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Visitor Center Host - Backups
ORGANIZATION: Deer Flat National Wildlife Refuge
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4 people are interested
Summary: Staff the refuge Visitor Center on morning (8am-12pm) or afternoon(12pm-4pm) shifts of weekdays in which regular hosts are unavailable.
Description: Help staff the front desk at Deer Flat National Wildlife Refuge Visitor Center. During your shift, you will:
- Greet refuge visitors and answer their questions about refuge wildlife and recreational activities.
- Keep the Visitor Center tidy and restock brochures and flyers.
- Track visitation.
- Answer the phone.
- Operate videos upon request.
- Help with office tasks like shredding papers or folding brochures.
- Optionally, open the Grebe's Nest Nature Store and manage sales during your shift.
How to Apply: To apply, or if you have questions about the volunteer program or other available opportunities, please email deerflat@fws.gov.
Clarification:Please note that submitting your application through this platform does not guarantee automatic enrollment for a shift. If you do apply through this platform, we will contact you regarding the next steps in the process.
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About Deer Flat National Wildlife Refuge
Location:
13751 Upper Embankment Road, Nampa, ID 83686, US
Mission Statement
The mission of the National Wildlife Refuge System is to work with others, to conserve, protect and enhance fish, wildlife, and plants and their habitats for the continuing benefit of the American people.
Description
Deer Flat National Wildlife Refuge, founded by President Theodore Roosevelt on February 25, 1909, is one of the oldest refuges in the National Wildlife Refuge System (NWRS).
Managed by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, the System preserves a network of lands and waters set aside for the conservation and management of the nation's fish, wildlife, and plant resources for the benefit of present and future generations.
Deer Flat National Wildlife Refuge needs your talents, enthusiasm, and time! If you appreciate and are concerned about the refuge and its wildlife, then consider becoming a refuge volunteer.
CAUSE AREAS
Animals,
Community,
Environment
WHEN
We'll work with your schedule.
WHERE
Deer Flat National Wildlife Refuge13751 Upper Embankment RoadNampa, ID 83686
(43.56078 ,-116.66607 )
DATE POSTED
March 12, 2025
SKILLS
- Environmental Education
- Office Reception
GOOD FOR
- People 55+
REQUIREMENTS
- Driver's License Needed
- Must be at least 16
- Orientation or Training
- Weekday shifts are four hours (8am-12pm or 12pm-4pm) on weekdays (Mon-Fri). As a backup, you can fill in for gaps in the schedule based on your availability.
- Must undergo interview and training.