Volunteer: Campground Host at Prineville Reservoir State Park - (Expressing Interest) May 1, 2026 to June 30, 2026Location of Assignment: Prineville Reservoir State Park. Time Commitment/Schedule: Friday – Tuesday (Wednesdays & Thursdays off), 2-4 hours cleaning campsites and cabins (and/or completing any general landscaping or maintenance tasks) within the hours of 10am 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. General 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. • 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. • Safely operate utility vehicles (John Deere Gator) and park trucks. • 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. • Alert staff to safety issues, facility issues, and major cleaning needs. • Support firewood and ice sales though operation of small change fund and Self Registration Envelopes (SREs). Additional duties may include: • Assist Park staff with special projects and tasks: projects could involve carpentry, advanced landscaping, small engine maintenance, plumbing, etc. • litter-pick and replace trash bags in the day-use areas. Restock bags in “Mutt Mitt” dispensers Restricted Tasks: • Rule Enforcement: Hosts may share information on park rules with visitors, but they may not attempt to enforce rules. This activity is only performed by paid park staff with enforcement training. • Operating power equipment: hosts may not operate the backhoe, crack sealer, woodchipper, boom lift, or chainsaws (pole saws may be used with supervision) 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.
Program: Prineville Reservoir Management Unit Location of Assignment: Prineville Reservoir State Park. Time Commitment/Schedule: Friday – Tuesday (Wednesdays & Thursdays off), 2-4 hours cleaning campsites and cabins (and/or completing any general landscaping or maintenance tasks) within the hours of 10am 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. General 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. • 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. • Safely operate utility vehicles (John Deere Gator) and park trucks. • 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. • Alert staff to safety issues, facility issues, and major cleaning needs. • Support firewood and ice sales though operation of small change fund and Self Registration Envelopes (SREs). Additional duties may include: • Assist Park staff with special projects and tasks: projects could involve carpentry, advanced landscaping, small engine maintenance, plumbing, etc. • litter-pick and replace trash bags in the day-use areas. Restock bags in “Mutt Mitt” dispensers Restricted Tasks: • Rule Enforcement: Hosts may share information on park rules with visitors, but they may not attempt to enforce rules. This activity is only performed by paid park staff with enforcement training. • Operating power equipment: hosts may not operate the backhoe, crack sealer, woodchipper, boom lift, or chainsaws (pole saws may be used with supervision) 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.
Program: Prineville Reservoir Management Unit Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: May 1, 2026 through Jun 30, 2026 Zip Code: 97754 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Campground Host at Jasper Campground - Intrest Only from May 1, 2026 to July 31, 2026Location of Assignment: Prineville Reservoir State Park – Jasper Point Campground Time Commitment/Schedule: Wednesday – Sunday (Mondays & Tuesdays off), 2-4 hours cleaning campsites/cabin, litter-picking, cleaning CXTs, (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 North Road Host assists park staff to provide exceptional customer service, maintenance, and beautification with the goal of creating positive experiences for park visitors. General Responsibilities: • Greet visitors, answer questions, provide regional and park-specific information • Support, sell, and restock firewood and/or ice sales though operation of small change fund or SREs (Self Registration Envelopes) • (2-3 days a week) Provide maintenance for dispersed camping areas: clean out rock fire rings, light landscaping, and litter pick up. • General landscaping duties include pruning, raking, weeding, and string- trimming. • Safely operate UTV (CanAm side-by-side) • Provide light maintenance of restroom facilities (sweeping, disinfecting, re-stocking paper products, etc.). • Work closely with ranger staff while acting as "the eyes and ears" of this dispersed camping area. • On Mondays and Tuesdays (campground host days off), the North Road host covers the duties for the Jasper Point campground host: a) clean campsites: remove wood, ash, and trash from fire pits, pick up litter, rake or use blower to tidy sites b) clean the cabin between guests: dust, vacuum, mop, clean/disinfect surfaces, clean bathroom, remove trash, restock supplies. • North Road hosts are also expected to assist the campground host on busy weekends (especially with selling firewood and ice) • Hosts with time and interest may assist park staff with other projects and tasks relating to any skillsets they have. Projects may include flipping or replacing picnic table boards, removing overgrown sage brush using the winch on the Can-Am, fixing/maintaining gravel trails, etc 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 violations. This activity is only performed by paid park staff with enforcement training. Minimum Required Qualifications: • Be at least 18 years old. • Ability to lift-up to 20 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.
