3SF: Rio Chama Steward--Recreation site care and maintenance

Become a Rio Chama Steward this summer and spend your days taking in the beautiful views along the river!  

What does a Rio Chama Steward do?    

•  Routine maintenance and care of recreation areas in the Chama River Canyon Wilderness  and the Coyote Ranger District.
•  Clean exterior and interior facilities (particularly bathroom buildings).
•  Dispose of recreation site trash. Must be able to lift at least 30 pounds.
•  Interact with the public by greeting guests, answering questions, providing   information about the local area, etc.
•  Act as the "eyes and ears" for identifying problems when Forest Service employees are not present.
•  Some use of basic hand tools for light maintenance.
•  Other duties as assigned.

Note:  The Chama River is managed through an interagency partnership between the Forest Service and Bureau of Land Management; volunteers will work with both Forest Service and BLM employees.

What about using a Government vehicle?

• Complete the Defensive Driving training and be government licensed before operating a vehicle.
• Safely commute in Forest Service vehicle to work site and abide with New Mexico State Laws.
• Communicate with Coyote Ranger Station and Santa Fe dispatch before going out to the field and upon return.

Schedule: Work hours are flexible, between 0800-1700 on Thursdays through Mondays. Will have Tuesdays and Wednesdays off and requests for additional days off will be approved by supervisor prior to leave. 

Accommodations:  An RV pad is provided at the District office with electricity, water, and trash service.  This is a remote site without cell phone or Wi-Fi service available. Volunteer is allowed reimbursement for accrued expenses; amount is $20/person/on-duty days.

Background Check :  You will be required to complete a background check prior to starting your volunteer service.

For more information:  Contact the Coyote Ranger District at 575-638-5526 and ask for Dawnylle Smith.

How to apply: Submit a resume with three references to the Coyote District Office: HC 78, Box 1, Coyote, NM 87012 or by email to [email protected]