Position Description
Mall Operations: Volunteers work at one of the sites located within the National Mall & Memorial Parks, answering questions and directing visitors around the city: At the Washington Monument, volunteers assist the staff in managing ticket lines, operate the elevator, and/or present interpretive programs down the monument steps. At the Survey Lodge Ranger Station, volunteers assist the volunteer coordinator with office administration and/or staff the information desk. At Lincoln, FDR, and Thomas Jefferson Memorials, volunteers present interpretive programs. At the Korean War Veterans, Vietnam Veterans and World War II Memorials volunteers answer the phone, answer questions about the memorial and surrounding area, direct visitors around the city, present interpretive programs and assist visitors in locating names on the Honor Roll and/or on the memorial. Volunteers may also drive the Information Cart on the Mall and may conduct other tours as required including, but not limited to, Mall Walking tours and Cherry Blossom talks. At all sites, volunteers assist Park Rangers in the protection of resources. During special events, e.g. Veterans Day and Memorial Day, volunteers may assist in duties as directed by the National Park Service staff.

Position Description
Variety of volunteer opportunites available. Including visitor services, interpretation, park maintenance, resource management and clerical. Please contact volunteer coordinator for more information.

Position Description
For more info, please contact Rob Horn at TEL. (541)464-3317. Add numerous records to the Roseburg District's Wildlife Electronic Bibliography. Biology staff has need for some clerical assistance to catalog literature and enter information into bibliographic databases. There may also be an opportunity for other data entry type work. For more project-specific information, please contact Rob Horn at TEL. (541)464-3317 or Chris Foster at TEL. (541)464-3359. This opportunity would be best filled in the late Fall, Winter, or early Spring prior to peak field survey season.

Position Description
Volunteer to assist in the mission to preserve and protect the cultural resources of this historical park. Volunteers will work directly with the park historian to maintain the park museum collection located at park headquarters. Volunteers will assist staff in processing, cataloging, photographing, digitizing, inventorying, and packaging historic park artifacts. The volunteers will work under the guidance of the NPS Museum Handbook. Artifacts will be cataloged into the NPS Automated National Catalog System (ANCS+). Duties also include document examination and records management assistance. Duties may include travel in a government vehicle to the Museum Resource Center of the National Capital Region.

Interested individuals must have a valid drivers license and knowledge of Microsoft Word and the use of digital cameras.

Volunteers will report to park headquarters located in Hagerstown, MD and must be available within the normal working hours of 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday thru Friday. A flexible schedule is available within this timeframe.

This is a limited assignment requiring approximately 100 hours of work.

There is no housing available and this is a volunteer position.

Position Description
The park is seeking a candidate to serve as the Trails Coordinator for the park. This is a 12-month position with a stipend of $160.00 per week paid by the Student Conservation Association (SCA). Park housing is available in the Great Falls area of the park. SCA provides travel reimbursement as well.

The park has a network of trails in the Great Falls area, including the historic Goldmine Loop and the popular Billy Goat trails. These trails overlook or follow the Potomac River in the Potomac Gorge area of the park.

Duties include developing trail maintenance projects and presenting these for NEPA and NHPA review with park compliance committee. Mapping trails with GPS equipment and GIS software will be done as well. Trails Coordinator will evaluate all trails and provide recommendations on trail work based on established trail management practices. Trails Coordinator will work with volunteer groups to complete trail projects. This work includes all planning, obtaining all materials and tools, and supervising the actual work. The park has 2 summer crews from the SCA that the coordinator will supervise.

Requirements: Experience with trail construction, trail assessment, and supervising others. Undergraduate degree preferred. Ability to work in extreme weather conditions. The majority of trails work occurs in the summer. The area is subject to very humid conditions common to the Mid-Atlantic region. Ability to use a variety of hand tools for trails repair. Ability to communicate well with others is also required. Ability to work with groups is a must.

Position Description
- Museum Store and C&O Canal Visitors Center: Greet visitors, admissions sales, store sales (volunteers with computer skills are highly desired as we will be transitioning to a computerized sales system within the next couple of months).

- Second Floor: Docents to guide visitors and answer questions about our 2nd floor exhibits.

- Third Floor: HO Scale Engineers to oversee running of trains after conversion to a DCC system and Railroad History Engineers to relay historical stories, answer question, etc.

