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Dinosaur National MonumentPaleontologist squatting next to dinosaur bones on cliff.
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Dinosaur National Monument
Volunteer Visitor Center Host Program
 

Dinosaur National Monument is currently recruiting Volunteer Visitor Center Hosts. We will have several positions stationed at either the Canyon Visitor Center (CO) or the Quarry Area (UT).

These positions work a minimum of 32 hours per week and can be divided between couples or can be completed by an individual. A minimum two (2) month commitment is required, but longer commitments (up to six months) are welcome. General information is below:

Major Duties:

  • Providing accurate, concise information to the public in a professional manner.
  • Conducting sales for the Intermountain Natural History Association which requires use of a computer-based sales program, credit card machine, and the ability to make correct change.
  • Operating audio-visual equipment to provide the park video to visitors.
  • Answering the park telephone and providing information or forwarding the calls to the appropriate party to assist the caller.
  • Additional project opportunities may be available dependent upon candidates’ interests and abilities.
Benefits:
  • RV/trailer pad with full hookups (electric, water, sewage)
  • Uniform shirts will be provided; pants, shoes, and other personal attire are provided by the volunteer
  • Propane may be provided for commitments longer than 2 months or more than 32 hours per week.

For further questions, please contact Brant Porter, Assistant Chief of Interpretation or mail an application to PO Box 128, Jensen, UT 84035

Peregrine chicks on cliff.  

Did You Know?
A population of peregrine falcons has been established at Dinosaur National Monument. The park's rugged canyons make ideal habitat for the once endangered raptor. Fossils show that dinosaurs evolved into birds--and so still live in modified form at Dinosaur.

Last Updated: January 25, 2008 at 15:32 EST