Capitol Reef National Park Spring Interpretation Volunteer

Capitol Reef National Park is seeking up to four individuals to serve as full-time interpretation volunteers this upcoming spring. Please see details and more information below. Thank you for your interest in volunteering with your National Park Service!

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Primarily provides front line customer service by staffing the Capitol Reef National Park visitor center desk and occasionally while roving. Distributes information and orients visitors to the park. May optionally provide 30-minute formal talks to visitors and informal interpretation at the visitor center and while roving. Learns park resources by reviewing books, maps, park research materials, and other documents previously prepared by park rangers and other professionals. Issues backcountry permits and educates visitors regarding the requirements for backcountry hiking and camping, and the rules and regulations, etc. As assigned and with supervision, performs various administrative and collateral duties which may include preparing documents, gathering routine information for reports, compilation of statistical data, cleaning and housekeeping projects, inventories, photography, and response to information requests.

WORKING HOURS / SCHEDULE / EXPECTED DURATION OF APPOINTMENT

Work schedule is part-time of 32 hours per week; 8-hour days. Lieu days will be determined based on operational needs. Appointments will last approximately two months, from the end of February through the end of April.

REIMBURSEMENT TO BE PROVIDED

Park housing will be provided at the government’s cost. Candidate(s) will have one private bedroom in a shared multi-room, coed home with 2 - 5 roommates sharing kitchen, bathroom and living space. Specific rules and restrictions apply including no pets or family. Detailed housing information is available. No monetary reimbursement is provided.

EQUIPMENT TO BE OPERATED

Government vehicles (requiring a valid driver’s license), electronics, a variety of office equipment, and other related items.

SUPERVISORY CONTROLS AND GUIDANCE

Selected candidate(s) will be supervised by a permanent interpretive Park Ranger. The candidate(s) will receive guidance, orientation and training from a variety of staff members. Formal training is minimal but may include on-the-job activities including orientation trips in the park and tours.