Program: Prineville Reservoir Management Unit Location of Assignment: Prineville Reservoir State Park – Jasper Point Campground Time Commitment/Schedule: Wednesday – Sunday (Mondays & Tuesdays off), 2-4 hours cleaning campsites/cabin, litter-picking, cleaning CXTs, (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 North Road Host assists park staff to provide exceptional customer service, maintenance, and beautification with the goal of creating positive experiences for park visitors. General Responsibilities: • Greet visitors, answer questions, provide regional and park-specific information • Support, sell, and restock firewood and/or ice sales though operation of small change fund or SREs (Self Registration Envelopes) • (2-3 days a week) Provide maintenance for dispersed camping areas: clean out rock fire rings, light landscaping, and litter pick up. • General landscaping duties include pruning, raking, weeding, and string- trimming. • Safely operate UTV (CanAm side-by-side) • Provide light maintenance of restroom facilities (sweeping, disinfecting, re-stocking paper products, etc.). • Work closely with ranger staff while acting as "the eyes and ears" of this dispersed camping area. • On Mondays and Tuesdays (campground host days off), the North Road host covers the duties for the Jasper Point campground host: a) clean campsites: remove wood, ash, and trash from fire pits, pick up litter, rake or use blower to tidy sites b) clean the cabin between guests: dust, vacuum, mop, clean/disinfect surfaces, clean bathroom, remove trash, restock supplies. • North Road hosts are also expected to assist the campground host on busy weekends (especially with selling firewood and ice) • Hosts with time and interest may assist park staff with other projects and tasks relating to any skillsets they have. Projects may include flipping or replacing picnic table boards, removing overgrown sage brush using the winch on the Can-Am, fixing/maintaining gravel trails, etc 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 violations. This activity is only performed by paid park staff with enforcement training. Minimum Required Qualifications: • Be at least 18 years old. • Ability to lift-up to 20 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.
Program: Prineville Reservoir Management Unit Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: May 1, 2026 through Jul 31, 2026 Zip Code: 97754 Allow Groups: Yes |
Volunteer: Maintenance/Campground Relief Host at Prineville Reservoir State Park - NOT CONFIRMED (expressing interest only)Responding to this opportunity alerts staff of your interest. It does not automatically sign you up for this assignment. Park Staff will reach out to interview you and determine if you will be selected to volunteer for this specific assignment. Scenic beauty, camping and water recreation are at their finest at this high desert park. Mountain waters flowing out of the Ochoco Mountain Range join to form the Crooked River. The park comprises the main day-use area and campground, the Jasper Point boat ramp and campground, and numerous drive-in and boat-in primitive campsites along the 43-mile shoreline. The main day-use area has a boat ramp as well as a roped-off swimming area, accessible fishing pier and fish cleaning station; 32 boat moorages are available. Fishing is excellent anytime; the lake supports rainbow trout, small and largemouth bass, catfish, crappie, and crayfish. The Maintenance/Campground Relief Host provides service for Prineville Reservoir State Park by supporting park staff by maintaining, refurbishing, and beautifying park equipment and amenities including general maintenance and landscaping. Review the volunteer assignment description for this position here. Time Commitment: Volunteers should anticipate a schedule that includes 4-5 hours per day, 20-30 hours a week, per volunteer. Location: Prineville Reservoir State Park. Learn more about the park and the available amenities on the Host Site Directory page for this property online here. This opportunity is available for one individual or a team of hosts staying together at the same site. Program: Prineville Reservoir Management Unit Responding to this opportunity alerts staff of your interest. It does not automatically sign you up for this assignment. Park Staff will reach out to interview you and determine if you will be selected to volunteer for this specific assignment. Scenic beauty, camping and water recreation are at their finest at this high desert park. Mountain waters flowing out of the Ochoco Mountain Range join to form the Crooked River. The park comprises the main day-use area and campground, the Jasper Point boat ramp and campground, and numerous drive-in and boat-in primitive campsites along the 43-mile shoreline. The main day-use area has a boat ramp as well as a roped-off swimming area, accessible fishing pier and fish cleaning station; 32 boat moorages are available. Fishing is excellent anytime; the lake supports rainbow trout, small and largemouth bass, catfish, crappie, and crayfish. The Maintenance/Campground Relief Host provides service for Prineville Reservoir State Park by supporting park staff by maintaining, refurbishing, and beautifying park equipment and amenities including general maintenance and landscaping. Review the volunteer assignment description for this position here. Time Commitment: Volunteers should anticipate a schedule that includes 4-5 hours per day, 20-30 hours a week, per volunteer. Location: Prineville Reservoir State Park. Learn more about the park and the available amenities on the Host Site Directory page for this property online here. This opportunity is available for one individual or a team of hosts staying together at the same site. Program: Prineville Reservoir Management Unit Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Flexible Zip Code: 97754 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Campground/Cabin Relief Host at Prineville Reservoir State Park - NOT CONFIRMED (expressing interest only)Responding to this opportunity alerts staff of your interest. It does not automatically sign you up for this assignment. Park Staff will reach out to interview you and determine if you will be selected to volunteer for this specific assignment. Scenic beauty, camping and water recreation are at their finest at this high desert park. Mountain waters flowing out of the Ochoco Mountain Range join to form the Crooked River. The park comprises the main day-use