Cunningham Falls and Gambrill State Parks
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Camp Host Job Description
Duties will include, but are not limited to the following:
- Greet and assist visitors by providing information and by answering questions
- Serve as liaison between park users and park staff
- Distribute maps, copies of park rules and regulations and brochures
- May assist campers in locating a campsite
- Be familiar with local points of interest and the location of services that might be requested by campers such as towing, groceries, churches, tourist attractions and local events
- Assist camp staff with camper registration process
- Camp host is not expected to and shall not attempt to discipline or apprehend any park patron
- Host will report all disturbances to park staff
- Host can inform campers of rules and regulations, but are not expected to participate in the enforcement of rules and regulations
- Law enforcement will be done by law enforcement officers only
- Perform light maintenance work around the campground such as:
- Cabin Cleaning
- Litter pickup
- Light cleaning and stocking of restrooms
- Raking campsite pads
- Washing tables
- Cleaning out fire rings
- Sweeping
- Trimming or weeding
- Reporting property damage or major maintenance/cleaning issues to your supervisor
- Keep a written report of complaints and criticism of park facilities
- Report situations that could affect the health and safety of visitors
- Host may maintain other written records as requested by their supervisor
- Prompt reporting of all issues that require immediate attention
- May be assigned other duties and projects not listed
Working Conditions/Benefits:
- Work is mostly outside in hot, cold, wet, humid and/or windy conditions
- Walking or bicycling is required
- Camp host must reside in the campground and will receive the use of a campsite and all utilities at no charge for the duration of the term of service
- Host must set an example by being a model camper practicing good housekeeping at all times in and around their assigned site and by observing all rules and regulations
- Camp host will be issued one or more of the following: shirt, vest, and/or name tag
- Host will provide their own mobile camping unit (RV or Trailer – Please contact the camp host coordinator for units over 35 feet)
Skills required:
- Ability to get along well with a diverse public from differing backgrounds
- Ability to remain calm and friendly when confronted with upset visitors
- Ability to physically get out and make rounds through the camping area
- Ability to adapt to changing working conditions
- A good knowledge of the park and surrounding area
- Ability to complete the application process including: filling out the application completely and accurately; a short interview; background check
Time Commitment:
- A minimum of 20 hours of service time per week for a minimum of four (4) weeks, to include most weekends and all holidays
- Two consecutive days off per-week in the summer
- Reasonable leave requests granted with ample notice
Supervision and Training Provided:
- Supervised by park ranger or their designee
- Trained in campground registration procedures, rules and regulations and host responsibilities
- Seasonal training classes are required. Dates and locations will vary
Contact:
Please
download an application and e-mail it to one of the contacts below. If you have any questions, please contact the park at (301) 271-7574.
William Houck and Manor Areas of Cunningham Falls State Park
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301-271-7574
Gambrill State Park
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301-293-4170