We are looking for people to commit to a minimum of ONE (4-hour) shift per month on a regular basis. Our operating hours are as follows:Friday 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.Saturday 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.Sunday 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Position Description
Volunteer needed to assist the park historian in the Resource Management Division at park headquarters. This is primarily a clerical position a no knowledge of history, research, or archives is necessary.

Under the direct guidance of the historian, the volunteer will organize files, documents, and maps stored at the Hagerstown office.

Volunteers may work a flexible schedule within the normal park office hours of 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

No housing available

Position Description
The volunteer will work at the Tyler Bend Visitor Center needed. Duties include: Answering the phone, providing visitor assistance, monitoring park radio, stocking appropriate brochures, maintaining a neat and orderly center and must be willing to operate the bookstore cash register and credit card machine

Position Description
VISITOR SERVICES. Assist the Visitor Education and Interpretation staff with some or all of the following: researching, writing, and laying out publications and press releases; researching, designing, and writing text for interior exhibits; providing information and services at a visitor center; organizing and updating interpretive resource materials; office duties to accomplish interpretive projects.

Position Description
Library Assistant:
Separate books, CD's and periodicals into categories with an electronic database system. Mark each item with the correct reference number and set up a check out system.

Volunteer Photographer:

Create a digital collection of photographs for use by park staff, for special requests and as a base for the production of park post cards.

Information Technician:

Keep all park bulletin boards current on a monthly basis. Clean and service park bulletin boards and trail signs as needed.

Guided Walk Interpreter:

Presents guided walk interpretive programs throughout the park. Develops information on each unit to answer questions, explain the history of the park and lead various guided walks.

Environmental Education Assistant:

Presents environmental education and interpretive programs throughout the park units. Assists in developing, maintaining and writing of environmental education and interpretive materials, lesson plans, and reports.

Scouting Programs Presenter:

Presents environmental education, interpretive, and scout advancement programs throughout the park. Assists in maintaining program materials, lesson plans and equipment.

Trail and River Trash Removal:

Remove trash along the park trails and the river and its tributaries throughout the park. Canoes, kayaks, rafts, and boats may be used for this activity.

Boundary Marker Assistant:

Assists rangers and resource management staff in locating and posting boundaries throughout the park. Knowledge of GIS is helpful, but not required.

Invasive Exotic Vegetation Removal:

Assist the park with the removal of such exotic vegetation as chinese privet, japanese honeysuckle, russian olive, mimosa, nepal grass, english ivy, etc. The park provides the equipment and supplies for small to large groups of volunteers to assist on these projects.

Streambank Restoration:

Assist the science and resource managers with performing streambank erosion protection measures by removing excess stabilization rock (riprap) and planting native vegetation. The park will provide all tools and plants.

Removal of Vegetation from Mill Sites and Ruins:

Mechanical and hand removal of vegetation in and around ruins. Roots should be completely removed. Specific guidelines for the removal of vegetation around sensitive cultural resources will be provided.

Computer Assistance:

Assist with data entry, word processing, map presentation and web page creation using a variety of computer software programs. Participants must complete Department of the Interior security and ethics training prior to using government computer systems.

Natural and Cultural Resource Data Collection Assistance:

Assist in collecting data involving natural and cultural resources in order to better understand and properly manage the park resources.

Student Conservation Aide:

Assists the park science staff with a variety of projects including the following: collect GPS data and entering the findings into the park GIS system; coordinates in park stream surveys to collect physical, chemical, and biological data; conduct natural resource surveys and studies.

Forest Restoration:
Reclaim open field areas by planting native plants.

Administrative Clerk:
Assist the administrative division with a variety of duties related to budget and finance as well as general support to other program areas.

Mail and File Clerk:
Opens and reads mail and decides routing by subject matter. sorts and routes mail to 30-40 distribution points. Receives materials and files by subject matter. Makes photocopies and maintains a variety of office equipment.

Visitor Center Assistant:
Opens and closes the visitor center. Fills all brochure holders and cleans the counter and displays. Answers questions, provides orientation/information concerning the park units and surrounding areas. Participates in the sale of annual permits and all three types of park passes. Keeps records of all transactions.

Laborer:
Assists in rehabilitation of buildings and structures. Assist park maintenance staff with general construction and maintenance activities required in daily operations of the park.

