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Dinosaur National MonumentAspen on Stuntz Ridge along Harpers Corner Road
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Dinosaur National Monument
Volunteer Visitor Center Host Program
 

Dinosaur National Monument is currently recruiting Volunteer Visitor Center Hosts. We will have several positions stationed at either the Canyon Visitor Center (CO) or the Quarry Area (UT).

These positions work a minimum of 32 hours per week and can be divided between couples or can be completed by an individual. A minimum two (2) month commitment is required, but longer commitments (up to six months) are welcome. General information is below:

Major Duties:

  • Providing accurate, concise information to the public in a professional manner.
  • Conducting sales for the Intermountain Natural History Association which requires use of a computer-based sales program, credit card machine, and the ability to make correct change.
  • Operating audio-visual equipment to provide the park video to visitors.
  • Answering the park telephone and providing information or forwarding the calls to the appropriate party to assist the caller.
  • Additional project opportunities may be available dependent upon candidates’ interests and abilities.
Benefits:
  • RV/trailer pad with full hookups (electric, water, sewage)
  • Uniform shirts will be provided; pants, shoes, and other personal attire are provided by the volunteer
  • Propane may be provided for commitments longer than 2 months or more than 32 hours per week.

For further questions, please contact Brant Porter, Assistant Chief of Interpretation or mail an application to PO Box 128, Jensen, UT 84035

Picture of dinosaur skull.  

Did You Know?
Dinosaurs were a remarkably successful group of animals. They lived on the Earth for 160 million years. The fossils at Dinosaur National Monument represent only 10 of the many dinosaur species that existed during that long era.

Last Updated: January 25, 2008 at 15:32 EST