Zion National Park is seeking friendly, positive, and professional volunteers available 3 to 4 months to assist in:

Day hiking, overnight backpacking and canyoneering, moderate to strenuous activity level

50% Backcountry Permits Desk Duties- Issue backcountry permits and collect fees, assist visitors with planning their backcountry trips, answer telephone questions, educate visitors on Leave No Trace ethics and techniques, provide information concerning trail conditions, hazards and flash flood information.

50% Backcountry Patrols and Projects - Hike trails and canyoneering routes (rappel routes) to make visitor contacts, check permits and report on trail conditions.

Opportunities may exist to assist in Search and Rescue operations. Assist with Resource Management projects, including peregrine falcon monitoring, archeology site monitoring and exotic plants removal/native plant restoration.

Good physical condition is necessary to enjoy Zion's adventurous backcountry.

Shared housing and stipend will be provided.

A car is recommended, but not required.

Volunteer shirts and hat will be provided.

Prior backcountry and public contact experience is essential. To apply, please send a resume including work experience, education, outdoor skills, and references to Bradley_Cooke@nps.gov