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SEARCH RESULTS 52 Opportunities Found
Opportunity Description: DUTIES: Researching, developing and presenting interpretive walks and tours at the Missions. Roving interpretation of the site and staffing discovery carts on the exterior grounds. Other duties may involve staffing the Visitor Center information desk and cash register book sales. SKILLS: Ability to develop and present quality interpretive programs under the guidance of the ranger staff. Must have the desire or experience to work with people, have an interest in history and enjoy being outside in all types of weather. COMPENSATION: Orientation of the park, training in interpretation and history of the park and a VIP uniform will be provided. The park has three RV pads with full hook ups; please check for availability. Use of RV pad will require a minimum 3-month commitment. AREA: The park is located in the city of San Antonio, a large metropolitan area with many cultural, entertainment and recreational opportunities. Located in south Texas, the summer temperatures reach into the 100s, and the winter temperatures range in the 50s.
Opportunity Description: DUTIES: Giving out information about the park and helping visitors plan their tour of the site. Operating the cash register for book sales and answering telephone information requests. SKILLS: Ability to operate cash register, work independently once trained, has the desire to work with people and have an interest in history. COMPENSATION: Orientation of the park, training in interpretation and history of the park and a VIP uniform will be provided. The park has three RV pads with full hook ups; please check for availability. Use of RV pad will require a minimum 3-month commitment. AREA: The park is located in the city of San Antonio, a large metropolitan area with many cultural, entertainment and recreational opportunities. Located in south Texas, the summer temperatures reach into the 100s, and the winter temperatures range in the 50s.
Opportunity Description: 2010: Need hosts for the months of March, April, May. Looking for campground hosts for the Chisos Basin Campground in West Texas.The Basin campground is a 60 unit campground at an altitude of 5,352 feet- cool in the summer (highest temperature here is in the mid 90s). Main duties: provide information and assistance to visitors, maintain campsite and reservation records, inform visitors of rules and regulations, and other duties as assigned. Experience working with horse care a plus. Benefits: full hook site in the campground for your RV, plenty of hiking trails, the Rio Grande River, lots of dirt/gravel roads to explore, quiet, and wide open spaces! The closest town is Alpine, TX 100 miles away. PLEASE INCLUDE REFERENCES OF 3 FORMER SUPERVISORS ON YOUR APPLICATION. LOOKING A COMMITTMENT OF THREE MONTHS. Thank you for your consideration!
Opportunity Description: 2010: Need hosts for the months of June, July and August. Looking for campground hosts for the Chisos Basin Campground in West Texas.The Basin campground is a 60 unit campground at an altitude of 5,352 feet- cool in the summer (highest temperature here is in the mid 90s). Main duties: provide information and assistance to visitors, maintain campsite and reservation records, inform visitors of rules and regulations, and other duties as assigned. Experience working with horse care a plus. Benefits: full hook site in the campground for your RV, plenty of hiking trails, the Rio Grande River, lots of dirt/gravel roads to explore, quiet, and wide open spaces! The closest town is Alpine, TX 100 miles away. PLEASE INCLUDE REFERENCES OF 3 FORMER SUPERVISORS ON YOUR APPLICATION. LOOKING A COMMITTMENT OF THREE MONTHS. Thank you for your consideration!
Opportunity Description: Big Bend National Park encompasses 801,000 acres of the Chihuahuan Desert, an entire mountain range, the Chisos Mountains, and 118 miles of the shared international border along the Rio Grande. Activities include hiking, backpacking, rafting, canoeing, birding, wildlife viewing, and camping. Park elevations range from 1,850' at Rio Grande Village to 7,825' at Emory Peak. Duties: 32 hours a week: operate visitor information desk, answer questions, write backcountry permits, operate a cash register, open and close visitor center independently, clean restrooms. 8 hours a week: work on special projects. Skills needed: Desire to work with people is necessary. Ability to communicate in a friendly, patient and helpful manner is essential. Experience working with a cash register is helpful. RV site with full hook-ups, propane and uniforms provided. Persimmon Gap is a remote location at the main entrance to Big Bend National Park, 27 miles away from Park Headquarters at Panther Junction. At Persimmon Gap there is a visitor center, entrance station and a trailer pad. Within the park are the following amenities: post office, gas stations, camper stores, restaurant, and lodge. Marathon is 40 miles away and has limited shopping, a clinic, churches, restaurants, and lodging. Alpine is 70 miles away and has most necessities including: supermarkets, hardware stores, a hospital, pharmacies, churches, and a university. The nearest large cities are Midland/Odessa at 195 miles and El Paso at 295 miles.
