Visitor Aid (Project Office Area)

Spend your seasons with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers at beautiful Hillsdale Lake!

The Hillsdale team is seeking one (1) highly motivated, collaborative-minded individual or couple to independently staff the information (visitor) center desk and caring for surrounding park grounds. If you like helping people, caring for our public lands and resources, and working in a beautiful outdoor setting - this could be a great opportunity for you!

Duties

Daily work primarily involves staffing the lake office, issuing passes, helping visitors, with additional duties including general landscaping and groundskeeping of the mowed areas around the office. Training, tools and supplies will be provided.

Commitment & Season

Services are needed now thru October 31, 2027. This position requires working 20 hours per week (Wed, Thu and Fri). Skills required include communication, organization, working collaboratively with a team, and ability to manage time and tasks independently. Experience with landscaping equipment (gas-powered mowers, trimmers, etc.) is a bonus. Other References requested. Driver's License and personal transportation required, and may be subject to a background check pending specific duties.

~ Level of visitor communication: frequent

~ Level of physical activity: moderate

Amenities

In exchange for 20 hours of work per week, the selected volunteer will receive a full hook-up campsite (water, sewer and electric) and storage shed. The campsite is located next to the project's office. Volunteer must provide their own road-legal, well-maintained RV or travel trailer and transportation to/from the site.

About the Area

Located approximately 30 miles south of Kansas City near the town of Hillsdale, KS, in the rolling woodland hills and native grassland prairies of northeast Kansas; Hillsdale Lake is a destination for campers, boaters, anglers, hunters and other outdoor enthusiasts.

The office is located at the west end of Hillsdale Lake Dam. The area provides a picturesque setting for walking and wildlife viewing, with shoreline access a short drive or walk away. The are is largely open space with a shelter, and various parking areas in addition to the lake office . In their free time, volunteers can enjoy hiking/walking, cycling, boating, fishing and other outdoor pursuits. Amenities in the area include medical facilities, pharmacy, and grocery within 15-miles.

Additional volunteer positions may be available in other parks at Perry & Clinton Lakes. Contact us for details at 785-597-5144!