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SEARCH RESULTS 1238 Opportunities Found
Opportunity Description: Overview Provide support to museum staff with routine museum collection activities and special projects. The volunteer will assist professional staff and have opportunity to work in an active museum research environment, learn more about collections management, and gain behind-the-scenes experience at sites where collections are stored or exhibited. Duties
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Opportunity Description: Weekend and Holiday volunteers needed to assist the Visitor and Resource Protection Division! Job Title: Preventative Search and Rescue (PSAR) Assistants Duties: Volunteer will hike all trails in the Monument to assist visitors in need of directions, water, education, etc. Skills/Qualifications: Willing to hike 8-12 miles/day; Excellent customer service skills, especially on very hot days; Knowledge of park trails; Ability to carry a backpack 20-30lbs with essential equipment (headlamp, clothing, personal food), and extra water, flashlights, etc for visitors (equipment for visitors will be provided by the Monument). Ability to use a radio. Any emergency medical certification (cpr, first aid, first responder, emt, etc..) is ideal but not required.
Minimum Hours: Two full hiking days/month- avg. 6hrs/day, Sat., Sun., or Holidays only.
Desired start time: March 2010
Opportunity Description: HOW TO APPLY: (application materials) Applications will be reviewed as received. Interested applicants should send a cover letter, start date availability, resume, and contact information for 3 references to Alacia Welch at alacia_welch@nps.gov Please write “Internship Application” in the subject line and send all application components as a single attachment using the following naming format: First name_Last name_Internship_Application POSITION DESCRIPTION: Pinnacles National Monument is looking for part-time or full-time interns (20 –40 hours per week) to assist with monitoring California condors (Gymnogyps californianus). The primary duties will be: 1.) Tracking, monitoring and recording condor movements, behaviors and interactions. 2.) Communicating with park visitors and local community members. 3.) Observing and recording feeding observations at supplemental feeding sites. 4) The intern will also assist in other natural resource management projects as needed. KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS DESIRED/ REQUIREMENTS •An interest in helping protect an endangered species. Great attention to detail Ability to work as part of a team as well as independently Interest in talking with the public Ability to hike up to 10 miles on steep and rugged terrain carrying 40+ lbs of equipment Tolerance for summer temperatures that exceed 100 degrees Sense of humor,a great deal of patience, friendly, courteous, and reliable. Ability to work independently. You will be required to wear an official National Park Service Volunteer uniform that will be provided to you. SCHEDULED HOURS/TIME COMMITMENT: This is a 6-month internship for candidates in the local commuting area, so no housing is provided. Interns work 20 – 40 hours per week and will receive a monthly stipend. The position will begin as soon as possible. BENEFITS •Part-time interns (20 hrs/wk) will receive $550/month stipend, while full-time interns (40 hrs/wk) will receive $1100/month stipend. Training in NPS staff procedures and policies and knowledge of resources. •Opportunities to enjoy the scenery, wildlife and cultural resources of this spectacular park. •Resume building, through work experience with the National Park Service. NO PARK HOUSING is available. Interns must live in local community and communte. Local interns desired. LOCATION DESCRIPTION: Pinnacles National Monument is centrally located within California’s natural wonders. Hours from the San Francisco Bay Area, Monterey Bay and the Pacific Ocean, Yosemite National park and more. Rising out of the chaparral-covered Gabilan Mountains, east of central California's Salinas Valley, are the spectacular remains of an ancient volcano. Massive monoliths, spires, sheer-walled canyons and talus passages define millions of years of erosion, faulting and tectonic plate movement. Within the monument's boundaries lie 26,000 acres of diverse wildlands. For more details on the park, please visit our website (www.nps.gov/pinn)
Opportunity Description: EXCITING VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY! Wolf Creek National Fish Hatchery is looking for volunteers to assist with the hatchery’s fish production program! Duties are mostly outdoor in nature, our crew is highly motivated and the work is extremely rewarding! Duties include the following: feeding fry and fish; cleaning raceways; loading fish onto trucks and transporting; conducting sample counts; assisting in the operation of the T&E lab; mowing and maintenance; etc.
For those who are Workampers - In exchange for service, volunteers receive a campsite with water, electric, sewer hookup, WiFi connection, propane and laundry facilities. Hours are 24 hours per week, per person, and our location (Jamestown, KY/Lake Cumberland) is central for seeing the region! For those residing in the local area, any and all donated time is appreciated, and all volunteers receive training and uniforms.
Opportunity Description: Location: Wolf Creek National Fish Hatchery – Jamestown, KY. 2006 was a year of firsts for the Wolf Creek National Fish Hatchery (NFH). As one of 14 hatcheries in the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service’s Southeast Region, Wolf Creek NFH opened the doors on a brand new Visitor/Environmental Education Center facility in September. Because of the many learning opportunities, both inside the exhibit room, theater and classroom and outside at the hatchery itself, Wolf Creek NFH is poised to design and implement a myriad of quality and engaging programs. Our close proximity to Lake Cumberland (office is located directly adjacent to the dam) and many other outdoor, scenic spots makes us a wonderful location for visitors, especially outdoor enthusiasts.
Russell Springs & Jamestown, KY are the closest towns to the hatchery, and both provide shopping and other services.
