Entrance Ambassador 2024-25
ORGANIZATION: National Park Service
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Help us give a warm welcome to visitors at the busy entrance to Joshua Tree National Park!
Entrance ambassadors will assist fee rangers at the entrance by checking park passes, answering visitor questions, and assisting staff in efficiently processing visitor vehicles. Volunteers will also be expected to collect park fees and issue passes upon completion of a federal background check. This position requires long periods of standing and directing traffic. Volunteer will work both inside and outside of the entrance booth.
Volunteer may also assist staff inside the park by providing traffic management and visitor assistance at parking lots, trailheads, and campgrounds as appropriate. Volunteer is required to wear the provided uniform when on duty.
Applicants must currently live within 60 minutes commuting distance to Joshua Tree National Park - no housing or camping is available.
Applicants must be available for at least one of the following weekly shifts October 2024 through April 2025:
Friday 8am - 1pm
Friday 1pm - 6pm
Saturday 8am - 1pm
Saturday 1pm - 6pm
Sunday 8am - 1pm
Sunday 1pm - 6pm
Applicants must be available to volunteer on holidays that fall on their scheduled shift day. A volunteer's position may be extended at the discretion of the volunteer and their supervisor.
Start Date - 2024-10-01
End Date - 2025-04-27
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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
WHEN
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WHERE
74485 National Park DriveTwentynine Palms, CA 92277
(34.128696 ,-116.03762 )
DATE POSTED
August 22, 2024
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REQUIREMENTS
- Sunday;Friday;Saturday