Volunteer Opportunities

Current Volunteer Opportunities
NOTE: Call the Volunteer Clearinghouse at 1-800-865-8337 to receive a
Point of Contact list for your area of interest.
More volunteer positions maybe available than shown below.

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Alabama

Alabama River Lake, Click here for more lake information [off-site link
Contact: Kelli Little,8493 U. S Highway 80 West, Haynesville, AL 36040, (334) 872-9554
(334) 875-1603-Fax Kelli.M.Little@usace.army.mil

Park Host- Volunteer Couple wanted to provide visitor assistance at Holy Ground Battlefield Park, on weekends and holidays from April to September (Labor Day). Responsibilities would include greeting visitors; making routine patrols in the park; checking for minor violations; reporting maintenance problems; explaining the day use fee to boaters and swimmers, securing the park at closing. A Contract Park Attendant position is also available at this park. A campsite with power, water and sewage will be provided. A camper trailer or motor home is required for the position. (Updated 08/26/2011)

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Tennessee-Tombigbee Waterway Click here for more lake information [off-site link] Contact: Phillip S. Leeser, Tom Bevill Visitor Center, 1382 Lock & Dam Road, Pickensville, AL 35447, (662) 327-2142 Fax (662) 328-8766 phillip.s.leeser @usace.army.mil

Park Host - Park Host are needed on a season-to-season basis. Typical summer season runs from the 1st of March to the 1st of October. Winter season runs from the 1st of October to the 1 of March. Park Host positions are available at 5 campgrounds and 3 day-use areas. Host duties vary depending on the season. The main function of a Park Host is to provide services of hospitality to park guests. In addition, Hosts are essential in allowing us to keep some parks open by performing or assisting with certain operational duties. (Updated 08/26/2011)

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Black Warrior & Tombigbee Lakes/Demopolis Lake - Click here for more lake information [off-site link] Contact: Benjamin H. Sherrod, 384 Resource Mgmt. Drive, Demopolis, AL 36732, (334) 289-3540 (334) 289-3193 Fax benjamin.h.sherrod@usace.army.mil

Park Host Forkland Park – March 01, 2012 to March 01, 2013. Responsibilities include greeting visitors; checking campers in and out using National Recreation Reservation Service (NRRS); making routine patrols in the park; checking for minor violations and reporting all maintenance issues; explain day use fees and recommending recreational opportunities. Host typically work four days on and four days off. Host is provided a full service campsite, water, power, and sewer hook-up included.

Special Skills: Attentive and friendly personality. Good people skills. (Listed 02/27/2012)

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Park Host Foscue Creek Park – November 01, 2012 to February 28, 2013. Responsibilities include greeting visitors; checking campers in and out using National Recreation Reservation Service (NRRS); making routine patrols in the park; checking for minor violations and reporting all maintenance issues; explain day use fees and recommending recreational opportunities. Host typically work four days on and four days off. Host is provided a full service campsite, water, power, and sewer hook-up included.

Special Skills: Attentive and friendly personality. Good people skills. (Listed 02/27/2012)

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Black Warrior & Tombigbee Lakes/Warrior Lake - Click here for more lake information [off-site link] Contact: Benjamin H. Sherrod, 384 Resource Mgmt. Drive, Demopolis, AL 36732, (334) 289-3540 (334) 289-3193 Fax benjamin.h.sherrod@usace.army.mil

Park Host Jennings Ferry – November 01, 2012 to February 28, 2013. Responsibilities include greeting visitors; checking campers in and out using National Recreation Reservation Service (NRRS); making routine patrols in the park; checking for minor violations and reporting all maintenance issues; explain day use fees and recommending recreational opportunities. Host typically work four days on and four days off. Host is provided a full service campsite, water, power, and sewer hook-up included.

Special Skills: Attentive and friendly personality. Good people skills. (Listed 02/27/2012)

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Black Warrior & Tombigbee Lakes - Click here for more lake information [off-site link] Contact: Benjamin H. Sherrod, 384 Resource Management Drive, Demopolis, AL 36732, (334) 289-3540 Fax (334) 289-3193 benjamin.h.sherrod@usace.army.mil

Park Host at Lock 1 – April 01, 2012 to End Date Open. Responsibilities include visitor assistance; routine patrols of the park checking for minor violations and reporting maintenance issues. Host campsites include power, water, and sewer hook-up.

Special Skills: Attentive and friendly personality. Good people skills a must. (Listed 03/09/2012)

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Alaska

Chena Flood Control Project Click here for more lake information [off-site link] Contact: Jacob J. Kresel, P O Box 57261, North Pole, AK 99705, (907) 488-2748 Fax (907) 488-3352 jacob.j.kresel@usace.army.mil

Park Host - May 19, 2012 to September 09, 2012. Located 15 miles east of Fairbanks, Alaska. Park Host will have duties with visitor assistance, landscaping, litter pickup, mowing and maintenance of bulletin boards. Duties include assisting visitors by providing park/recreation information and distributing Title 36, park maps, and other informational handouts. The volunteers will assist the Ranger staff with a wide variety of other duties throughout the season. Volunteers are provided a full service campsite, including electric hook-up, water, and sewer in return for providing 24-30 hours a week of volunteer service. (Updated 08/26/2011)

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Arkansas

Ouachita Lake Click here for more lake information [off-site link]
Contact: Amy J. Shultz, 1201 Blakely Dam Road, Royal, AR 71968, (501) 767-2108 Ext 73075
Fax (501) 767-4952 amy.j.shultz @usace.army.mil

Winter Park Host/Volunteer - Winter work period is October 01, 2012 to April 01, 2013. Multiple volunteers needed for winter recreation season. Volunteers will work a minimum of 20 hours per week on various assignments in exchange for free camping. Winter volunteer duties include: park surveillance, providing information on the Corps to visiting public, trail maintenance, updating bulletin boards, building bird nesting boxes, shoreline and park cleanup, and light maintenance activities. Volunteers will be provided a campsite with water and electric hookups. Sewer hookups are not guaranteed. Volunteers will live on-site and be available to answer questions, provide directions, and other assistance. Volunteers must provide a safe, licensed, and insured camping unit and vehicle. Volunteer must be bonded to collect fees. Bonding cost will be paid by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers.

Skills needed: The ability to perform certain tasks that may involve bending, lifting, or other laborious movement such as construction or trail maintenance, general computer knowledge, a positive and helpful attitude towards visitors, and the aptitude to understand and follow instructions. (Updated 04/03/2012)

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Russellville Project Office Dardanelle Lake: Click here for more lake information Contact: Allison C. Smedley 1598 Lock and Dam Rd., Russellville, AR 72802, (479) 968-5008 EXT 221 allison.c.smedley@usace.army.mil

INTERPRETIVE LOCK AND DAM GUIDE'S) - Work Period: April through September (negotiable).

Description of Duties: The volunteer(s) will present lock and dam tours at each of the 6 locks within the Russellville Project Office, stretching from Fort Smith to Little Rock, Arkansas.

A minimum of four lock and dam tours will be offered each week. The volunteer (s) will also conduct campground rounds, delivering flyers to local campers inviting them to attend the local lock and dam tours.

Good communication skills are necessary. Volunteers must provide their own transportation to and from the work site and be at least 18 years old. A valid driver’s license is also necessary in order to drive a government vehicle to the program site. Mileage may be reimbursable.

Volunteers will wear provided volunteer uniform while performing volunteer duties. Applicants must be physically capable of performing job duties. Volunteers must have a friendly attitude with the public and portray a positive image of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. Training will be provided to conduct lock and dam tours. Work will be performed according to safety guidelines provided by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers.

Volunteers will be provided a 30 amp campsite with water in conjunction with each area of the Project they are conducting lock and dam tours. (Updated 08/26/2011)

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Bull Shoals & Norfork Lakes: Click here for more lake informationContact: Michael R. Cannon, 324 West 7^TH Street, Mountain Home, AR 72653Phone: (870) 425-2700 Ext 1430 michael.r.cannon@usace.army.mil

Mountain Home Project Office/Office Clerk Volunteer: We have two volunteer positions for persons to assist the duty ranger in daily activities such as answering the phone, collecting fees for annual day passes, copying documents, and giving visitor assistance about the Mountain Home area which includes Bull Shoals & Norfork Lakes. Volunteers should be proficient in Microsoft Office and have the ability to file documents, and complete other duties as assigned. The desired employees must have good personal hygiene and appearance. A pleasant personality and the ability to deal with diverse visitors and work independently are helpful. A personal background check and the ability to be bonded are required. The flexible work schedule is 24 hours per week. The office is located at 7^th Street in Mountain Home, Arkansas. A free campsite, which includes electric, water, (sewer if available) is offered in lieu of payment for work.

Other Available Volunteer Activities: Historical archiving, campground interpretation, campground maintenance, painting, wildlife habitat preservation, etc. (Listed 04/05/2012)

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Mountain Home Project Office/Hydro Electric Power Plant Mechanical/Electrical/General Maintenance Volunteer: The Mountain Home Project Office has two volunteer positions for persons to assist the Power Plant Maintenance Operation Staff. Daily activities may include painting, maintaining tool rooms, and inventorying stock/supplies, perform buildings and grounds maintenance. Volunteers may assist with mechanical and electrical repairs; perform minor administrative tasks (filling out requisitions and answering phones). Volunteers should have some knowledge of minor maintenance activities, good safety habits and the ability to use Microsoft Excel. Volunteers must be able to climb stairs and lift 25 pounds with ease. A pleasant personality, the ability to work with the maintenance operation staff or independently perform task with proper instructions is advantageous. A background check will be performed. The work schedule is 24 hours per week for each position. The office is located at 7^th Street in Mountain Home, Arkansas. Norfork Power Plant is located in Salesville, AR. Bull Shoals Power Plant is located in Lakeview, AR. A free campsite, which includes electric, water, (sewer if available) is offered in lieu of payment for work.

Other Available Volunteer Activities: Historical archiving, campground interpretation, campground maintenance, painting, wildlife habitat management & conservation, GIS / GPS mapping and data entry. (Listed 04/05/2012)

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Mountain Home Project Office/Campground General Maintenance Volunteer: The Mountain Home Project Office has volunteer positions for persons to assist with the Maintenance Operation Staff. Volunteers will perform various light duty maintenance work to include: painting, staining; light carpentry work (repair/replace rotted or damaged boards on tables, fences, etc.); may assist with mechanical and electrical repairs, replace screens in park restrooms / shower facilities; plant / water flowers and weed flowerbeds; plant and prune trees and shrubs; pick up litter throughout the project and debris along the shoreline; mowing and maintaining campgrounds; clean grills; maintain bulletin boards or similar other duties. Volunteers must be able to climb / walk uphill and lift 25 pounds with ease. Equipment maintenance / operation such as: brushing hogging, plowing, back hoe, skid loader operation is a plus. A pleasant personality, good safety habits, the ability to work with the maintenance operation staff or independently perform task with proper instructions is advantageous. A background check will be performed. The work schedule is 24 hours minimum per week for each position. The office is located at 7^th Street in Mountain Home, Arkansas. A free campsite, which includes electric, water, (sewer if available) is offered in lieu of payment for work.

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California

San Francisco Bay Model Visitor Center Click here for more lake information [off-site link] Contact: Christanne J. Gallagher, 2100 Bridgeway Blvd., Sausalito, CA 94965 (415) 289-3007 Fax (415) 289-3004 christanne.j.gallagher@usace.army.mil

Visitor Services Specialist - The volunteer will provide assistance in the Bay Model Visitor Center greeting the public, answer questions about the visitor center and local area, answer phones, make sales in our bookstore, stock brochure table and use the cash register and fax/copy machine as needed. Volunteer should be comfortable speaking to the public, outgoing, energetic, professional, and enjoy meeting new people. No RV facilities available.

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Volunteer Program Manager Assistant - This volunteer is needed year round. Volunteer would assist the Volunteer Manager with volunteer recruitment, volunteer evaluations, time keeping, ordering supplies, filing, database update for mailings and emailing, and other duties as needed. Two (2) days a week desired, 3-4 hours a day. No RV facilities available. (Updated 08/26/2011)

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Tour Guide/Docent - This volunteer is needed year round. We are looking for individuals to lead tours and present educational programs, which provide general information about the Bay Model and the San Francisco Bay/Delta region for our visitors. Educational programs and tours can also be developed that are geared to specific topics such as agriculture in the Delta, wetland restoration, water diversions, hydraulic engineering, or community involvement and stewardship. No RV facilities available.

Special Skills: Volunteers should be comfortable speaking in front of a group. Volunteers will receive training in customer service and preparing and presenting talks and programs to the public. (Updated 08/26/2011)

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Bookstore Manager - This volunteer is needed year round. We are looking for someone to manage the Friends of the Bay Model Bookstore. This would entail reviewing and ordering new books, filling out purchase orders, entering new books into the computer database, taking inventory, and making bank deposits. Work schedule is very flexible, and can be determined by the volunteer's availability.

Special Skills: Volunteer should have an interest in books and other gift items, and be comfortable working with numbers. Volunteer will receive training as to the various tasks involved in running the bookstore. (Updated 08/26/2011)

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Sausalito Art Festival-Visitor Services At The Bay Model - Over Labor Day weekend, be part of the largest festival in the Bay Area when the Bay Model Visitor Center hosts the Sausalito Art Festival! Volunteer opportunities include staffing the Bay Model bookstore, assisting visitors with questions about the facility and the Art Festival, monitoring activity of the Model and gallery area, and assisting in the children's area. All volunteers receive free admission to the Festival, and a free Festival t-shirt. Shifts are from 10 am-1 pm, 1-4 pm, and 3-6 pm on Saturday, Sunday, and Monday, September 3-5, 2011.

Special Skills: Volunteers should be comfortable talking to visitors and answering questions. (Updated 08/26/2011)

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Stanislaus River Parks Click here for more lake information [off-site link]
Contact: Heather Wright, 17968 Covered Bridge Road, Oakdale, CA 95361, (209)881-3517
Fax: (209)881-3203 Heather.J.Wright@usace.army.mil

Orange Blossom Recreation Area – Volunteers are needed for three month terms between the months of September 30, 2011 to October 1, 2012. Volunteers ensure that the park entrance gate opens in the morning and is secured at sunset. They conduct periodic walkthroughs of the park, greet the public and answer questions. Volunteer park hosts do not enforce regulations; however, they are expected to be additional eyes and ears of the park rangers. Park hosts may be needed to assist during emergencies. Hosts are not required to do maintenance or janitorial functions, however litter pickup, when needed, is expected. Hosts days off are either Monday – Tuesday or Tuesday – Wednesday. Orange Blossom Recreation Area is a well known takeout point for river rafters, and authorized for day use only. No overnight camping is available for visitors. Orange Blossom Recreation Area has high visitation during the months of June through August, and park hosts will be required to operate a no fee entrance booth for a five hour shift on Saturdays and Sundays. The fall and winter seasons see moderate to low visitation. In exchange for volunteer services hosts will be provided with, an RV site, electricity, water, and sewage at no charge. The host is required to maintain a telephone at their own expense. The park address is 17248 Rodden Road, Oakdale, CA, 95361.

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McHenry Avenue Recreation Area - Volunteers are needed for three month terms between the months of September 30, 2011 to October 1, 2012 for two separate host sites. Volunteer park hosts ensure that the park entrance gate opens in the morning and is secured at sunset. They conduct periodic walkthroughs of the park, greet the public and answer questions. Park hosts do not enforce regulations; however, they are expected to be additional eyes and ears of the park rangers. Park hosts may be needed to assist during emergencies. Hosts are not required to do maintenance or janitorial functions, however litter pickup, when needed, is expected. Hosts days off are either Monday – Tuesday or Tuesday – Wednesday. During the summer months McHenry Avenue Recreation Area is a popular day use spot with nine boat-in environmental tent camping sites. The recreation season, Memorial Day through Labor Day, can require park hosts to work one five hour shift per weekend in the parks entrance booth. Reservations and fees for camping are collected 14 days in advance by our Field Office Assistant at the Knights Ferry Information Center. (In the last 3 years the campground has not reached full capacity, so the host duties are primarily park host not camp host.) In exchange for volunteer services hosts will be provided with, an RV site, electricity, water, and sewage at no charge. The host is required to maintain a telephone at their own expense. The park address is 24300 E. River Road, Escalon, CA, 95320.

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Knights Ferry Recreation Area - Volunteers are needed for three month terms between the months of September 30, 2011 to October 1, 2012. Volunteer park hosts ensure that the parks two entrance gates are open in the morning and secured at sunset. They conduct periodic walkthroughs of the park, greet the public and answer questions. Park hosts are needed to staff the sites Information Center on Saturdays, Sundays, and federal holidays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Park hosts do not enforce regulations; however, they are expected to be additional eyes and ears of the park rangers. Park hosts may be needed to assist during emergencies. Hosts are not required to do maintenance or janitorial functions, however litter pickup, when needed, is expected. Hosts days off are either Monday – Tuesday or Tuesday – Wednesday. The Knights Ferry Recreation Area is a popular put-in spot for river rafters, and authorized for day use only. No overnight camping is available for visitors. The community of Knights Ferry is rich in history, and the host site is in view of the longest covered bridge west of the Mississippi River. The bridge is open to foot traffic only. In exchange for volunteer services hosts will be provided with, an RV site, electricity, water, and sewage at no charge. The host is required to maintain a telephone at their own expense. The park address is 17968 Covered Bridge Road, Oakdale, CA, 95361.

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Docent, Knights Ferry Recreation Area – The Knights Ferry Recreation Area is the centerpiece of the Stanislaus River Parks system. It is the most popular of the 9 developed recreation areas. Rich in history, the Knights Ferry area is on the National Historic Registry. Docents assist park rangers giving interpretive programs about the Grist (flour) Mill, Mill Office, and the longest covered bridge west of the Mississippi River, the Knights Ferry Covered Bridge. Knights Ferry’s history tells tales of the 49er era, Native American history, natural history, and pivotal assistance in the development of Stanislaus County. As the docents experience and knowledge increase they may be asked to give interpretive programs on their own. Other interpretive topics include the Life Cycle of the Chinook Salmon, Water Safety, Cleanup / Maintenance / Trail Maintenance, and Cultural / Natural History. (Updated 08/26/2011)

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Eastman Lake - Click here for more lake information [Off-Site Link] Contact: Andy Steele, P.O. Box 67, or 32175 Road 29, Raymond, CA 93653, Office (559) 689-3255 Fax (559) 689-3408 andrew.t.steele@usace.army.mil

Eastman Lake is a trophy bass lake, popular for fishing, horseback riding and a quiet get away, but close to the metropolitan areas. Yosemite National Park is 2 hours east of here, and Fresno is 1 hour south/west. The same visitors come back year after year. Eastman Lake provides tent camping, RV camping (electric or full hook up sites), group camping, and equestrian camping. All permanent park volunteers are provided with an electrical RV site (full hook ups are provided), laundry facilities, and reimbursement of fuel, including gasoline, diesel and propane. Cellular service is not reliable on project. Motor Homes and 5th wheels of any size will fit into one of our volunteer spots.

General Volunteer Position Needed For Grounds Keeping - Each volunteer is required to work 20 hours per week. Volunteer duties include park clean up, campsite cleaning, and serving the public as needed. Volunteer schedules are flexible, with morning and evening work available. Volunteers are not required to clean restrooms or collect fees. Applications are accepted year round. Please submit an application to be considered for a position.

Special Skills: Whatever the Corps set-ups for us in keeping the park neat and cleaned for the public. (Listed 08/26/2011)

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Hensley Lake Click here for more lake information [off-site link]
Contact: Sharon Anderson, PO Box 85, Raymond, CA 93653, (559) 673-5151
Fax (559) 673-2044 sharon.anderson@usace.army.mil

Park Volunteer - Volunteers are needed Spring, Summer, Fall and Winter usually 2 to 4 months or longer. Duties include general maintenance and cleanup along shoreline and recreation areas, also assisting staff with natural resource projects. Each volunteer is required to work 25 hours per week. Tools, fuel, and full-hookup site provided. Hensley Lake is located in the center of California it is a short drive to the Sierra Nevada mountains and an easy drive to the Pacific Ocean. (Updated 08/26/2011)
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Hensley Lake Click here for more lake information [off-site link]
Contact: Sharon Anderson, 25207 Road 407, PO Box 85, Raymond, CA 93653, (559) 673-5151 Fax (559) 673-2044 sharon.anderson@usace.army.mil

Campground Clean-Up – May 01, 2012 to May 01, 2013. Looking for a COUPLE that will be responsible for park cleanup for Buck Ridge, Vista Point and the wildlife area as well as a second pair of eyes for the Ranger staff. Also some minor maintenance.

Special Skills: Irrigation, tree trimming, and getting along with the public. (Listed 05/01/2012)

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Lake Kaweah/Terminus Dam Click here for more lake information [off-site link]
Contact: Jerry Gonzalez, 34443 Sierra Drive, Lemon Cove, CA 93244, (559) 597-2301 Fax
(559) 597-2468 jerry.gonzalez@usace.army.mil

Visitor Center - The Visitors Center volunteer will provide assistance in the Kaweah Heritage Visitor Center greeting the public, answering questions about the visitor center and local area, answering phones, make sales in the Sequoia Natural History Association bookstore, and stock the brochure rack and use the cash register and fax/copy machine as needed. Volunteer should be comfortable speaking to the public, outgoing, energetic, professional, and enjoy meeting new people.

Special Skills:

Minimum Qualifications

• Ability to obtain bonding in the amount of $5,000.

• Desire to meet and interact with persons from varied backgrounds.

• Cognitive, verbal and auditory ability to answer questions and communicate with various constituents who call or stop into the Visitors Center.

• Ability to use cash register and balance daily funds at end of shift.

• Auditory ability to respond to verbal requests.

• Visually able to spot safety hazards and take prompt appropriate action to correct in accordance with training provided.

Desired Experience

• Customer Service, office experience, or work with public.

• Previous outdoor recreation experience as employee or volunteer.

• Computer literacy.

• Knowledge of Excel, Adobe, Word and other computer programs.

(Updated 08/26/2011)

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Park Host, Horsecreek Campground - Provide hospitality and customer service to campground guests, assisting in the cleaning/upkeep of campground facilities and promoting safe responsible use of Corps of Engineer amenities. Campground hosts are expected to ensure park entrance gates open in the morning and secure gates at night. Conduct periodic walkthroughs of park, greeting public and answering questions. Bonding of the Campground Host may be required in order for them to perform fee collection within the campground and remit camping fees to Nation Recreation Reservation Service (NRRS) via computer. Some computer and cash register experience may be needed in order to perform NRRS operations. Campground hosts do not enforce park regulations; however, they are expected to be the eyes and ears of the park rangers and are expected to assist rangers and visitors during emergencies. During the winter months, weekday visitation is low with moderate use during the weekend. Work min 20 hours/week and live in natural outdoor setting, with your own RV.

Special Skills:

Minimum Qualifications

• Desire to meet and interact with persons from varied backgrounds.

• Appearance should be neat and a positive reflection of the organization.

• Ability to remain calm in busy situation.

• Cognitive and verbal ability to answer visitor questions and communicate park rules.

• Physical ability to navigate camp loop and visit campsites, pick up trash, light cleaning, lift 20 lbs and carry 25 feet (position may require extended periods in the outdoors during adverse conditions such as heat, cold or rain.)

• Visually able to spot safety hazards and take prompt appropriate action to correct in accordance with training provided.

Desired Experience

• Customer Service or work with public, especially children and elderly.

• Previous Park or outdoor recreation experience as employee or volunteer.

• Previous RV Experience

(Updated 08/26/2011)

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Administrative Support Volunteer - Primary Responsibilities: The primary duty of the Office/Administration Volunteer is to assist the Rangers in the Lake Kaweah Headquarters office.

Specific duties include:

• Assisting with document preparation and filing; this may include brochures, program plans, spreadsheets, and the like.

• Assisting with counting receipts from the “iron rangers” located in the Security Room.

• Assisting the Interpretive Ranger with presentations, as available.

• Assisting with other duties as available and scheduled.

Volunteers selected for this position may be assigned a campsite with water, electric, and sewer hookups in Horsecreek Campground.

Special Skills:

Minimum Qualifications

• The volunteer must be eligible to be bonded; the Corps of Engineers will bond the Volunteer with a $5,000 fidelity bond to protect the government from loss of funds.

• Desire to work (min 20 hours/week) and live in natural outdoor setting, with your own RV

• Desire to meet and interact with persons from varied backgrounds.

• Cognitive, verbal and auditory ability to correspond on behalf of USACE volunteer program and file documents in accordance with current standards, answer questions and communicate with various constituents who call, email or stop into the Project Office.

• Knowledge of and ability to use computer programs such as Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, Adobe and others and comfortable with online data bases and reports.

Desired Experience

• Office experience, or work with filing.

• Previous outdoor recreation experience as employee or volunteer.

• Previous RV Experience

(Updated 08/26/2011)

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Site Host – Slick Rock Recreation Area – Volunteer Duties:

Upkeep and repair of park facilities such as: restrooms, trails and natural areas. This requires cleaning and inspection of facilities for repair needs, repairing facilities, mowing, weed eating, and other environmental conservation techniques. Work min 20 hrs/wk and live in natural outdoor setting with your own RV. Foster teamwork by participating in group workdays and other special events and activities. At times, may assist with day-use monitoring of visitors.

Special Skills:

Minimum Qualifications

• Cognitive and verbal ability to communicate with other park personnel.

• Physical ability to operate mowing and maintenance machinery lifting and carrying 30 lbs for 100 feet (position may require extended periods in the outdoors during adverse conditions such as heat, cold or rain).

• Visually able to spot safety hazards and take prompt appropriate action to correct in accordance with training provided.

Desired Experience

• Landscaping, planting and care of flowers or other small plants.

• Natural resource conservation or trail work.

• Custodial work (cleaning, painting, light repairs).

• Mechanical Skills to maintain equipment.

• Heavy equipment, plumbing, electrical, welding, masonry, or carpentry.

(Updated 08/26/2011)

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Lake Sonoma/Warms Springs Dam Click here for more lake information [off-site link]
Contact: Michael T. Carroll 3288 Skaggs Springs Road, Geyserville, CA 95441
(707) 431-4535 michael.t.carroll@usace.army.mil

Resource Management/Patrol - Projects/duties include: Assisting rangers in daily patrol by answering questions, providing crew assistance on boat patrol, installing or maintaining signs and bulletin boards, and stocking brochure boxes. Other duties may include performing trail patrol and maintenance, assisting in boundary inspections, checking for hazards to visitor safety and reporting such hazards to rangers. Participation in a variety of wildlife and resource management duties such as: creel census, bird observations, endangered species management, wood duck nest box monitoring and maintenance, vegetation plantings, erosion control measures, fence construction, campground maintenance, and other special projects.

Comments - No previous experience is necessary, but volunteers may be required to attend training and orientation sessions prior to beginning work. Volunteers are interviewed to screen them for work that will best suit their goals and desires. (Updated 08/26/2011)

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Lake Sonoma/Warms Springs Dam - Click here for more lake information [off-site link]
Contact: Michael T. Carroll, 3288 Skaggs Springs Road, Geyserville, CA 95441
(707)431-4535 michael.t.carroll@usace.army.mil

About Lake Sonoma: Nestled in the beautiful coastal foothills of Sonoma County, California, Lake Sonoma is surrounded by world famous vineyards and land that is rich in history. Created by the construction of Warm Springs Dam in 1983, the lake provides for flood control, irrigation and recreation. The park has more than 17,000 acres to explore, including more than 47 miles of trails and when the lake is full over 50 miles of shoreline. Recreational opportunities include: hiking, biking, equestrian, boating, fishing, canoeing, kayaking, camping, swimming, fishing and hunting to name a few.

Visitor Center Assistant Needed: Works at U.S. Army Corps of Engineer, Lake Sonoma Recreation Area in Geyserville, Ca. Volunteer is assigned to the Milt Brandt Visitor Center and the Don Clausen Fish Hatchery to perform the following work: Answer visitor's questions, explain park rules, regulations and provide any needed assistance. Presents short interpretive talks to campers, groups of visitors and school groups as needed. Roves and provides information in the Don Clausen Fish Hatchery. You will operate cash register to make sales for the Friends of Lake Sonoma gift shop and other assigned duties.

REQUIREMENTS: The volunteer must be able to absorb a great deal of natural and cultural history information and use that information when speaking to the public. All volunteers must be able to work with the visiting public and maintain a positive attitude. The volunteer will be provided on the job training and any required safety training necessary to help them carry out their duties. All volunteers are given an orientation to the park and provided with volunteer uniform components. Volunteers must wear a uniform when on duty and safety equipment as required by their duties. Use of the RV campsites will require a three month minimum commitment and at least three, eight hour days per volunteer, per week and please provide references from previous volunteer or work experience on the application.

COMPENSATION: The Park has six RV campsites available – Year Round -with hook ups (water, electric [up to 30 amps] and septic). The RV pads are located in the Liberty Glen Campground a short drive from the visitor center. The RV site does have a phone line that the volunteer can use to set up local phone service. Pets are allowed but must be under control, on a 6’ leash at all times and be non-intrusive to others and wildlife. A 15% discount is granted in the Friends of Lake Sonoma book store. No monetary compensation is available for these volunteer positions. (Updated 08/26/2011)

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New Hogan Lake Click here for more lake information [off-site link]
Contact: John P. Chapman, 2713 Hogan Dam Road, Valley Springs, CA 95252, (209) 772-1343 ext 223 Fax: (209) 772- 9352 john.p.chapman@usace.army.mil

Park Host - Volunteers needed from April 1, 2012 to September 30, 2012 for an entrance station attendant/fee collector at the Fiddleneck Day-Use Area, New Hogan Lake, California. Volunteer will collect fees, sell annual passes, restock fee envelope boxes and do litter cleanup in the nearby parking areas. Schedule will be 20 hours per week, 5 hours per day for either a couple working together or an individual. Volunteer will be provided an RV site with all utilities including a phone line. (08/26/2011)

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Pine Flat Lake & Dam Click here for more lake information [off-site link] Contact: Sara K. Jones, P O Box 117 or 27295 Pine Flat Road, Piedra, CA 93649, (559) 787-2589 Fax (559) 787-2773 sara.k.jones@usace.army.mil

Park Volunteers Needed Year Round - Live lakeside in an outdoor paradise for free as you volunteer at Pine Flat Lake! Full hookup sites provided, free laundry, freezer space, and fuel reimbursement. It’s located in Central California at the base of the legendary Sierra Nevada’s. The Pacific coast and Yosemite, Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks are within a day’s drive. Apply today and live the dream tomorrow! (Updated 08/26/2011)

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Pine Flat Lake & Dam Click here for more lake information [off-site link] Contact: Sara K. Jones, P O Box 117 or 27295 Pine Flat Road, Sanger, CA 93657, (559) 787-3715 sara.k.jones@usace.army.mil

Park Worker/Assistant Needed August 31, 2011 to August 31, 2012 - Groundskeeper for lawn, shrubbery, tree maintenance, 100 foot fire clearance, as well as also maintenance of buildings, toilets, minor electrical repair and plumbing repair. Have own tools: lawnmowers, weed eaters, pruners, chainsaw, blower, utility trailer, besides hand tools (hammer, wrenches, screwdrivers, etc.

Special Skills: Electrical, plumbing repair, welding (have 220 stick welder), experienced in roofing and building repair. (Updated 08/26/2011)

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Black Butte Lake Click here for more lake information [off-site link]
Contact: Mary Ann Deeming,19225 Newville Road, Orland, CA 95963,(530) 865-4722 Ext 28
Mary.A.Deeming@usace.army.mil

Camp Ground Maintenance Volunteer-Volunteers needed from April 1, 2012 to September 30, 2012, to assist with light maintenance and repairs throughout two campgrounds and several day use areas. Duties may include campground cleanup, simple plumbing or carpentry, painting, sign installation, restroom cleaning, trail inspection/repairs, tree planting and other similar light maintenance. In exchange for their services, campground volunteers are provided a RV site with water, sewage and electric service. (Telephone service is not a guaranteed service but may be available at volunteer's expense). A similar position may also be available during the off-season, beginning October 1, 2008. (Updated 08/26/2011)

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Lake Mendocino Click here for more lake information [off-site link]
Contact: Ondrej M. Macejko, 1160 Lake Mendocino Drive, Ukiah, CA 95482, (707) 467-4235 ondrej.m.macejko@usace.army.mil

Camp Host Volunteer for the winter months, Approximately 01 October 2011 to 01 May 2012.

Requirements / Responsibilities

• Must be bondable (good credit, assets, etc.). The Corps will pay for the bond.

• Open gates in the morning and close gates at night.

• Patrol for vandalism, maintenance issues, and fee compliance and allowed to inform campers of the rules, but no authority to enforce the rules. Report compliance issues to a ranger but should not be out specifically patrolling for rule breakers.

• Should conduct all patrols BEFORE dark.

• Relay camper complaints to ranger staff.

• Pick up light trash and report major trash.

• Answer visitor questions regarding recreation opportunities at Lake Mendocino.

• Collect fees from iron rangers and ability to lift 50(?) pounds.

• Count money, keep accurate records, and maintain security of funds during operations.

• Remit fees using ORMS (Online Recreation Management Software) through the National Recreation Reservation Service (NRRS), prior experience EXTREMELY desirable.

• There are no reservations during the winter.

• Must be mobile, may have to move from Chekaka to Kyen to Bushay and then back to Kyen.

We seek experienced cheerful and outgoing camp hosts to volunteer at Lake Mendocino this winter. Candidates are primarily responsible for the management of a small campground, approximately 30 campsites. Other responsibilities include answering visitor questions, opening and closing gates, routine patrols of the campground, litter control, and communication with ranger staff. Lake Mendocino is managed by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. Candidates must be bondable and must own or have available to them a recreational vehicle for occupancy during the winter. Power, water, and sewer are provided at no cost. (Updated 08/26/2011)

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Colorado

Tri-Lakes Project Click here for more lake information [off-site link]
Contact: Alfredo A. Rios, 9307 South Wadsworth Blvd., Littleton, CO 80128-6901
(303) 979-4120 Fax: (303) 979-0602 timothy.a.rose@usace.army.mil

Campsites are not available for Volunteer use. Campgrounds are operated by the State of Colorado and the City of Lakewood.
Visitor Information Specialist / Tour Guide : This volunteer can be individual adult or couple, retired. Position begins May and runs through September. The overall purpose of this volunteer position is to assist the Interpretive Park Ranger with the operation of the South Platte Visitor Center. Specific duties include the following: performing information (lobby) desk duties, greeting the public, answering questions, direction visitor activity and handling telephone requests. Conducting formal and informal talks and tours at and around the South Platte Visitor Center on a variety of subjects. Performing routine maintenance on audio-visual equipment and cleaning displays. Preparing general information mailing packets and assisting with related correspondence and bulletins. Checking brochures supplies and restocking shelves. Operating project radio and telephone equipment. Making recommendations to the Interpretive Park Ranger regarding all aspects of the South Platte Visitor Center operations. Performing other related duties as outlined by the Interpretive Park Ranger. (Updated 08/26/2011)

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Connecticut

Naugatuck River Basin - Black Rock Lake, Northfield Brook Lake , & Thomaston Dam - Click here for more lake information [off-site link] Click here for more lake information [off-site link] Click here for more lake information [off-site link]
Contact: Marissa L. Wright, 331 Hill Road – RT 222, Thomaston, CT 06787
(860) 283-5540 or (978) 318-8374 Fax (860) 283-0303 Cell (860) 659-7298 marissa.l.wright@usace.army.mil or vincent.a.gualtieri@usace.army.mil

Park Hosts –Dedicated, hard working, and energetic couple(s) needed to perform cleaning of public recreation and restroom facilities at Black Rock Lake, Northfield Brook Lake, and Thomaston Dam, in beautiful Thomaston CT. Volunteers will be asked to work a minimum of 20 hours per week, April through mid October in exchange for full hook up camp site. The US Army Corps of Engineers will provide equipment, supplies, and vehicle. Valid Driver’s License required. Drug-Free work place (Updated 08/26/2011)

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Florida

Lake Okeechobee & Okeechobee Waterway
Click here for more lake information [off-site link]
Contact: Phillip Hart, W.P. Franklin Visitor Center, 1660 South Franklin Lock Road,
ALva, FL 33920 (239)694-2582 Fax:(239)694-2204,
Phillip.L.Hart@usace.army.mil

Trail Maintenance - Year-Round. Volunteers complete maintenance concerns around the project by weeding flower beds, planting trees, installing wildlife boxes, and general maintenance. Volunteers also maintain established trail shelters located around Lake Okeechobee by mowing, trimming, cleaning fire rings, picking up litter, and general maintenance of the shelters. Volunteers will be provided a campsite with water and electric hook-ups, access to dump station, shower and laundry facilities within Ortona South Campground. (Updated 08/26/2011)

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Georgia

Allatoona Lake - Click here for more lake information {off-site link} Contact: Christopher T. Purvis, PO Box 487, Cartersville, GA 30120, (678)721-6725 christopher.t.purvis@usace.army.mil

Cooper's Furnace Day Use Area- Located 4 miles from downtown Cartersville, GA.
Volunteers Needed for the 2012-13 Fall/Winter Recreation Season for the period of September 08, 2012–March 15, 2013: Two (2) couples, 21 years or older with a factory built, self contained camper trailer or motor home at least 28 feet long. No other persons can live with the volunteer couples during the volunteer period. Two pet limit per couple –Vicious Pets are not permitted (ie, Dobermans, Pit Bulls, and Rottweilers). Volunteer Park Host couples will be working a rotating four day on/four day off schedule. When Volunteer Park Hosts are on duty, they will be responsible for opening and closing park gate; park patrol; park surveillance; maintaining shelter reservation calendar; issuing horseshoes and volleyballs to shelter users during the volunteer period. Volunteer Park Host will not be reserving shelters or collecting shelter fees. On duty days from September 08 thru October 23, Volunteer Park Host will open gate at 8 a.m. and close gate at 8 p.m. On duty days from October 24, 2012 thru February 29, 2013, Volunteer Park Host will open gate at 8 a.m. and close gate at 6 p.m. Volunteer Park Hosts will be required to post daily generation schedule; patrol park every three (3) hours to check for minor violations (pets off leash, parking on grass); and report vandalism or maintenance problems to Operations Project Management Office. During the period September 08 thru October 23, if scheduled to work on Saturdays, Sundays, and Holidays, Volunteer Park Host will man air-conditioned/heated gatehouse from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. for traffic control and oversee shelter reservation. Cooper's Furnace Day Use Area has 106 parking spaces, two group shelters, twelve individual picnic tables; playground; horseshoe pits and volleyball play areas; and a nature trail. Total round trip tour of the park is approximately .08 miles. A campsite is provided for each couple with 50 amp electricity, water, sewage, and a restricted-use telephone line; however, Park Host Volunteer must supply a physical telephone in their camping unit for communication with Allatoona Operations Project Management Office. Cooper’s Furnace Day Use Area is very flat and easy to walk or bike. An average of 22 hours or less of volunteer work per couple per week is required. Please contact no later than June 30, 20113. (Updated 03/22/2012)

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Allatoona Lake - Click here for more lake information {off-site link} Contact: Christopher T. Purvis, PO Box 487, Cartersville, GA 30120, (678) 721-6725 christopher.t.purvis@usace.army.mil

Stamp Creek Ramp - Volunteer Host Couple Needed September 15, 2012 - March 15, 2013. Stamp Creek Ramp is located approximately nine miles from downtown Cartersville, GA (A Super Wal-Mart is six miles from the area). Stamp Creek Boat Ramp is a flat area that can be walked or a bicycle may be used. The area has a ramp with 41 boat launching spaces. Total round trip tour of ramp is .2 mile.

One couple, 21 years year or older, with a factory built, self-contained, camper trailer, or motor home at least 28 feet long is needed during the period September 15, 2011- March 15, 2012. No other persons can live with the volunteer couples during the volunteer period. Two pet limit per couple –Vicious Pets are not permitted (ie, Dobermans, Pit Bulls, and Rottweilers).

A campsite (located in the ramp area) is provided with 50 amp electricity, water, sewage, and a telephone line for making local calls. Volunteer Park Hosts will work a 5 day on/2 day off schedule (Thursday thru Monday) with some flexibility on Thursdays and Mondays. Park Hosts will be responsible for, park surveillance, user fee compliance, and park patrols. Boat ramp gates are open seven days a week. Volunteer Park Host will patrol boat ramp every three (3) hours (between 9 a.m. and sunset) checking for fee compliance and issuing user fee envelopes (volunteers will not collect user fees), check for minor violations, such as pets off leash and parking on grass, report vandalism and maintenance problems to Project Management Office. An average of 20 hours of volunteer work per week is required. Please contact no later than June 30, 2013. (Updated 03/22/2012)

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Park Host Couple for Fee Compliance – No Handling of Fees – May 10, 2012 to September 01, 2012. Perform fee compliance at day use areas five days per week for 4 hours per day. You will be off weekends. Campsite with full hookups is provided. Travel to boat ramp and day use area is approximately 1-l/2 miles round trip from campsite.

Special Skills: Must have an independent vehicle to drive to park. (Listed 04/23/2012)

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Hartwell Lake - Click here for more lake information {off-site link} Contact: Nancy B. Sumners, 5625 Anderson Highway, Hartwell, GA 32324, (888) 893-0678 Ext 329 nancy.b.sumners@usace.army.mil

Available Hartwell Lake Volunteer Positions – 2012

Campground Volunteers April 01/2012 to November 30/2012.

The primary duty of the Campground volunteer is to maintain cleanliness at camp sites as outlined below. Volunteers will be responsible for cleaning campsites as visitors check out of the campground. Duties include cleaning out debris in fire rings, picking up litter left on site, spraying for insects, and transporting and disposing of trash in campground dumpsters. Facilities should meet the standard of clean daily.

Volunteers will also assist with the Water Safety and Life Jacket Loaner Programs as needed. Duties include making contact with campground visitors, handing out water safety items and loaner life jackets. Volunteers will average 25 hours of service per week, though mid-week work will be minimal.

The host must provide their own reliable, licensed vehicle, fuel, and insurance to transport materials including trash. Volunteers must maintain a valid driver’s license. Volunteers may use a golf cart or similar vehicle while performing assigned duties. Prior approval is required. No vehicles/transportation will be provided by the government.

A campsite will be provided to volunteers with water and electric hook-ups. Sewer dump stations are available in each campground. All cleaning equipment, supplies, and uniform items will be provided by the government.

Maps of each campground can be found at http://www.sas.usace.army.mil/lakes/hartwell/camping.html

Campgrounds

1. Twin Lakes Campground

Season: April 1 – Nov 30
Campsite: water and electric, dump station in campground

2. Springfield Campground

Season: April 1 – Oct 30
Campsite: water and electric, dump station in campground

3. Oconee Point Campground

Season: May 1 – Oct 31
Campsite: water and electric, dump station in campground

4. Coneross Campground

Season: May 1 – Sep 30
Campsite: water and electric, dump station in campground

5. Watsadler Campground

Season: Apr 1 – Nov 30
Campsite: water and electric, dump station in campground

6. Paynes Creek Campground

Season: May 1 – Sep 8
Campsite: water and electric, dump station in campground

(Listed 12/22/2011)

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Available Hartwell Lake Volunteer Position – 2012

Campground Attendant at Milltown Campground - May 1, 2012 through Sept 3, 2012 (weekends only).

Location: Milltown campground is a group campground located in Hart County, GA, and only minutes away from Hartwell, GA. The campground has the following amenities: 4 group camp loops, shelters, shower/restroom facilities, water spigots, boat ramp, courtesy dock, playground, and dump station. The campground will be open from 7:00 am Friday through 2:00 pm Sunday.

Description: Duty hours will consist of approximately 30 hours per week. During weekends, the volunteer open the main gate at 7:00 am and close the gate at 10:00 pm. The volunteer will staff the gatehouse daily from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. in order to handle all business transactions. The Incumbent will be required to operate ORMS software, make reservations, check in campers, collect fees, and issue various passes, among other duties. Tact, diplomacy and courtesy shall be exercised whenever dealing with the public. The volunteer will perform three daily inspections of the campground, and observe campers to insure compliance with Title 36 Rules and Regulations. The volunteer will also perform minor maintenance within the assigned area. The duties will include litter/trash pickup, trash collection, raking, sweeping, clearing silt from ramp, fire extinction, cleaning fire ring, cleaning restrooms, stopped toilets, tripped breakers, etc. Any maintenance items that cannot be corrected easily should be reported to the Corps office for corrective action. All work will be conducted in a safe manner in compliance with Corps of Engineers safety regulations.

Qualifications: The selected Volunteer may be an individual or couple, though a couple is highly recommended. The Volunteer must be bondable. U.S.A.C.E. will pay costs associated with bonding of the selected person(s). Interested individuals should enjoy meeting and working with a variety of people of all ages, have good communication skills, be willing to commit to a long term agreement, and be able to maintain a set schedule. The incumbent must be mentally and physically able to meet the specifications in the job description. The volunteer must be able to demonstrate the basic skills necessary to operate a windows based, mouse driven computer program. There will be no training on basic computer operation. The incumbent is required to have a presentable, self-contained camping trailer to reside in, and provide valid driver’s license and proof of insurance. A separate vehicle or golf cart is highly recommended for transportation within the park. Park attendants will be required to provide all parts of the uniform except for the nametag and red vest, which will be provided by the government.

Benefits: Free campsite with water, sewer, and 50 amp electric and storage building. The government will supply trash bags, plungers, and applicable cleaning supplies and tools. (Listed 12/22/2011)

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Carters Lake - Click here for more lake information {off-site link} Contact: Jeffrey C. Pobieglo, P. O. Box 202, Oakman, GA 30732, (706) 334-2248 Fax (706) 334-2216 jeffrey.c.pobieglo@usace.army.mil

Park Attendant – May 01, 2012 to September 07, 2012. Volunteers will operate an entrance gatehouse to a day use area throughout the summer on Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays, and Holidays from noon until 6:00pm. Duties will involve, but not limited to; collecting fees, and distributing brochures, providing information, and supporting water safety initiatives. Volunteers may be required to provide a background check and must be bonded at government expense prior to volunteer services.

Special Skills: Enjoy meeting people and working with the public. (Listed 03/08/2012)

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Park Host – September or October 01, 2012 to March or April 30, 2013. Volunteers duties will involve, but not limited to; daily inspections by vehicle of assigned area, distributing brochures and providing information to the public, maintenance, wildlife and fisheries projects, and supporting water safety initiatives.

Special Skills: Enjoy working in the outdoors, hiking trails, working on wildlife and fisheries projects, meeting people, and working with the public. (Listed 03/08/2012)

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Iowa

Red Rock Lake Click here for more lake information [off-site link]
Contact: Eric T. VanDeZande, 1105 North Hwy T-15, Knoxville, IA 50138 (641) 828-7522 Ext. 6440
Fax: (641) 828-7952 eric.t.VanDeZande@usace.army.mil

DAY USE FEE COLLECTOR VOLUNTEER

Volunteer Work Period: Mid May - Mid September

Job Description: The Day Use Fee program at Lake Red Rock includes collecting fees at two beaches and five boat ramps. The volunteer will be required to become bonded and will be reimbursed for the cost of the bonding. The duties of the volunteer include collecting fees at the North Overlook Beach booth as well as retrieving self-depository boxes from the beaches and the boat ramps around the lake. The self-depository boxes will then be transported to the project office to be counted with a Corps of Engineers employee. The volunteer will be required to track their mileage to be reimbursed for travel while performing volunteer duties. A free full-service campsite is provided at the North Overlook Campground (site 19) during the volunteer’s work period. Volunteers must be able to work the entire work period. The volunteer will work five days a week with two days off in the middle of the week. Good communication skills are necessary. Volunteers must provide a safe, licensed, insured camping unit and vehicle and be at least 18 years old. Volunteers will wear provided volunteer uniform while performing volunteer duties. Applicants must be physically capable of performing job duties. Volunteers must have a friendly attitude with the public and portray a positive image of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. Training will be provided. Work will be performed according to safety guidelines provided by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. (Updated 11/28/2011)

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FIFIELD RECREATION AREA VOLUNTEER

Work Period: April – Mid October

Job Description: Fifield Recreation Area is a scenic picnic area with four shelters, two restrooms, a playground, and a Volksweg Trail trailhead. The duties of the volunteer in this area include cleaning the restrooms and shelters, removing trash, picking up litter, opening the park entrance gate and restroom buildings by 8:00 a.m., and mowing and trimming the grass. A John Deere tractor mounted mower and string trimmer with fuel and supplies will be provided by the Corps of Engineers. The Fifield Volunteer will also be responsible for cleaning the restroom at the Marina Cove, and emptying the trash receptacles. A John Deere Gator 4-wheel vehicle will be supplied for transportation from Fifield to the Marina. All of the cleaning supplies will be provided. A free full-service site is provided in the Fifield Recreation Area and the area is gated from 11:00 p.m. until 8:00 a.m. Volunteers must be able to work the entire work period. The volunteer will work five days a week with two days off in the middle of the week. Good communication skills are necessary. Volunteers must provide a safe, licensed, insured camping unit and vehicle and be at least 18 years old. Volunteers must wear provided volunteer uniform while performing volunteer duties. Applicants should be physically capable of performing job duties. Volunteers must have a friendly attitude with the public and portray a positive image of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. Training will be provided. Work will be performed according to safety guidelines provided by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. (Updated 11/28/2011)

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WHITEBREAST BEACH VOLUNTEER

Volunteer work period: Mid May - Mid September

Job Description: The Whitebreast Beach area includes an enclosed shelter house (Miner's Retreat), picnic tables, two vault toilets, a day use fee booth, a beach change/shower building and a beach. The duties of the volunteer in this area include cleaning the Miner’s Retreat shelter, completing pre and post inspections for special event permits at the Miner's Retreat shelter, cleaning vault toilets, cleaning the beach change/shower building, removing litter from the beach, removing trash from trash cans in the area, opening the beach entrance gate and change/shower building by 8:00a.m., and collecting fees at the day use fee booth. The volunteer will be required to track their mileage to be reimbursed for travel while performing fee remittance duties. The volunteer will also be required to become bonded and will be reimbursed for the cost of the bonding. All of the cleaning supplies will be provided. A free full-service campsite is provided at the Whitebreast Beach during the volunteer’s work period. Volunteers must be able to work the entire work period. The volunteer will work five days a week with two days off in the middle of the week. Good communication skills are necessary. Volunteers must provide a safe, licensed, insured camping unit and vehicle and be at least 18 years old. Volunteers will wear provided volunteer uniform while performing volunteer duties. Applicants must be physically capable of performing job duties. Volunteers must have a friendly attitude with the public and portray a positive image of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. Training will be provided. Work will be performed according to safety guidelines provided by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. (Updated 11/28/2011)

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NORTH OVERLOOK BEACH CONCESSION VOLUNTEER

Volunteer work period: Mid May - Mid September

Job Description: The North Overlook Beach Concession Volunteer position at Lake Red Rock includes staffing the concession building at North Overlook Beach. The volunteer will be required to become bonded and will be reimbursed for the cost of the bonding. Daily funds received shall be brought to the Visitor Center and deposited in the fee safe. The volunteer shall coordinate with the Red Rock Lake Association to ensure concession inventory is maintained and shall clean the concession area. The volunteer will be required to track their mileage to be reimbursed for travel while performing volunteer duties. A free full-service campsite is provided at the North Overlook Beach during the volunteer’s work period. Volunteers must be able to work the entire work period. The volunteer will work five days a week with two days off in the middle of the week. Good communication skills are necessary. Volunteers must provide a safe, licensed, insured camping unit and vehicle and be at least 18 years old. Volunteers will wear provided volunteer uniform while performing volunteer duties. Applicants must be physically capable of performing job duties. Volunteers must have a friendly attitude with the public and portray a positive image of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and Red Rock Lake Association. Training will be provided. Work will be performed according to safety guidelines provided by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. (Updated 11/28/2011)

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NORTH OVERLOOK FEE ATTENDANT VOLUNTEER

Volunteer work period: 24 April – 24 September

Job Description: The North Overlook Fee Attendant Volunteer position at Lake Red Rock includes staffing the Fee Booth at the North Overlook Campground. The volunteer will be required to become bonded and will be reimbursed for the cost of the bonding. The volunteer will follow Corps of Engineer guidelines for the collection and remittance of camping fees. The volunteer will be trained to use National Recreation Reservation Service software for registering of campers. The volunteer will be required to track their mileage to be reimbursed for travel while performing volunteer duties. A free, full-service campsite is provided at the North Overlook Campground during the volunteer’s work period. Volunteers must be able to work the entire work period. The volunteer will work four days in every ten-day period. Good communication skills are necessary. Volunteers must provide a safe, licensed, insured camping unit and vehicle and be at least 18 years old. Volunteers will wear provided volunteer uniform while performing volunteer duties. Applicants must be physically capable of performing job duties. Volunteers must have a friendly attitude with the public and portray a positive image of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. Training will be provided. Work will be performed according to safety guidelines provided by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. (Updated 11/28/2011)

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CAMPGROUND HOST

Volunteer Work Period: Mid May – Mid September

Job Description: Campground Hosts are utilized at four of the lake's major campgrounds: Wallashuck, Whitebreast, North Overlook and Howell Station. Hosts will staff campground registration booths from 11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. and greet incoming campers, answer questions regarding the National Recreation Reservation Service and provide visitors with other miscellaneous lake information. Volunteers will not collect money, but will provide information during the fee contractor's break period. A free campsite with electricity will be provided to the volunteer during their work period. Volunteers must be able to work the entire work period. The volunteer will work five days a week with two days off in the middle of the week. Good communication skills are necessary. Volunteers must provide a safe, licensed, insured camping unit and vehicle and be at least 18 years old. Volunteers will wear provided volunteer uniform while performing volunteer duties. Applicants must be physically capable of performing job duties. Volunteers must have a friendly attitude with the public and portray a positive image of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. Training will be provided. Work will be performed according to safety guidelines provided by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. (Updated 11/28/2011)

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WHITEBREAST LIGHT MAINTENANCE VOLUNTEER

Work Period: April - September

Job Description: Whitebreast Campground is a large scenic campground with a boat ramp, five shower buildings, four picnic shelters, six vault toilets, a youth camping area and one fish cleaning station. The duties of the volunteer in this area include cleaning out fire rings within the Whitebreast Campground and Youth Camp using a John Deere Gator 4 or 6-wheeler, performing custodial duties at the Whitebreast Youth Camp, performing custodial duties at the Whitebreast Campground area on Tuesdays and performing light maintenance duties at all Corps Recreation Areas as assigned. Custodial duties for the campground will include cleaning the five shower buildings, six vault toilets and the fish cleaning station. The volunteer will not be responsible for removing garbage from the garbage cans at the campsites. Mileage will be reimbursed for travel to other recreation areas to perform light maintenance duties (staining picnic tables, painting water fountains, etc.). The volunteer will be required to track their mileage to be reimbursed for travel while performing light maintenance duties. A free full-service campsite is provided at the Whitebreast Campground during the volunteer’s work period. Volunteers must be able to work the entire work period. The volunteer will work five days a week with two days off (determined by the volunteer coordinator). Good communication skills are necessary. Volunteers must provide a safe, licensed, insured camping unit and vehicle and be at least 18 years old. Volunteers will wear provided volunteer uniform while performing volunteer duties. Applicants must be physically capable of performing job duties. Volunteers must have a friendly attitude with the public and portray a positive image of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. Training will be provided. Work will be performed according to safety guidelines provided by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. (Updated 11/28/2011)

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VISITOR CENTER VOLUNTEER

Visitor Center Volunteer

Local Community Positions – No Campsite

Volunteer Work Period: May – Labor Day

Job Description: Volunteers will staff the Red Rock Visitor Center primarily during the week; however, weekends may be added. Duties will include greeting visitors, answering questions about the lake area, assisting ranger staff with groups participating in interpretive programs, caring for the visitor center animals, performing visitor surveys as needed, performing light maintenance, selling items from the visitor center cooperative store and other miscellaneous duties as needed. Volunteers must be able to work the entire work period. Good communication skills are necessary. Volunteers must be at least 18 years old. Volunteers will wear provided volunteer uniform while performing volunteer duties. Applicants must be physically capable of performing job duties. Volunteers must have a friendly attitude with the public and portray a positive image of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. Training will be provided. Work will be performed according to safety guidelines provided by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. (Updated 11/28/2011)

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VISITOR CENTER VOLUNTEER

Volunteer Work Period: Late May - Labor Day

Job Description: Volunteers will staff the Red Rock Visitor Center from 9:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. primarily on Thursdays and Fridays (some additional days may be added) between Memorial Day and Labor Day. Duties will include greeting visitors, answering questions about the lake area, assisting ranger staff with groups participating in interpretive programs, caring for the visitor center animals, performing visitor surveys as needed, performing light maintenance, selling items from the visitor center cooperative store and other miscellaneous duties as needed. A free full-service campsite in the Howell Station Campground (site 20) will be provided during the volunteer's work period. Volunteers must be able to work the entire work period. Good communication skills are necessary. Volunteers must provide a safe, licensed, insured camping unit and vehicle and be at least 18 years old. Volunteers will wear provided volunteer uniform while performing volunteer duties. Applicants must be physically capable of performing job duties. Volunteers must have a friendly attitude with the public and portray a positive image of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. Training will be provided. Work will be performed according to safety guidelines provided by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. (Updated 11/28/2011)

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VISITOR CENTER VOLUNTEER

Volunteer work period: Early May through Labor Day

Job Description: Volunteers will staff the Red Rock Visitor Center primarily on weekends but additional days may be added. Duties include greeting visitors, answering questions about the lake area, performing visitor surveys as needed, assisting ranger staff with groups participating in interpretive programs, performing light maintenance, selling books and other items from the visitor center cooperative store, caring for the visitor center animals, and performance of other miscellaneous duties as needed. Volunteer will be required to become bonded and will be reimbursed for the cost of the bonding. A free full-service campsite will be provided at Wallashuck Campground (site 32). Volunteers must be able to work the entire work period. Good communication skills are necessary. Volunteers must provide a safe, licensed, insured camping unit and vehicle and be at least 18 years old. Volunteers will wear provided volunteer uniform while performing volunteer duties. Applicants must be physically capable of performing job duties. Volunteers must have a friendly attitude with the public and portray a positive image of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. Training will be provided. Work will be performed according to safety guidelines provided by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. (Updated 11/28/2011)

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TRAIL MAINTENANCE VOLUNTEER

Volunteer Work Period: April through October

Job Description: Lake Red Rock has a 10 mile asphalt trail, Volksweg Trail, which winds its way from below the Red Rock Dam, along the north side of Lake Red Rock and ends at the Fifield Recreation Area. Trail maintenance will consist of but not be limited to picking up trash on or along the trail, clearing all rocks, pebbles, acorns, sticks, etc. from the paved trail surface. Volunteer will utilize a John Deere Gator and leaf blower (provided by the Corps of Engineers) to accomplish the majority of work; however, the volunteer will also need to sweep away debris by hand when the mechanized equipment is unable to remove it. In addition, the volunteer will also be responsible for cleaning fire rings in the recreation areas along the trail route (Howell Station, North Overlook, Wallashuck and Ivan’s Campgrounds). A free full-service campsite in Howell Station Campground (site 58) will be provided during the volunteer work period. Volunteers must be able to work the entire work period. The volunteer will work five days a week with two days off in the middle of the week. Good communication skills are necessary. Volunteers must provide a safe, licensed, insured camping unit and vehicle and be at least 18 years old. Volunteers will wear provided volunteer uniform while performing volunteer duties. Applicants must be physically capable of performing job duties. Volunteers must have a friendly attitude with the public and portray a positive image of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. Training will be provided. Work will be performed according to safety guidelines provided by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. (Updated 11/28/2011)

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NEST BOX VOLUNTEER

Duration of Work: April - August

Job Description: Volunteer will be responsible for maintenance of bluebird nesting boxes located throughout the lake area, and two purple martin houses located in the North Tailwater and South Tailwater Recreation Areas. Volunteer will prepare structures for nesting of target species, document findings on nesting success and make repairs or replace structures as needed. A free, full-service campsite in Howell Station Campground will be provided during the work period. The volunteer will be required to track their mileage to be reimbursed for travel while performing nest box duties. Volunteer must have some knowledge of eastern bluebird and purple martin habits. Volunteers must also provide their own transportation to and from each nesting site. Volunteer capable of minor woodworking skills is preferred. Volunteers must be able to work the entire work period. Good communication skills are necessary. Volunteers must provide a safe, licensed, insured camping unit and vehicle and be at least 18 years old. Volunteers will wear provided volunteer uniform while performing volunteer duties. Applicants must be physically capable of performing job duties. Volunteers must have a friendly attitude with the public and portray a positive image of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. Training will be provided. Work will be performed according to safety guidelines provided by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. (Updated 11/28/2011)

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WALLASHUCK CUSTODIAL VOLUNTEER

Duration of Work: April - October

Job Description: Wallashuck Campground is a medium-sized, scenic campground with eighty campsites, three shower buildings, one vault toilet, a picnic shelter, fish cleaning station and a boat ramp (used only at high water levels). The Wallashuck Custodial Volunteers will perform the following duties: clean the shower buildings and restrooms, dump station, vault toilet, picnic shelter and the surfaces of the fish cleaning station. The volunteer will be required to track their mileage to be reimbursed for travel while performing custodial duties. All cleaning supplies will be furnished by the government. A free full-service campsite is provided at the Wallashuck Campground during the volunteer’s work period. Volunteers must be able to work the entire work period. The volunteer will work five days a week with two days off (determined by the volunteer coordinator). Good communication skills are necessary. Volunteers must provide a safe, licensed, insured camping unit and vehicle and be at least 18 years old. Volunteers will wear provided volunteer uniform while performing volunteer duties. Applicants must be physically capable of performing job duties. Volunteers must have a friendly attitude with the public and portray a positive image of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. Training will be provided. Work will be performed according to safety guidelines provided by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. (Updated 11/28/2011)

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WALLASHUCK MOWING VOLUNTEER

Duration of Work: April - October

Job Description: Wallashuck Campground is a medium-sized, scenic campground with eighty campsites and approximately thirty acres of lawn to be mowed. The duties of the mowing volunteer will be to provide mowing services and dump the fish cleaning station garbage. A John Deere tractor mounted mower with fuel and supplies will be provided by the Corps of Engineers. Garbage bags (for the fish cleaning station) will also be provided by the government. The volunteer will be required to track their mileage to be reimbursed for travel while performing volunteer duties. A free full-service campsite is provided at the Wallashuck Campground during the volunteer’s work period. Volunteers must be able to work the entire work period. The volunteer will work five days a week with two days off (determined by the volunteer coordinator). Good communication skills are necessary. Volunteers must provide a safe, licensed, insured camping unit and vehicle and be at least 18 years old. Volunteers will wear provided volunteer uniform while performing volunteer duties. Applicants must be physically capable of performing job duties. Volunteers must have a friendly attitude with the public and portray a positive image of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. Training will be provided. Work will be performed according to safety guidelines provided by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. (Updated 11/28/2011)

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WALLASHUCK TRIMMING VOLUNTEER

Duration of Work: April - October

Job Description: Wallashuck Campground is a medium-sized, scenic campground with eighty campsites, three shower buildings, one vault toilet, a picnic shelter, fish cleaning station and a boat ramp (used only at high water levels). The Wallashuck Trimming Volunteers will perform the following duties: trim all weeds and grasses in the Wallashuck Campground, clean the shower buildings and restrooms on Tuesdays and Wednesdays and performing light maintenance duties at Corps Recreation Areas as assigned. The volunteer will be required to track their mileage to be reimbursed for travel while performing custodial duties. A string trimmer with fuel and supplies and all cleaning supplies will be furnished by the government. A free campsite with electricity, the ability to fill with water close-by and a 40-gallon tank tote will be provided at the Wallashuck Campground (site 60A) during the volunteer’s work period. Volunteers must be able to work the entire work period. The volunteer will work five days a week with two days off (determined by the volunteer coordinator). Good communication skills are necessary. Volunteers must provide a safe, licensed, insured camping unit and vehicle and be at least 18 years old. Volunteers will wear provided volunteer uniform while performing volunteer duties. Applicants must be physically capable of performing job duties. Volunteers must have a friendly attitude with the public and portray a positive image of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. Training will be provided. Work will be performed according to safety guidelines provided by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. (Updated 11/28/2011)

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VAN’S RECREATION AREA VOLUNTEER

Work Period: April - September

Job Description: Ivan’s Campground is a popular riverside campground with 22 campsites, one shower building, and a fish cleaning station. The Ivan’s volunteer will perform the following duties: clean the shower building, refuse removal, mow and trim approximately 3 acres of lawn in the campground, clean water fountains, and collect camping fees. A John Deere tractor mounted mower and a John Deere Gator 4 or 6-wheeler with fuel and supplies will be provided by the Corps of Engineers to perform mowing operations and haul trash to the South Tailwater dumpsters. The volunteer will be required to become bonded and will be reimbursed for the cost of the bonding. The volunteer will be required to track their mileage to be reimbursed for travel while performing volunteer duties. A free full-service campsite will be provided at the Ivan’s campground during the volunteer’s work period. Volunteers must be able to work the entire work period. Good communication skills are necessary. Volunteers must provide a safe, licensed, insured camping unit and vehicle and be at least 18 years old. Volunteers will wear provided volunteer uniform while performing volunteer duties. Applicants must be physically capable of performing job duties. Volunteers must have a friendly attitude with the public and portray a positive image of the U. S. Army Corps of Engineers. Training will be provided. Work will be performed according to safety guidelines provided by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. (Updated 11/28/2011)

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Coralville Lake Click here for more lake information [off-site link]
Contact: Jeffrey H. Peck, 2850 Prairie DuChien Road N. E., Iowa City, IA 52240-7820, (319) 338-3543 ext 6310
(319) 354-4466-Fax jeffrey.h.peck@usace.army.mil

Mehaffey Boat Ramp Host- Volunteer Work Period: May 17, 2012 to September 1, 2012.
VOLUNTEER COUPLE wanted to provide visitor assistance at Mehaffey Boat Ramp on Saturdays, Sundays & holidays from May 17th through Labor Day weekend, September 4th. Responsibilities include:

• greeting boaters and visitors as they enter the area

• providing self-registration envelopes to boat ramp users

• giving directions on where to park

• explaining the day use fee when necessary

Mehaffey boat ramp is a four lane ramp and very busy on weekends. There are approximately 140 parking spaces on the ramp side of the road. Overflow parking is available across Mehaffey Bridge Road. The work is physically demanding in that volunteer's) will be on his/her feet for extended periods of time assisting users and visitors. Volunteers should be capable of doing a great deal of walking on a large blacktop parking area that is exposed to the sun. When not dealing with visitors, the workplace consists of your personal vehicle and a small registration booth. Some shade is available via temporary awning. (Updated 08/26/2011)

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Coralville Lake Visitor Center - Click here for more lake information [off-site link] Contact: Terry J. Escher, 2850 Prairie DuChien Road N. E., Iowa City, IA 52240-7820, (319) 338-3543 Fax (319) 353-4466 terry.j.escher@usace.army.mil

LOCAL COMMUNITY VOLUNTEER

Volunteer work period: Early May through Labor Day Job Description: Volunteer from the local community (not camping at a Corps park) will staff the Coralville Lake Visitor Center at least three hours per week from 6:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. (Tuesday evenings). Primary duties will include greeting visitors and running the weekly free movie. Training will be provided for operating the equipment. Another duty will be popping pop corn and bagging it for the visitors.

Other miscellaneous duties may include answering questions about the lake area, performing visitor surveys as needed, assisting ranger staff with groups participating in interpretive programs, performing light maintenance, selling books and other items from the visitor center cooperative store, and performing other miscellaneous duties as needed. Volunteers must be able to work the entire work period. Good communication skills are necessary. Volunteers must provide their own transportation to and from the Visitor Center at the lake and be at least 18 years old. Volunteers will wear provided volunteer uniform while performing volunteer duties. Applicants must be physically capable of performing job duties. Volunteers must have a friendly attitude with the public and portray a positive image of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. Training will be provided. Work will be performed according to safety guidelines provided by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. (Updated 08/26/2011)

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VISITOR CENTER VOLUNTEER STAFF

Volunteer work period: Early May through Labor Day

Job Description: Volunteers will staff the Coralville Lake Visitor Center primarily on weekends but additional days may be added. Duties include greeting visitors, answering questions about the lake area, performing visitor surveys as needed, assisting ranger staff with groups participating in interpretive programs, performing light maintenance, selling books and other items from the visitor center cooperative store, and performance of other miscellaneous duties as needed. A free full-service campsite will be provided at Linder Point Campground. Volunteers must be able to work the entire work period and good communication skills are necessary. Volunteers must provide a safe, licensed, insured camping unit and vehicle and be at least 18 years old. Volunteers will wear provided volunteer uniform while performing volunteer duties. Applicants must be physically capable of performing job duties. Volunteers must have a friendly attitude with the public and portray a positive image of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. Training will be provided. Work will be performed according to safety guidelines provided by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. (Updated 08/26/2011)

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CAMPFIRE PROGRAM HOST

Work Period: Memorial Day through Labor Day

Description of Duties: Volunteer will work Saturday evenings primarily at the Sugar Bottom Campground introducing the campfire program which usually starts at 7:00 p.m. This start time can be variable per the program presenter’s preference. Programs usually last a minimum of one hour, some last up to two hours, depending on the program and the audience.

Good communication skills are necessary. Volunteers must provide their own transportation to and from the Sugar Bottom Campground and be at least 18 years old. Volunteers will wear provided volunteer uniform while performing volunteer duties. Applicants must be physically capable of performing job duties. Volunteers must have a friendly attitude with the public and portray a positive image of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. Training will be provided. Work will be performed according to safety guidelines provided by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers . (Updated 08/26/2011)

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INTERPRETIVE GUIDE

Work Period: May 1 through 30 October.

Description of Duties: This volunteer will present a variety of programs which will range from Visitor Center and Dam tours to guided walks in the Devonian Fossil Gorge or any of a wide range of programs such as water safety presentations at the beach, nature walks, nature craft programs, and outdoor skills of any kind. Water safety is our main interest and will make up the majority of the programming. This is a chance to use your creativity and have fun outside.

Good communication skills are necessary. Volunteers must provide their own transportation to and from the Coralville Lake office and Visitor Center and be at least 18 years old. A valid driver’s license is also necessary in order to drive a government vehicle to the program site. Although water safety is a major proponent of our programming, the volunteer does NOT need to be any kind of certified life guard or such. There will be no actual water rescue skills required.

Volunteers will wear provided volunteer uniform while performing volunteer duties. Applicants must be physically capable of performing job duties. Volunteers must have a friendly attitude with the public and portray a positive image of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. Training will be provided as necessary. Work will be performed according to safety guidelines provided by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. (Updated 08/26/2011)

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Saylorville Lake Click here for more lake information [off-site link]
Contact: Phillip D. Rustad 5600 NW 78th Ave., Johnston, IA 50131,
(515) 276-4656 ext. 6518 phillip.d.rustad@usace.army.mil

Available Saylorville Lake Volunteer Positions – 2012

Cleaning Host - Roving (North)

Job Description: The Cleaning Host maintains cleanliness at picnic, campground, and boat ramp areas from mid April – mid October. Park facilities being cleaned by volunteers are traditionally lightly used. Cleaning days assigned in more popular recreation areas are days with the lowest usage. Duties will include opening gates, cleaning restrooms, servicing trash receptacles, posting shelter reservations and picking up litter and debris. Facilities and Grounds are cleaned in the mornings daily. Volunteers will average 21 hours of service per week with days off Sunday and Monday. The host must provide their own reliable, licensed vehicle, fuel, and insurance to transport cleaning materials and hauling trash. Volunteers must maintain a valid driver’s license. The estimated mileage for this position is 45 miles per week. Volunteers will be provided a full hook up campsite with water, electric and sewer hookups in Sandpiper Recreation Area.