Nike Missile Site Interpretive Volunteer
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Interested in military history? Help visitors at one of the country’s only restored Nike Missile
Sites. During the Cold War, the Nike Missile Site here in the Marin Headlands was one of many
sites acting as the United States’s last line of defense against a nuclear attack from the Soviet
Union. Help visitors engage and connect with this troubling time in history as an Interpretation
volunteer! Volunteers lead tours of the site, facilitate discussions around the military history of
our park, and help protect our park’s natural and cultural resources. Be a part of this site’s
important history!
Responsibilities Include:
- Work at a busy park site helping answer visitor questions about the park, the history of the Nike Missile Site, and helping swear in Junior Rangers.
- Lead guided tours/talks of the site which last about 45 minutes to 1 hour and engage the public.
- Work with park staff and other volunteers to support the mission of the National Park Service.
- Record visitor contacts and program attendance numbers.
Volunteer Requirements:
- Personal vehicle/transportation to the Nike Missile Site.
- Ability to comfortably stand for long periods of time while engaging with the public.
- The Nike Missile Site is open to the public on Thursdays, Fridays, & Saturdays from 12:00 - 3:00 PM. Preferred time commitment at least 1 day per month for a 3 hour shift.
Skills Needed/Preferred:
- Enjoy working with a diverse public
- Ability to communicate effectively with the public and with park staff.
- Knowledge of local area and resources
- Willingness and eagerness to try and learn new things/skills
- Bilingual (preferred)
Benefits to Volunteer:
- Help engage people from all over the world by facilitating meaningful and engaging learning and programming for visitors of the Marin Headlands
- Develop skills in research, public speaking, and audience-centered engagement
- Enjoy the scenery, wildlife, and cultural resources of an amazing national park unit
- Opportunity for personal/professional development with the National Park Service
- Opportunities to participate in training and education in various departments within the National Park Service
- Opportunities to work with staff and volunteers from diverse backgrounds that share a common interest and passion for preserving and protecting our national/public lands
Start Date - 2024-10-01
End Date - 2025-10-01
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.