Opportunity Description: Big Bend National Park encompasses 801,000 acres of the Chihuahuan Desert, an entire mountain range, the Chisos Mountains, and 118 miles of the shared international border along the Rio Grande. Activities include hiking, backpacking, rafting, canoeing, birding, wildlife viewing, and camping. Park elevations range from 1,850' at Rio Grande Village to 7,825' at Emory Peak. Duties: 32 hours a week : operate visitor information desk, answer questions, write backcountry permits, operate a cash register, open and close visitor center independently, a little cleaning. 8 hours a week: work on special projects. Skills needed: Desire to work with people is necessary. Ability to communicate in a friendly, patient and helpful manner is essential. Experience working with a cash register is helpful. RV site with full hook-ups, propane and uniforms provided. Rio Grande Village is a remote location on the Rio Grande River in Big Bend National Park, 20 miles away from Park Headquarters at Panther Junction. At Rio Grande Village are the following amenities: gas station, camper store, Visitor Center, campground. Alpine is 110 miles away and has most necessities including: supermarkets, hardware stores, a hospital, pharmacies, churches, and a university. The nearest large cities are Midland/Odessa at 235 miles and El Paso at 335 miles.
Opportunity Description: Make your next home The Caddo Lake National Wildlife Refuge. The Refuge is an 8,500 acre area located in the North East Texas corner of Texas. It was established for the management, conservation and protection of migratory birds, fish and other wildlife. As a Resident Volunteer, you will be surrounded by the tranquil and scenic beauty of Caddo Lake, its wetlands and ancient Bald Cypress trees draped in Spanish Moss. You’ll see pine and hardwood forests, deer, dozens of varieties of neo-tropical migratory birds and watch as trophy size bass splash out of the water. Enjoy viewing brilliantly colored fall foliage and experiencing mild winters. The Refuge is conveniently located to shopping and entertainment centers. As a Resident Volunteer/s for Caddo Lake National Wildlife Refuge, you will assist the permanent refuge staff in the operation of newly opened, non-staffed visitor centers, and in other duties as required, including independently opening and closing refuge gates. In exchange for your 32 hour per week two month commitment, the refuge will provide an RV site with full hook-ups, two sites are available next to the visitor center, and laundry facilities. There are opportunities to work both inside and outside. Help is needed year round. Training provided.
Opportunity Description: Twin Bridges Park in conjunction with Texas Trash-off and the Baylor University Paintathon. - We will again start are annual Lake Shore Cleanup at Twin Bridges Park on the 1st Saturday in April (April 3, 2010) starting at 9am, until 3pm. Drinks and snacks will be available, courtesy of our partner organization Keep Waco Beautiful. This year efforts will include some planting, bed maintenance, painting projects, & trash removal around the lake. (Listed 09/28/2009)
Opportunity Description: Park Host Maintenance/Light Construction: Volunteer positions are available. We are looking for couples or individuals willing to assist us in park improvements and general maintenance of our facilities. It is helpful to have experience in plumbing, carpentry, electric, heavy equipment operation, chainsaws etc. Maintenance volunteers may also install or repair signs, boundary fences, trails, or other projects as needed. Our maintenance volunteers work under the direct supervision and hand in hand with our maintenance personnel. (Updated 08/28/2009) <> Park Host Volunteers work a minimum of 20 hrs per week and are provided a campsite with full hook up during their commitment to our team, however, must have there own self contained RV. Time commitments are flexible but we prefer those who can commit for 3-6 months. <> Special Skills Needed: Positive attitude and outgoing personalities along with a desire to work as part of a team to reach our goals and "Make a Difference".
Opportunity Description: Park Host Ambassadors - We are currently accepting applications for positions beginning October 2009- April 2010, Interviews to be held in late June and early July 09 for Park Host Ambassadors – Volunteers are needed year round to answer questions, help campers get settled, suggest things to do and places to go in the vicinity, and explain the campground regulations. They keep the campground neat, clean, and attend to some minor repairs or maintenance as needed. Ambassadors are responsible for mowing camp site areas and around restroom and group areas. As an ambassador you will represent the Corps to our visitors and need to have a positive friendly attitude and a willingness to work with the public. (Updated 08/28/2009) <> Park Host Volunteers work a minimum of 20 hrs per week and are provided a campsite during their commitment to our team, however, must have there own self contained RV. Time commitments are flexible but we prefer those who can commit for 3-6 months. <> Special Skills Needed: Positive attitude and outgoing personalities along with a desire to work as part of a team to reach our goals and "Make a Difference". |
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