Volunteer Opportunities
"Spring Thing" volunteer at Smith Rock State Park
Contact Marlo Russell
503-861-3170 ext 24
marlo.russell@oregon.gov

Visitor Services Host

Fort Stevens State Park

Needed From January 1, 2019
Needed To April 30, 2019

Assigned Tasks:

·         Engage Guests to Provide Exceptional Customer Service

·         Provide information to visitors by serving in a small information center

·         Answer questions regarding park information, rules, local area services and attractions

·         Rent bicycles, adjust seats, air tires and any other minor bicycle repairs

·         Be familiar with Junior Ranger Program, History and Tsunami Quests, and the Lewis and  Clark Jr Ranger        Program

·         General housekeeping of Visitor Center

·         Stocking brochures and fliers

Requirements: Meet all of the physical requirements listed below. Ability to safely perform duties as directed by park staff, use state approved cleaning supplies, and drive vehicles.

Desired Attributes: Strong customer service skills, Desire to serve in high visitation coastal park, Effective Communication. Attention to detail.

Physical Requirements: Ability to bend, twist, sweep

Training Provided:  Park staff will provide training on overview of the OPRD Junior Ranger program and the Lewis and Clark Junior Ranger program.  A Park Host manual is loaned to each host to be used throughout your stay.  An Emergency Procedures Manual provides guidance in dealing with minor and major events. A list of contacts will give hosts points of contact with park staff for any issues requiring assistance.

Tools and Equipment Usage: brooms, mops, dustpans, and OPRD approved cleaning supplies.