Locals Only - Volunteer

Note: This position is for those who live locally in the southern Arizona region within a 60 mile radius of the park. 

Surround yourself with the rich culture and history of this preserved Spanish colonial mission and plenty of indigenous heritage! Tumacacori National Historical Park is seeking local volunteers to join our team in one or more categories they have expertise in or are interested in learning new skills. There will be some flexibility in a schedule depending on staffing needs and commitment, but please submit an application and/or email TUMA_volunteers@nps.gov if interested. Listed are the opportunities that you may offer your support to:

Visitor Center Assistance

• Greet and orient visitors
• Answer questions and provide park information
• Support the cooperating association bookstore

Natural Resources & Garden Assistance

• Care for gardens and orchard
• Assist with a variety of survey and monitoring efforts

Facility Maintenance

• Help with groundskeeping and light maintenance (e.g., painting, fence repair)
• Cleaning

Tour Docent

• Research, study, and lead mission and nature tours
• Gain ability to answer questions and provide additional informal interpretation

Youth Education

• Assist with school field trips and youth activities
• Help prepare classroom materials and programming

Digital Media

• Create social media and website content
• Photograph and film park events or features

Roving and Informal Interpretation

• Share park information informally with visitors on the grounds
• Learn and communicate key stories, features, and FAQs

Historic Preservation

• Participate in condition assessments and other documentation
• Assist with hands-on preservation efforts