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Visitor Services and Engagement - West Side

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ORGANIZATION: National Park Service

Rocky Mountain National Park is seeking volunteers to join the Interpretation and Education team on the west side of the park!


Housing is NOT available for this opportunity.


The volunteer will provide information and informal interpretation to visitors about natural and cultural history of the park at the Kawuneeche Visitor Center, at Holzwarth Historic Site, and/or other popular locations.


More about the position and duties:

  • Assist visitors with orientation and trip planning at the Kawuneeche Visitor Center or breezeway.
  • Work outside at Holzwarth Historic Site to provide informal interpretation about the site and the park.
  • May assist staff with managing wildlife jams in parking lots and in roadways.
  • May rove trails on foot (up to one mile) and provide orientation, informal interpretation, and safety messaging.
  • May assist staff in presenting guided snowshoe hikes to the public.
  • May be required to use Government vehicles for certain duties - otherwise are authorized to use their personal vehicle to travel to and from duty stations.
  • May be required to complete a background investigation.
  • CPR/First Aid training may be required.


In your application, please describe your experience visiting/familiarity with the west side of Rocky Mountain National Park. This information can be included under the 'Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities' section of the application.

Start Date - 2025-06-01

End Date - 2025-12-31

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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

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WHERE

1000 US Hwy 36Estes Park, CO 80517

(40.36622,-105.56059)
 

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