Interpretation and Visitor Service-RV Pad fall

Montezuma Well, a unit of Montezuma Castle, is located 11 miles from the park. Formed long ago by the collapse of a limestone cavern, over one million gallons of water a day flows continuously into the Well. This constant supply of warm, fresh water provides an aquatic habitat like no other in the world, and has served as an oasis for wildlife and humans for thousands of years. 

This position is for couples.  Each person will work 27 hours per week as 9 hour days (same days). Volunteers must be available by August 1st.

Please email a resume with references to [email protected] upon completing this application.

DUTIES:

Staffing the Contact Station

• Opening and closing the site
• Assisting visitors with trip planning information
• Answering questions in person and by phone
• Tasks associated with the Junior Ranger programs
• Helping with special events

Staffing the trail

• Protecting the site from resource damage
• Answering visitor questions
• Assisting with school groups or other education group visits
• Developing and presenting Interpretive Talks and Tours (optional).
• Developing and presenting Informal Demonstrations (optional).
• Researching and developing written interpretation (optional).

Volunteers receive:

• On-the-job training
• Volunteer uniform and nametag
• Training by resource experts in archeology, geology, and biology
• Knowledge of the National Park Service

Desired skills:

• Enthusiastic
• Good communicator
• Friendly and polite
• Excellent customer service
• Great under pressure (high visitation)
• Reliable and punctual
• Able to hike a steep ½ mile trail
• Able to stand for occasional long periods of time

Interpretive volunteers may spend long periods standing, talking with the general public, and working as a team with park rangers.

Area Information: Arizona's Verde Valley is not only the geographical center of the state, but also the balanced center in elevation and climate. This rural area is home to some of Arizona's most beautiful and historic locations, including Sedona's Red Rock Country, Oak Creek Canyon, Camp Verde, Jerome, and the Prescott and Coconino National Forests. Summer's hottest temperatures can reach 110º F, while winter lows can drop to 10º F. During temperature and weather extremes, work takes place indoors whenever possible. Montezuma Well is located at an elevation of approximately 3,750 feet.