Park Ranger Assistant: Info Desk Volunteer

Purpose:

We are looking for volunteers to assist our Park Rangers in creating memorable experiences for all of our visitors and transform them into stewards of their national parks.

Duties/Responsibilities include but are not limited to:   

·   Work alongside Park Rangers to staff the visitor center information desk

·   Welcome visitors, orient them to the park, and get them excited to get out and explore 

·   Educate visitors about the park’s rich historic, natural, and cultural resources 

·   Promote the Junior Ranger program to families and swear in new Junior Rangers 

·   Inform visitors of park rules and regulations, while stressing the importance of protecting the park’s resources and ensuring the safety of all visitors 

·   Other duties as assigned and agreed upon by the volunteer 

·   For those who are interested, there may be opportunities to conduct small talks/programs for visitors on various historic topics 

Work Location(s): Jamestown Visitor Center, Yorktown Visitor Center

Time Commitment: At least one 4-hour shift per week (9-1 or 1-5)

Current Open Slots as of September 2026:

Jamestown: Tuesday Afternoons, Saturday Afternoons

Yorktown: No current open slots

Uniform: Uniform Required (Volunteer polo shirts, rain jacket, and fleece jacket provided)

Knowledge/Skills/Experience Desired: 

·   Enjoys working on a team of Park Rangers and fellow volunteers

·   Experience working with the public/public speaking is preferred

·   An interest in both learning history and sharing history with visitors is preferred

·   Volunteer will be required to work indoors and outdoors, in all types of weather

·   Must follow all guidelines, rules, and regulations to make safety a priority

·   Must possess reliable transportation to and from the park

·   Must be able to work with culturally, socially, and economically diverse people