Campground Host at Prineville Reservoir State Park - EXPRESSING INTEREST ONLY from July 1, 2026 to September 30, 2026

Calendar Jul 1, 2026 through Oct 31, 2026

Description

Location of Assignment: Jasper Point (Prineville Reservoir State Park) Time Commitment/Schedule: Friday – Tuesday (Wednesdays & Thursdays off) 2-4 hours cleaning campsites/cabin (and/or completing any general landscaping or maintenance tasks) within the hours of 9am and 4pm, 1-3 hours selling firewood/ice within the hours of 5pm and 8pm. 20-30 total hours per week. Purpose of Volunteer Role: The Campground Host assists park staff in camp operations customer service, maintenance, and beautification with the goal of creating positive experiences for park visitors. Responsibilities: • Interact with park visitors, answer questions and perform customer service in a positive manner • Maintain a steady flow of communication with park staff members and other volunteers and respond to requests in a respectful, attentive manner • Perform campsite maintenance: remove ash from fire pits, pick up litter, rake or blow debris off asphalt pads, make sure picnic tables are in the appropriate areas, and alert staff of any damages or safety concerns. • Safely operate utility vehicles (John Deere Gator or CanAm Side-by-side) • Perform general cleaning and servicing of cabins: emptying trash, dusting; wiping down counters, sinks, furniture, toilet, shower; sweeping, vacuuming, mopping; cleaning barbecue grill, and restocking cleaning supplies. • Support firewood and ice sales though operation of a small change fund and Self Registration Envelopes (SREs) • Perform general landscaping (as needed/as assigned by staff). This may include using loppers or hand saws, riding or push mower, string trimmers, and leaf blowers. • Cover the North Road Host duties (2 days/week): Litter pick and clean fire rings for dispersed camping area. Lightly clean CXT restrooms: sanitize toilets, replace toilet paper, sweep, replace trash bags Restricted Tasks: • Enforce park rules: Hosts may share information on park rules with visitors, but volunteers do not enforce rules or make initial contacts for rule infractions. This activity is only performed by paid park staff with enforcement training. • Operate heavy machinery: Hosts may not operate the backhoe, crack sealer, wood chipper, boom lift, snow plow or any other large power equipment Minimum Required Qualifications: • Be at least 18 years old. • Ability to lift up to 25 lbs. • Ability to travel on uneven terrain, as well as be stationary for long periods of time. • Ability to work in a variety of environmental conditions.

Details

Warning Requires: Volunteer Service Agreement: Park Host
Warning Requires: Park Host Safety Training
Warning Requires: Oregon Discrimination & Harassment Training

Location

Location Dot Shift 19020 SE Parkland Dr
Prineville, OR  97754