Trail Maintenance Worker:
Assists the trail crew staff with maintenance and construction of trails including brushing the trail corridors and drainage structure cleaning. Tasks include the following: step construction, retaining wall construction, sign placement, building split rail fence and other related duties.

Position Description
Volunteer to work in the main reception area of park headquarters. Resonsibilities include greeting and directing visitors, assisting with mailings, assisting callers with information on the park such as hiking, biking, and camping opportunities. Computer work and other light office duties are optional and training is provided.

Volunteers are needed Monday through Friday 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. This work schedule is flexible. Most of our volunteers work one or two days a week for fours at a time. The park is looking for friendly, outgoing people to help.

No housing available. Volunteer Uniform provided

Position Description
Information Center Host . . . We need your help at the Ranger District Office in Boulder, Colorado assisting with the daily operations of the visitor center. Every day is a unique opportunity to educate the public about our forest lands.

• Work together with staff
• Interact with visitors from around the world
• Diversify your job skills
• Take part in special projects

Volunteers are accepted year round and most work one four-hour shift each week for two or more months. The Boulder Ranger District Office especially needs your help during the spring and summer months. Fall and winter are quieter and a good time to learn the ropes or work on special projects. Opportunities for field work are usually available. Transportation and lodging are not provided.

Skills Needed:

• Enjoy working with people
• Communication skills
• Organizational and problem solving skills
• Hiking and camping experience
• Flexibility and a positive attitude

Several of our employees started as volunteers in this position!

Position Description
VISITOR CENTER ASSISTANT

LOCATION:

Strawberry Visitors Center
Strawberry Reservoir, Utah
Heber Ranger District

WORK TO INCLUDE:

Receptionist-type work in providing various forms of information/interpretation of Forest use policies and regulations in conjunction with state laws to Forest visitors utilizing Forest system lands and facilities on the Heber Ranger District.

Being actively and enthusiastically involved in our frequent interpretive programs at the Strawberry Bay Amphitheater using many individuals and agencies for a myriad of subject matter for entertainment and education of our Forest visitors.

Light custodial duties including, but not limited to, the following: vacuuming, removing and replacing trash liners, washing windows, re-stocking of supplies and physical cleaning maintenance of public restrooms, replacing light bulbs, dusting, etc. etc.

Inventory and ordering of bookstore materials. This work is mainly cash register use and completion of deposit forms directly related to the sales of bookstore items at the Visitor’s Center weekly.

Boardwalk maintenance: The Visitor’s Center interpretive program utilizes a boardwalk system which comprises of about 1500 of boardwalk trail in riparian zones immediately adjacent to the V.C. The boardwalk system will need from time-to-time, incidental clean-up, repairs, and maintenance. One such duty may include treating the boardwalk with linseed for example.

Landscaping: The arena of landscaping in Strawberry is fairly mundane, because of the altitude and temperature, the grass needs mowed only about twice a month with a ride-on-mower and use of a weed trimmer around concrete edges such as sidewalks and curbs.

WORK SCHEDULE:

Volunteers should anticipate working under the above mentioned conditions 4 days per week. Work days will usually consist of a minimum of 4 hours, and not exceed 8 hours.

PROVIDED FOR THE VOLUNTEER PROGRAM:

The Heber Ranger District will, in the form of a reimbursement for incidental expenses accrued by the volunteer, offer a space for residential purposes with full hook-ups complete with power, water, and sewer. An occasional refueling of propane cylinders will also be provided by the Heber Ranger District. Additionally with these reimbursements, a government owned vehicle (contingent on availability) and fuel provided may be obtained at the Strawberry warehouse for the carrying-out of official tasks and duties only. Also in addition, when situations permit, the Heber Ranger District may provide housing close to the duty station.

WORK SEASON:

The work season will begin in May (at least 2 weeks prior to Memorial Day weekend) and carry through when possible to the 2nd week in October. Our busiest time is September for the annual spawning of the Kokanee Salmon. Many school and public-related tours are given through this time period.

• 4 total, couples welcome
• Mid May through Mid October, 4 days per week 4-8 hours

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Position Description
The participant assists with vegetation and wildlife management at Stones River National Battlefield. Duties may include establishing native plant species, management of invasive exotic species, and monitoring of rare and endangered species. Interns will collect and organizes field data and make field observations of natural resource conditions. Participants will learn to use GIS technology to map and organize scientific data. He/she will assist in the preparation of reports, plans, and guidelines. If desired, participants will also receive training and experience in interpreting the park's natural resources to the public using a variety of media and techniques.

