Volunteer

Volunteers clean a wayside at the Devastated Area on National Public Lands Day

For more information regarding the Lassen Volcanic National Park volunteer program, please contact the park at via email.

Current Volunteer Opporutnities

Interpretation and Education Volunteer

DESCRIPTION

Assists with winter interpretation and education programs. Presents programs about winter survival and the construction of snow shelters. Assists with general public snowshoe walks. May work in the visitor center providing information to visitors. Volunteer walks over several miles of snow-covered trails using snowshoes at elevations above 5,000 feet. 40 hours per week, Wednesday through Monday, minimum one month commitment. Shared housing available.

DUTIES

Assists with winter interpretation and education programs. Presents programs about winter survival and the construction of snow shelters. Assists with general public snowshoe walks. May work in the visitor center providing information to visitors. Volunteer walks over several miles of snow-covered trails using snowshoes at elevations above 5,000 feet. 40 hours per week, Wednesday through Monday, minimum one month commitment. Shared housing available.

QUALIFICATIONS

Field experience and academic training in a natural science is desired and a background in botany, geology, geography, zoology, or ecology is helpful. Academic training in outdoor recreation is also desired and helpful. Public speaking, public contact, and service work experience desired. Ability to learn about park resources and enjoy sharing knowledge with others. Ability to work with individuals and groups.

Good physical condition for walking, standing, and lifting. Must be prepared to deal with a severe winter environment on a routine basis. Ability to work and drive in a safe manner in winter conditions.

SKILLS

• Biology
• Conservation Education
• Drivers License
• First Aid Certificate
• Fish/Wildlife
• General Assistance
• Map Reading
• Public Speaking
• Sign Language
• Teaching
• Visitor Information
• Working with People

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Outdoors in a severe winter environment with varying terrain. Indoors in a busy visitor center. Must be prepared to deal with a severe winter environment on a routine basis. Ability to work and drive in a safe manner in winter conditions. Good physical condition for walking, standing, and lifting outdoors in a mountain environment at 6700' elevation.

JOB HAZARDS

• General housekeeping
• Slip, trip, and fall hazards
• Work practices

BACKGROUND/REFERENCE CHECK REQUIRED

• Yes

Apply here.

Winter Interpretation and Education Volunteer

Dates: 01/02/2023-03/31/2023

Activities: Back Country/Wilderness;Botany;Conservation Education;Fish/Wildlife;General Assistance;Science;Tour Guide/Interpretation;Visitor Information

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Current Volunteer Opportunities

 

Have a Skill, Expertise, or Passion to Share?

Lassen Volcanic National Park is always looking for volunteers with a skill, expertise, or passion to share. If you don't see a position that matches your interests, we encourage you to submit a volunteer project proposal. Please note that park housing is very limited in the summer season. We are best able to accommodate volunteers that can work in the shoulder season (October through May), provide their own lodging in the summer season, or work remotely. Please email [e-mail] with a brief summary of your proposed volunteer project or activity and a time frame for when you are available.