Traffic and Parking Volunteer

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July 4 "Community Picnic in the Park" event

• Do you want to throw one of the most significant July 4 th celebrations in the region?
• Do you want to help your family, friends, and neighbors enjoy a free community event where guests can play and learn about US history?
• Do you have the grit and time to perform one of the most essential responsibilities of the day?

The July 4th Community Picnic in the Park at Valley Forge National Historical Park is an extremely popular and free annual community event that generates thousands of visitors. We are looking for friendly and assertive volunteers to welcome families to the celebration, guide visitors where to drive and park, and provide important event information. Volunteers will be standing outside on pavement. All volunteers (or a group leader) will attend an important orientation. Details forthcoming.

Benefits

• [For groups] Highly visible public position where your organization will be seen and identifiable.
• [For groups] Public recognition in the form of the park’s social media accounts.
• Opportunity to enhance customer service skills and make a positive 1st impression to the park.

Position Responsibilities

• Provides control of vehicular movement to aid in reducing traffic congestion and parking. Periods of high intensity. Requires the ability to quickly solve problems, remain calm, follow directions, and provide respectful yet assertive instructions to drivers. Unless agreed to in advance, an entire shift will be approximately 9:30am-3:30pm.

• Ability to reliably perform the Position Responsibilities.
• Ability to stand on hard surfaces (e.g. parking lot) in hot and humid conditions for several hours. [We will provide breaks, refreshments, and any necessary safety equipment.]
• 18 years or older with a working cell phone.

To Apply

If you have additional questions contact Mr. Khiet Luong, Volunteer and Youth Program Coordinator, Valley Forge National Historical Park: 610.783.1061 or Khiet_Luong@nps.gov.