Qualifications: We are looking for someone who has a passion for environmental education and a sincere desire to work with people of all ages/backgrounds/abilities to help instill a sense of appreciation for the outdoors. Successful applicants must have completed their sophomore year in college and be in a field of study related to environmental education, natural resource management, outdoor education or biology. Recent graduates and/or retirees are also welcome. He or she must posses a valid driver’s license. High motivation, flexibility and a good sense of humor are also desirable attributes.
Duties: Assist in developing and implementing environmental education programs and curriculum (including a new region-wide/national pilot environmental education outreach program for Fisheries), lead tours, meet/greet general public (and other office duties as needed), research and assist in grant writing opportunities, help with fish culture activities, perform light cleaning on a weekly basis and assist with the gift shop and our Friends of Wolf Creek NFH group. Independent projects may be possible as time allows, and college internship credit may also be possible according to individual institutional guidelines. Position will be 40 hours per week. Schedules may also include weekend/evening work. Fellowship recipient will receive a small weekly stipend to help cover incidental expenses. Recipient will also have access to laundry facilities. Uniforms and training will be provided as will an office, computer and possible travel opportunities along with a variety of workshops and trainings.
Interested in applying??? Please submit a resume, letter of interest and 3 letters of reference.
Position is open until filled.
Opportunity Description: Volunteers assist National Park Service staff in the operation of Ford's Theatre National Historic Site which includes Ford's Theatre, the Lincoln Museum and the House Where Lincoln Died. They provide accurate information and directions to site visitors and help with crowd control when necessary. Volunteers also have the opportunity to provide accurately researched interpretive talks about the assassination and legacy of Abraham Lincoln, Ford's Theatre, Washington D.C. and other related people, events and themes. The volunteer has the option of presenting these programs in period clothing using the first or third person interpretive techniques.
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Opportunity Description: Come and enjoy the Oregon Dunes, couple needed as volunteer hosts in a reservation ATV campground.
Duties include but not limited to: Keeping track of reservations and first come sites, do a daily tally sheet recording license plate #s between 6 a.m & 8 a.m each morning, providing information to campers on rules & regulations for voluntary compliance, litter picking, open/close day use gate & showers 0600 & 2200 (this is a shared duty with the caretakers), assist caretakers if needed, cover caretakers on their day(s) off, this involves restroom & shower sanitation, keeping the paper products stocked. They will cover for you on your day(s) off. Winter schedule 5 day week (November thru February) with Mondays & Tuesdays off, Summer schedule 6 day week (March thru October) with Wednesdays off.
Reimbursement: Full hook up site (50 amp)+ propane, and a small reimbursement per day volunteered/per couple.
A 6 month commit is asked or longer, as this is a year round position.
Must have a fully self contained RV.
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Opportunity Description: HOW TO APPLY: (application materials) Applications will be reviewed as received. Interested applicants should send a cover letter, start date availability, resume, and contact information for 3 references to Veronica Johnson at Veronica_Johnson@nps.gov POSITION DESCRIPTION: Pinnacles National Monument is looking for long term part-time volunteers (1-2 days a month) to assist with monitoring California condors (Gymnogyps californianus). The primary duties will be: 1.) Tracking, monitoring and recording condor movements, behaviors and interactions. 2.) Observing and recording nesting behavior. 3.) Communicating with park visitors and local community members. Volunteers will need to be able to hike up to 10 miles on steep and rugged terrain carrying 40+ lbs of equipment, have a tolerance for summer temperatures that exceed 100 degrees, and possess a sense of humor and a great deal of patience. An interest in educating the public is also necessary. KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS DESIRED/ REQUIREMENTS •An interest in helping protect an endangered species. Great attention to detail Ability to work as part of a team as well as independently Interest in talking with the public Ability to hike up to 10 miles on steep and rugged terrain carrying 40+ lbs of equipment Tolerance for summer temperatures that exceed 100 degrees Sense of humor,a great deal of patience, friendly, courteous, and reliable. Ability to work independently. You will be required to wear an official National Park Service Volunteer uniform that will be provided to you. SCHEDULED HOURS/TIME COMMITMENT: Volunteers must committ to 1-2 monitoring days a month for a minimum committment of nine months. The position will begin as soon as possible. There is a 6 hour required training to participate in program that will be held in April 2010. Please apply and sign up for training as soon as possible. Space is limited. BENEFITS Training in NPS staff procedures and policies and knowledge of resources. •Opportunities to enjoy the scenery, wildlife and cultural resources of this spectacular park. •Resume building, through work experience with the National Park Service. NO PARK HOUSING is available. Local interns desired. LOCATION DESCRIPTION: Pinnacles National Monument is centrally located within California’s natural wonders. Hours from the San Francisco Bay Area, Monterey Bay and the Pacific Ocean, Yosemite National park and more. Rising out of the chaparral-covered Gabilan Mountains, east of central California's Salinas Valley, are the spectacular remains of an ancient volcano. Massive monoliths, spires, sheer-walled canyons and talus passages define millions of years of erosion, faulting and tectonic plate movement. Within the monument's boundaries lie 26,000 acres of diverse wildlands. For more details on the park, please visit our website (www.nps.gov/pinn)
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