Interpretation (R) First Aid and CPR (R)
Opportunity Description: Help us make thousands of images stored in the park's museum collection available to the public. TIME REQUIREMENTS: At least two days per month (2-8 hour shifts) SUPERVISOR: Park Ranger (Protection) DUTIES: Scans photographs and slides from the park’s museum collection, Accessions and catalogs digital images burned to CDs in the park’s museum collection, and Posts selected images on the park’s website. KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES REQUIRED FOR THE POSITION: Ability to work independently, Ability to concentrate on and perform repetitive tasks, Some knowledge or experience in museum and library fields is desirable but not required, and Ability to use computers. TRAINING PROVIDED (R-Required, O-Optional) Volunteer Orientation (R) Orientation to the Battle of Stones River (R) Museum and Library Operations Orientation (R) Introduction to the National Park Service: The History of the NPS (R) Foundations of Interpretation (R) Effective Informal Interpretation (R) 
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Opportunity Description: Interns will learn to manage natural resources in a manner that improves the condition of the cultural landscapes of Stones River National Battlefield. TIME REQUIREMENTS: 24-40 hours per week SUPERVISOR: Chief of Operations DUTIES: Participants in this internship program will be assigned to work with all park divisions so he/she can experience all facets of park operations. Volunteers may also be assigned special projects based on their skills and interests. We will work with internship candidates to customize your work assignments in order to meet your learning needs. KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES REQUIRED FOR THE POSITION: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, Ability to work independently and as part of a team, Participation in a Parks & Recreation degree program, Ability to use computers, Knowledge of the Civil War and the Battle of Stones River is desirable, Ability to work outdoors for extended periods, and Must be able to lift at least fifteen pounds TRAINING PROVIDED (R-Required, O-Optional) Volunteer Orientation (R) Orientation to the Battle of Stones River (R) Visitor Services Orientation (R) Maintenance Operations Orientation (R) Museum & Library Operations Orientation (R) Resource Management Operations Orientation (R) Introduction to the National Park Service: The History of the NPS (R) Foundations of Interpretation (R) Effective Informal Interpretation (R) Task Specific Training as Needed (R) First Aid and CPR (O)
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Opportunity Description: TIME COMMITMENT: Minimum of one day per week (4-8 hour shift) SUPERVISOR: Lead Interpretive Ranger DUTIES: Operates information and sales desks, Completes necessary training for visitor services volunteers and employees, Achieves certification in Module 102 of the Interpretive Development Program (Effective Informal Interpretation), Greets visitors and provides orientation to the Battlefield and interpretive themes, Makes public announcements, Presents short (5-minute) orientation talks as needed, Provides informal interpretation using NPS standards and techniques, Assists rangers in opening and closing the building, Keeps an accurate count of visitors entering the building, Monitors stocks of brochures and handouts and makes them available to visitors according to established standards, Provides research assistance and responds to in-depth questions about the battle as needed, and Performs sales operations in the Eastern National book store. KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES REQUIRED FOR THE POSITION Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, Ability to handle stressful situations in a professional manner, General knowledge of the Civil War and the Battle of Stones River are desirable, Must be able to stand for long periods of time, and Must be able to speak clearly. TRAINING PROVIDED (R-Required, O-Optional) Volunteer Orientation (R) Orientation to the Battle of Stones River (R) Visitor Center Operations Orientation (R) Introduction to the National Park Service: The History of the NPS (R) Foundations of Interpretation (R) Effective Informal Interpretation (R) First Aid and CPR (O) Housing may be provided to volunteers who commit to work at least 32 hours per week for minimum of four weeks.
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