Position Description
Wildlife and Fish Management: Assist with fish and aquatic biota surveys, habitat surveys, habitat improvement projects, and native cutthroat trout restoration efforts. GIS and GPS skills helpful but not required. Extensive field work and frequent camping required, some in remote wilderness areas. Interest in fisheries, wildlife, hydrology, or resource management desirable. Must have or be able to possess a valid driver's license and be able to operate a four-wheel-drive vehicle. Housing provided and subsistence allowance.

• 6-8 positions
• May - November

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Position Description
Frontliner: Volunteer to work at front desk at Supervisor's office and possible one day at the Greater Yellowstone visitor center, providing helpful information to forest visitors about day use, wilderness, river, camping, and other general land use questions, etc. Additional duties include answering phones, public contacts, providing maps, light cleaning, and other office duties. Volunteers maybe staffed all day or mornings, depending on needs at the front desk. Subsistence and/or incidental expenses negotiable upon availability of funds. Bunk house housing maybe available.

• 1 - 2 positions
• All year around

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Position Description
Historic Site Operations: Various opportunities to help FWS staff to manage a historic National Fish Hatchery listed on the National Register. Multi Positions available to help with reception duties, visitors services, accounting as well as site maintenance. Available year round. No lodging available.

Position Description
Works in cooperation with the Curator and other park staff on cultural resource & museum projects. Volunteer will be responsible for the following:

1. Artifact inventory, preservation, and storage. 2. Cataloging, locating, and maintaining a computer inventory of all artifacts within the park.

Qualifications: Must possess some knowledge or experence as a museum tech or archivist. Volunteer must be able to perform duties and projects that can be tedious and repetitive in nature, sometimes lasting several days or more. Good record keeping and computer skills are desired. If using a government vehicle a valid drivers license is required.

Working toward or have a Bachelors or Masters Degrees in History, Public History, Museum Studies or Archives Management preferred. Any experence with National Park Service Curatorial computer programs a plus.

Position Description
CULTURAL RESOURCE VOLUNTEER: One or more people to conduct oral histories with community elders who are familiar with the St. Croix and Namekagon Rivers. Candidates for oral histories, topics and suggested questions will be developed with project coordinator. Guidelines and materials available for study on how to conduct oral histories. Volunteers are needed for both interviews (which will be tape recorded) and to transcribe the interviews into written form. Work is on an intermittent schedule. Housing is typically not available.

Position Description
One or more people to conduct oral histories with community elders who are familiar with the St. Croix and Namekagon Rivers. Candidates for oral histories, topics and suggested questions will be developed with project coordinator. Guidelines and materials available for study on how to conduct oral histories. Volunteers are needed for both interviews (which will be tape recorded) and to transcribe the interviews into written form. Work is intermittent. HOUSING IS NOT AVAILABLE.

Position Description
GIS technician wanted to aid National Fish Passage Program staff in Missouri office. GIS database to include locations of low water crossings and low-head dams in Missouri. Many data layers will be available on MSDIS. Fish & Wildlife Service will provide all necessary equipment.

Housing is not provided. Volunteer opportunities will occur 8am-5pm, Monday through Friday.

Position Description
Supervisor:Ann Noren, Administrative Officer

Overview:Assist the Administrative staff with its day-to-day functions.

Basic Duties:Answer telephones and visitor inquiriesGreet publicFile maintenance to include filing, re-organizing files, purging of old files, etc.Data input using programs such as Corel WordPerfect, FileMaker Pro, Lotus (Notes), etc.Photocopying and faxing of documents as requestedGeneral administrative/office duties

Qualifications:Excellent communication skillsSelf starterFamiliar with computers Customer service skillsBasic math skills Enjoy working with the public and other peopleAbility to work independently

Training for Job:On-the-job trainingComplete annual IT security training

Hazards:May be some light lifting and bending when filing.Possible prolonged periods of sitting.

Note:Position may include other duties as assigned or special events as volunteer wishes. There may be cross over between positions if you would like to participate in other program areas.

