Custodial Services (Project Office)

Spend your summer with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers at beautiful Perry Lake!

The Perry team is seeking 1 highly motivated, collaborative-minded individual or couple to help with custodial services at the lake project office. 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

Work involves cleaning the office twice a week, after business hours (evening). Training, equipment, and supplies will be provided.

Commitment & Season

Services are needed May 1 - September 30, 2027, with option to extend to a year-round position. Hours are required in evenings. No specialized skills are required, but communication and organizational skills are a must. References requested. Driver's License and personal transportation required, and may be subject to a background check pending specific duties.

~ Level of visitor communication: minimal

~ Level of physical activity: moderate

Amenities

The selected volunteers will receive a full hook-up campsite (water, sewer and electric) located just north of the 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 50 miles west of Kansas City near the town of Perry, KS, in the rolling woodland hills and native grassland prairies of northeast Kansas; Perry Lake is a destination for campers, boaters, anglers, hunters and other outdoor enthusiasts.

The project office is located above Perry Lake Dam and is used for administrative office space supporting project missions. In their free time, volunteers can enjoy fishing, boat access, hiking, cycling, and other outdoor pursuits. Amenities in the area include medical facilities, pharmacy, and grocery within 20-miles.

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