Volunteer Park Host at Lake Jennings

Helix Water District • Lakeside, CA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Volunteer Park Host at Lake Jennings Park is a volunteer opportunity with Helix Water District. In exchange for a minimum of 20 hours of labor per week (includes weekends and holidays), our Volunteer Park Host will receive a campsite that includes water and electricity under a month-to-month lease agreement. Park Hosts must have their own RV and be willing to live in the campground. Our Volunteer Park Hosts help Lake Jennings staff provide an enjoyable experience for the public. The impression made by a Park Host directly influences a camper's stay in the park and whether they will return. As one of Helix' most visible representatives, the Volunteer Park Hosts serve as the eyes and ears of the district, helping to deter vandalism and ensure the rules are followed. Our Volunteer Park Hosts greet campers with a smile and offer any assistance to help make their stay fun. Park Hosts are courteous in answering questions and introduce themselves when making public contact. A Park Host sets an example by being a model camper, practicing good housekeeping at all times in and around the host site, and following all of the district's rules and regulations, the same as is required of other campers.

Requirements

• A valid driver’s license and good driving record.
• Experience working in customer service and/or maintenance with the ability to work well with people.
• Must have their own RV, which is neat, clean, and in good working order.
• RV must have current registration, licensing, and insurance; will be reviewed every six months.
• Recreation Vehicle Industry Association or Department of Housing certification is required.
• Basic computer skills, record keeping, and ability to fill out forms.
• Ability to perform physical work in various weather conditions.
• Must be willing to obtain CPR/AED and First Aid Certification.

Nice To Haves

• Willing to live in the campground.

Responsibilities

• Greet and assist customers while providing a positive experience, including assistance to customers 24/7 when needed.
• Clean and perform routine maintenance on campsites, including sweeping, litter removal, and cleaning restroom facilities.
• Perform landscape maintenance including planting, fertilizing, raking, trimming, and cutting back trees, brush, and ground cover.
• Collect fees, keep attendance, and maintain other records of the campground; sell permits for camping and fishing; maintain a variety of records such as ticket sales, fish counts, and boat launches.
• Patrol and maintain the security of the campground as well as Lake Jennings, the district's reservoir.
• Investigate complaints regarding misuse of the Lake Jennings campground.
• Notify proper authorities of illegal activities.
• Operate a boat to patrol the lake area.
• Patrol the lake's shoreline and water to ensure trash and debris are removed.

Benefits

• Free use of a campsite with water, sewer, and electric hook-up.
• T-shirts will be provided by the district.
• All tools and equipment needed to perform any required maintenance are provided.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed