Elliott Key Harbor Host
ORGANIZATION: Biscayne National Park
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Have we been looking for you all our life!? We are looking for couple (or a single!) who would be interested in lending their talents to Biscayne National Park in exchange for the chance to 'winter' in South Florida. If you can donate 32hrs/week/person, we can give you dockspace and housing November 1, 2017-April 30, 2018...free of charge.
Some duties will include working at a remote island, informal interpretation with island campers, informing visitors about island regulations, general maintenance, assisting with environmental education camps, and various other tasks. Park staff will work with hired individuals to steamline park needs with individual's talents.
The ideal person/people should be fit and work well on a team. They should be flexible with their time and talents, and enjoy working with the public. Independent work a MUST.
Weekend work is required. Some night work required. NPS experience preferred, though not required. Small pets OK. Harbor Hosts are responsible for transportation from mainland to Elliott Key. Draft of boat should be no more than 2.5 feet due to Elliott Key Harbor depth. Shared house available at Elliott Key. Dock space provided at Elliott Key and on mainland for days off. Mainland dock has water and electricty (30amp) hookups. Pump out station at marina next door.
More opportunities with Biscayne National Park
No additional volunteer opportunities at this time.
About Biscayne National Park
Location:
9700 SW 328th Street, Homestead, FL 33033, US
Mission Statement
Biscayne National Park provides for a unique volunteer experience. We aim to give individuals the opportunity to make a difference in a place of great natural beauty. In an attempt to balance use and preservation, Biscayne is committed to the long term preservation of its 172,971 acres, most of which is under water. Aquatic and marine-based service oriented projects help to further the protection and preservation of this South Florida treasure.
Description
Within sight of downtown Miami, yet worlds away, Biscayne protects a rare combination of aquamarine waters, emerald islands, and fish-bejeweled coral reefs. Here too is evidence of 10,000 years of human history, from pirates and shipwrecks to pineapple farmers and presidents.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
Biscayne National Park9700 SW 328th StreetHomestead, FL 33033
DATE POSTED
October 11, 2017
SKILLS
- People Skills
- Project Management
- Habitat Restoration
- Landscaping
- Multi-Tasking
- Environmental Education
GOOD FOR
- People 55+
REQUIREMENTS
- Driver's License Needed
- Background Check
- Must be at least 30
- Orientation or Training
- 32hrs/week/person for 6 months
- fit, flexible, adaptable, must have own shallow draft boat with live aboard accommodations