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Jamestown, KY 42629
Join the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service volunteer team at the Wolf Creek National Fish Hatchery Visitor/Environmental Education Center! We are currently seeking 2-person teams to help staff our Center and assist in our outreach activities for January 2025-June 2025. 3 month minimum preferred. Duties include: m eeting/greeting public; answering questions; fielding phone calls; performing majority of cleaning (including center restrooms) & minor maintenance; leading tours and helping with field trips; caring for live animals; operating center gift shop; issuing hunting/fishing licenses; stocking/tracking/brochures; helping plan/prepare special events, workshops and outreach programs. In exchange for an average of 20-27 hours/person/week, work camper volunteers receive a full hook up (FHU) deluxe campsite-- level gravel lot, picnic table, fire ring; 50-30 amp service, water and sewer hook ups. Onsite laundry and limited WiFi (no streaming). Complimentary propane offered during winter months. Start Date - 2025-01-01 End Date - 2025-06-30 Activities include: Conservation Education;Fish/Wildlife;General Assistance;Tour Guide/Interpretation;Visitor Information
Date Posted: Nov 8, 2023
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Jackson, WY 83001
Duties and Expectations Duties include a variety of maintenance tasks, as well as occasional work with other Refuge staff members from various divisions. RV Pads are the only housing options at the National Elk Refuge. Duties Perform activities of a general nature necessary for the proper operation, maintenance, and repair of buildings, grounds, walks, roads, and vehicles. This includes but is not limited to minor carpentry, plumbing, electrical work, painting / staining, trash removal, sorting recycling, and other duties as assigned. Carry out lawn and landscaping duties, including but not limited to watering, mowing, weeding, trimming, and other activities as instructed. Operate small pickup trucks, other vehicles, or small equipment. Activities that involve the operation and maintenance of ATVs include mandatory training which will be provided. Exert moderate to heavy physical effort while operating equipment, lifting trash containers, moving tables and benches, etc. The incumbent will be expected to routinely lift and carry items weighing 30-50 pounds. Budget Routinely monitor consumable supplies and report needed resupply items to supervisor in a timely manner. Understand the general process for obtaining supplies and materials; no purchases or agreements for reimbursements should be made without prior approval or appropriate paperwork. Communications Work cooperatively with supervisor, Refuge staff, staff from partner agencies, contractors, other volunteers, and the public to create a positive work environment. Routinely communicate with supervisor regarding daily operations. Keep supervisor apprised of any sensitive issues or potential problems that may affect operations or working relationships. Conditions of Employment Work Schedule The length of each volunteer’s season will be agreed upon by the individual/couple and Volunteer Coordinator. Changes to the season start date or end date must be discussed and approved by both parties. Volunteer work schedules and dates are based on Refuge needs; volunteers should adhere to National Elk Refuge Summer Maintenance Volunteer agreed upon dates and should not change arrival or departure dates without discussion and consent of the Volunteer Coordinator. Work schedules may vary but must total a minimum of 24 hours/couple and 32hours/individuals per week for those receiving Refuge RV Pads. To accommodate operations, shift work may vary and may not remain constant throughout the season. Weekend and holiday work may be required. Lieu days may not remain consistent throughout the season.. Working Conditions and Requirements Indoor and outdoor work is required. Temperatures may greatly vary. Work will require physical exertion, including the ability to lift up to 50 pounds. Average agility and dexterity are required. Successful completion of an online defensive driving course and additional paperwork is required before driving government vehicles. Start Date - 2024-05-15 End Date - 2024-10-30 Activities include: Campground Maintenance;Construction/Maintenance;General Assistance
Date Posted: Nov 16, 2023
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Flagstaff, AZ 86001
The administrative support volunteer at Arizona Ecological Services - Flagstaff will work directly with the rare plant ecologist and administrative staff in scanning, naming, sorting, and filing important documents into boxes for National Archive and Records Administration. This is important work, that will help ensure permanent records are available to researchers and will be kept at Federal Records Centers. This would be an excellent opportunity for the right individual who is organized, dependable, and has an interest in rare plants. This opportunity will occur every Friday and is expected to be completed by June 2024. No housing is available. A background check may be necessary for this position. The person selected should have the ability to climb stairs, as offices are located on the 2nd floor. For more information, please contact staff by email. Start Date - 2023-10-01 End Date - 2024-06-01 Activities include: Botany;Computers;General Assistance;Planning Office/Clerical;Research/Librarian
Date Posted: Nov 17, 2023
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Tulelake, CA 96134
This is a visitor center host position at the Tule Lake National Wildlife Refuge Visitor Center, located in Tulelake, California. Duties for this position include providing orientation and information to visitors; answering the telephone and other information requests; performing opening and closing duties at the center; performing minor maintenance and cleaning of the visitor use areas. Volunteers in this position should have the ability to communicate with a wide variety of visitors while maintaining a positive attitude, show enthusiasm for serving the public, and expresses a desire to learn. No experience is required. Applicants must have a valid driver’s license. On-site orientation, training, and a uniform will be provided and required to wear while on-duty. Please list at least two references on your application. If applying as a couple, please provide both applicant names. Passing a background check is required. SKILLS Clerical/Office Machines Visitor Information Working with People Start Date - 2024-04-01 End Date - 2024-10-30
Date Posted: Dec 3, 2023
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Valentine, NE 69201
Location and Area Information: The 72,000 acre Valentine National Wildlife Refuge lies in the heart of the beautiful Nebraska Sandhills, a vast area of grass blanketed sand dunes, which flow across north-central Nebraska. Lakes and marshes in the valleys and prairie grasses in the hills and meadows provide habitat for many kinds of wildlife. Pristine lakes, vast expanses of native prairie, and abundant fish and wildlife provide great opportunities to bird watch, hike, hunt, and fish. You can experience the vastness of the prairie from the observation deck located on the old fire tower at the west end of Hackberry Lake. The Refuge office is located 30 miles south of the town of Valentine, which has a variety of shops, restaurants, and grocery stores. The RV pad is located within the Sub-HQ area on the shores of beautiful Hackberry Lake, which is 16 miles from the Refuge Office. Cell coverage is limited, AT&T, US Cellular and Verizon Wireless work. Dates: We are looking for a volunteer that is available throughout the summer months, but the start and end dates for this position are flexible. Requirements: We are recruiting for RV volunteers for a minimum of 3 months (summer months). Must be willing to volunteer 24 hours per week single, or per couple. Interest or background in working on maintenance projects ( groundskeeping, mechanics, carpentry, etc..) Must be in good physical condition and have the ability to work in warm temperatures and sun. Must be able to work independently and have the ability to load mowers and ATVs onto and off a trailer, and perform general maintenance on equipment. Training will be provided. RV Pad: The Refuge will provide a full hook-up, 50-amp concrete trailer pad on beautiful Hackberry Lake, plus access to free garbage and laundry facilities, and access to WiFi. Contact: For any questions, please contact Refuge Manager Juancarlos Giese at juancarlos_giese@fws.gov or 402-322-0214 (cell phone) Start Date - 2024-06-03 End Date - 2024-08-30 Activities include: Construction/Maintenance;Fish/Wildlife;Other;Range/Livestock
Date Posted: Oct 23, 2023