Position Description
Big Cypress National Preserve’s (BICY) Library manages the research materials used by park staff and the general public. Volunteers will work at Big Cypress National Preserve’s Library located at the Oasis Visitor Center building or at Big Cypress’s Headquarters Building.

Working with BICY Oasis staff, volunteers will process, arrange, catalog, and document library research materials according to National Park Service (NPS) standards. Volunteers will prepare processing plans and finding aids. Volunteers will prepare, maintain, and organize manual and automated library records, including accepting donations of books and other research materials into the library, cataloging slides electronically, organizing park vertical files electronically, and inventories. Volunteers will carry out assignments and follows directions according to NPS policy and procedures.

This position is suitable for full-time or part-time volunteers. Part-time volunteers will be expected to devote a minimum of 8 hours per week. Full-time volunteers will be expected to devote a minimum of 32 hours per week and will be provided an RV or other living space.

Computer skills are required for this position. This position will require that the volunteer walk up and down stairs.

Dates for this opportunity are flexible.

Position Description
Location Description: The Mingo National Wildlife Refuge is located in southeast Missouri bordering the Missouri Ozarks with spectacular autumn and spring scenery. The Refuge is 21,592 acres comprised of Ozark uplands, bottomland marshes with cypress and hardwood forest, and 7,760 acres of wilderness. Nearly 40 miles of ditches and isolated marshes provide valuable nesting habitat for wood ducks and migrating waterfowl while being home to deer, turkey, otter, fox, swamp rabbits, as well as many different species of fish, birds, reptile, and other mammals. Position Description: Volunteer positions include Visitor Center Interpreter, Maintenance Worker, Education Specialist for adults and school groups, Equipment Operator, Field Biologist, Wilderness Specialist, and other outdoor jobs. The refuge provides rv pads with electricity and water (septic facilities are being developed). Volunteers are expected to work a minimum of 32 hours a week with a 3 month commitment. Education Specialist prepare and present programs, coordinate with local schools, assist with teacher workshops, guide interpretative and educational tours, and assit staff with the overall educational program management.

Position Description
THIS POSITION IS OPEN YEAR-ROUND TO THOSE TEMPORARILY OR PERMANENTLY RESIDING WITHIN COMMUTING DISTANCE OF PARK HEADQUARTERS IN BARSTOW, CA. NO VOLUNTEER HOUSING OR RV SITES ARE AVAILABLE IN THIS AREA. A MINIMUM COMMITMENT OF ONE DAY PER WEEK IS REQUIRED, WITH TWO OR MORE DAYS PREFERRED, FOR A MINIMUM OF TWO MONTHS.

Duties: Dependent on volunteer interests, skills, and experience, and staff needs. Present needs include: office and clerical support, quality digital and 35mm photography images, staffing andoperations assistance at the interagency Desert Discovery Center, curriculum development and presentation of curriculum-based educational programs to area schools, webpage development and upkeep, interpretive writing such as brochures and other materials, researching and writing grants for projects, resource management inventories/monitoring needs, and resource management/other data entry. Additional needs may arise over time. If needed, a government vehicle would be provided for official business. Volunteer is responsible for personal travel to and from Barstow HQ.

Skills desired: Ability to work well with others, including visitors and co-workers with diverse interests and views. Ability to work independently, be a self-starter, adapt readily to change, follow through on the volunteer commitment, and maintain a positive attitude. Good organizational skills and ability to handle frequent changes in projects and priorities. Skill or experience operating common office equipment including computers. Data entry skills and ability to operate 4x4 vehicle in remote, sandy, rocky areas a plus. Teaching, writing, or public presentation experience also a plus. Safe driving record and valid state driver's license required.

Compensation: NO VOLUNTEER HOUSING OR RV SITE AVAILABLE IN THE BARSTOW AREA. $3 per six hour or more work day out-of-pocket expenses reimbursement possible for up to three months, funding permitting. Uniform shirts, hat, and coats provided. Incentive award program based on VIP hours donated.

Area: Mojave National Preserve is one of the largest national parks in the contiguous US. Established in 1994, we are a young and growing site. National preserves allow hunting, which primarily occurs in Fall. Our park has the world's largest concentration of Joshua trees, some of the tallest sand dunes in North America, wonderful night sky and natural sound opportunities, designated wilderness covering nearly half the preserve, and critical habitat for the threatened desert tortoise.