Visitor Center Assistant - LAVO Southwest

As a Visitor Services Assistant, volunteers will staff the Kohm Yah-mah-nee Visitor Center near the southwest entrance of the park. Duties include answering questions and phone calls, planning trips, providing park information, and being a welcoming, friendly face to the public. Volunteers may present simple interpretive programs and assist with ranger-led programs. Volunteers will rove viewpoints and park trails. 

Volunteers are accepted year-round, but we are especially looking to fill spots during the winter months. During winter, when enough snow has accumulated, roving may take place via snowshoes or cross-country skis. Lassen Volcanic National Park is an amazing place during the winter, with hundreds of inches of snowfall each year! Come experience the park during a beautiful time of the year. 

Minimum Work Commitment: If within the local commuting area, 1-2 days per week. If housing is needed, work commitment is 32 hours per week with a minimum of 4 weeks. Preference will be given to those who can work a longer period of time. 

Requirements:

• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Reliable and committed
• Ability and desire to connect with visitors of all ages and cultures
• Must be at least 18 years old
• Access to a personal vehicle for commuting and travel
• Valid US driver’s license
• Ability to live and work in a remote location
• Ability to drive in winter conditions (if here in the winter)

Physical Demands:

• Visitor center desk, answering repetitive questions
• Walking may be over rough surfaces or uneven trails. Trails and sidewalks may be icy and/or snowy in winter.
• Working at high elevation (approx. 6,000-8000 feet)
• If snowshoeing or cross-country skiing, these activities can be strenuous

Benefits include:

• Meet people from all around the world
• Rewarding work experience
• Training provided
• Learn about National Park Service careers
• We will provide an official National Park Service volunteer uniform
• Social gatherings and a close-knit community make this a great place to live and work