area and campground, the Jasper Point boat ramp and campground, and numerous drive-in and boat-in primitive campsites along the 43-mile shoreline. The main day-use area has a boat ramp as well as a roped-off swimming area, accessible fishing pier and fish cleaning station; 32 boat moorages are available. Fishing is excellent anytime; the lake supports rainbow trout, small and largemouth bass, catfish, crappie, and crayfish. The Campground/Cabin Relief Host Host provides service for Prineville Reservoir State Park by supporting park staff by maintaining, refurbishing, and beautifying park equipment and amenities including general maintenance and landscaping. Review the volunteer assignment description for this position here. Time Commitment: Volunteers should anticipate a schedule that includes 4-5 hours per day, 20-30 hours a week, per volunteer. Location: Prineville Reservoir State Park. Learn more about the park and the available amenities on the Host Site Directory page for this property online here. This opportunity is available for one individual or a team of hosts staying together at the same site. Program: Prineville Reservoir Management Unit Responding to this opportunity alerts staff of your interest. It does not automatically sign you up for this assignment. Park Staff will reach out to interview you and determine if you will be selected to volunteer for this specific assignment. Scenic beauty, camping and water recreation are at their finest at this high desert park. Mountain waters flowing out of the Ochoco Mountain Range join to form the Crooked River. The park comprises the main day-use area and campground, the Jasper Point boat ramp and campground, and numerous drive-in and boat-in primitive campsites along the 43-mile shoreline. The main day-use area has a boat ramp as well as a roped-off swimming area, accessible fishing pier and fish cleaning station; 32 boat moorages are available. Fishing is excellent anytime; the lake supports rainbow trout, small and largemouth bass, catfish, crappie, and crayfish. The Campground/Cabin Relief Host Host provides service for Prineville Reservoir State Park by supporting park staff by maintaining, refurbishing, and beautifying park equipment and amenities including general maintenance and landscaping. Review the volunteer assignment description for this position here. Time Commitment: Volunteers should anticipate a schedule that includes 4-5 hours per day, 20-30 hours a week, per volunteer. Location: Prineville Reservoir State Park. Learn more about the park and the available amenities on the Host Site Directory page for this property online here. This opportunity is available for one individual or a team of hosts staying together at the same site. Program: Prineville Reservoir Management Unit Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Flexible Zip Code: 97754 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Maintenance/Campground Relief Host at Prineville Reservoir State Park May 2026 - NOT CONFIRMED (expressing interest only)Responding to this opportunity alerts staff of your interest. It does not automatically sign you up for this assignment. Park Staff will reach out to interview you and determine if you will be selected to volunteer for this specific assignment. Scenic beauty, camping and water recreation are at their finest at this high desert park. Mountain waters flowing out of the Ochoco Mountain Range join to form the Crooked River. The park comprises the main day-use area and campground, the Jasper Point boat ramp and campground, and numerous drive-in and boat-in primitive campsites along the 43-mile shoreline. The main day-use area has a boat ramp as well as a roped-off swimming area, accessible fishing pier and fish cleaning station; 32 boat moorages are available. Fishing is excellent anytime; the lake supports rainbow trout, small and largemouth bass, catfish, crappie, and crayfish. The Maintenance/Campground Relief Host provides service for Prineville Reservoir State Park by supporting park staff by maintaining, refurbishing, and beautifying park equipment and amenities including general maintenance and landscaping. Review the volunteer assignment description for this position here. Time Commitment: Volunteers should anticipate a schedule that includes 4-5 hours per day, 20-30 hours a week, per volunteer. With Friday and Saturday being the days off. Location: Prineville Reservoir State Park. Learn more about the park and the available amenities on the Host Site Directory page for this property online here. This opportunity is available for one individual or a team of hosts staying together at the same site. Program: Prineville Reservoir Management Unit Responding to this opportunity alerts staff of your interest. It does not automatically sign you up for this assignment. Park Staff will reach out to interview you and determine if you will be selected to volunteer for this specific assignment. Scenic beauty, camping and water recreation are at their finest at this high desert park. Mountain waters flowing out of the Ochoco Mountain Range join to form the Crooked River. The park comprises the main day-use area and campground, the Jasper Point boat ramp and campground, and numerous drive-in and boat-in primitive campsites along the 43-mile shoreline. The main day-use area has a boat ramp as well as a roped-off swimming area, accessible fishing pier and fish cleaning station; 32 boat moorages are available. Fishing is excellent anytime; the lake supports rainbow trout, small and largemouth bass, catfish, crappie, and crayfish. The Maintenance/Campground Relief Host provides service for Prineville Reservoir State Park by supporting park staff by maintaining, refurbishing, and beautifying park equipment and amenities including general maintenance and landscaping. Review the volunteer assignment description for this position here. Time Commitment: Volunteers should anticipate a schedule that includes 4-5 hours per day, 20-30 hours a week, per volunteer. With Friday and Saturday being the days off. Location: Prineville Reservoir State Park. Learn more about the park and the available amenities on the Host Site Directory page for this property online here. This opportunity is available for one individual or a team of hosts staying together at the same site. Program: Prineville Reservoir Management Unit Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: May 1, 2026 through May 31, 2026 Zip Code: 97754 Allow Groups: No |