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Interagency Visitor Center Assistant, 4 Weeks, September

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ORGANIZATION: National Park Service

Volunteer Job Description: Interagency Visitor Center Assistant


Location: King Salmon, Alaska

Position Type: Volunteer

Duration: August 30th through September 30th, 2025


Overview:


Join us in a rewarding volunteer position at our Interagency Visitor Center located in the charming, isolated town of King Salmon. This vibrant community, while limited in resources, features a local grocery store and a welcoming atmosphere. As a Volunteer Interagency Visitor Center Assistant, you will play a vital role in enhancing the visitor experience, assisting with trip planning, and contributing to the local and park community.


Key Responsibilities:


- Customer Service: Provide exceptional service to visitors at the Interagency Visitor Center, addressing inquiries, providing information about local attractions, and assisting with trip planning.

- Park Partner Bookstore Operations:

- Assist with daily operations of the park partner bookstore, including making sales, balancing cash tills, and ensuring accurate financial reporting.

- Restock merchandise and maintain the organization and cleanliness of the bookstore.


- Event and Program Support:

- Assist in planning and executing community events, educational programming, and outreach initiatives.

- Collaborate with park staff and community members to promote local heritage and conservation efforts.


- Park Correspondence: Aid in responding to park correspondence, including managing visitor inquiries through various communication channels.


- Cross-Training Opportunity: Gain valuable experience by participating in cross-training at the Brooks Camp location of the park.


Qualifications:


- Customer Service Skills: Strong experience in customer service and a genuine desire to help visitors and community members.


- Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with a friendly and approachable demeanor.

- Independence: Ability to work independently and take initiative in a small, remote setting.


- Adaptability: Flexibility to handle a variety of tasks and adapt to the evolving needs of the center and community events.


Benefits:


- Gain valuable experience in a unique and beautiful natural setting.

- Opportunity to contribute meaningfully to visitor experiences and community engagement.

- Build skills in customer service, operations, and event management.

- Housing provided


If you are passionate about customer service and eager to engage with visitors and the local community of King Salmon, we encourage you to apply for this exciting volunteer opportunity. Your contributions will have a lasting impact on the visitor experience and the local community!

Start Date - 2025-08-30

End Date - 2025-09-30

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About National Park Service

Location:

1849 C Street NW, Washington, DC 20240, US

Mission Statement

The National Park Service preserves unimpaired the natural and cultural resources and values of the National Park System for the enjoyment, education, and inspiration of this and future generations. The Park Service cooperates with partners to extend the benefits of natural and cultural resource conservation and outdoor recreation throughout this country and the world.

Description

The U.S. National Park Service, www.nps.gov, cares for special places saved by the American people so that all may experience our heritage. We care for more than 400 national parks and help communities preserve their historic places and open spaces.

CAUSE AREAS

Arts & Culture
Environment
Sports & Recreation
Arts & Culture, Environment, Sports & Recreation

WHEN

We'll work with your schedule.

WHERE

1000 Silver StreetKing Salmon, AK 99613

(58.69373,-156.66641)
 

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