Spend winter exploring Wind Cave National Park, home to the seventh longest cave in the world. Established in 1903, this unique park located in the beautiful Black Hills of southwest South Dakota consists of 33,000 acres of mixed grass prairie and ponderosa pine ecosystems. Free roaming bison, elk, prairie dogs and other associated wildlife overlie the most complex cave on earth.
This 40-hour per week position works closely with a dedicated team of frontline staff to provide a variety of visitor services including cave tours and supporting educational programs. Selectees gain experience in formal interpretation, educational programming, fee collection, and more. Furnished on-site housing is provided at no cost to the selectee. A stipend of $160/week and a one-time payment of up to $300 to defray travel costs are provided, along with a volunteer uniform. Anticipated entry date is 11/04/2024 through mid-April 2025.
Visit www.nps.gov/wica for more information about the park.
To apply please submit a brief resume to marvin_achtenberg@nps.gov or tom_farrell@nps.gov. The resume should include relevant work and/or educational experience, along with contact information for past supervisors and/or references.
Start Date - 2024-11-04
End Date - 2025-04-19
Activities include: Conservation Education;Tour Guide/Interpretation;Visitor Information
1849 C Street NW, Washington, DC 20240, US
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.
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.
26611 US Highway 385Hot Springs, SD 57747
September 4, 2024
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