Valley Welcome Center Volunteer
ORGANIZATION: National Park Service
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Position Description: Live and Work in Yosemite. Working in Yosemite Valley Welcome Center and out in the field, we (The Division of Interpretation) try to connect people to place!
Housing Type: Campsite provided in Northpines Campground, Yosemite Valley.
Major Duties:
- Staff Welcome Center and Public Information Office.
- Provide the public with up-to-date, accurate park information in a calm, patient and polite manner.
- Informal Roves: Conduct scheduled patrols of highly used areas to provide information, orientation, and education, and to effectively interpret Park resources. May include operating a vehicle.
- Develop and present interpretive programs (not required): Research, prepare and present interpretive walks for various audiences. Program content should be relevant to Yosemite National Park’s interpretive themes, and presented in a manner consistent with the Interpretive Development Program’s standards. Program Outlines must be submitted for approval and are subject to evaluation by Valley interpretive leads.
Minor Duties
- Perform clerical duties such as operating a copy machine and filing.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Two month minimum work requirement for this position.
Start Date - 2025-04-18
End Date - 2025-09-30
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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.
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Northside DriveYosemite National Park, CA 95389
DATE POSTED
December 14, 2024
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