Volunteer Hosting Program

Locations:

Cape Henlopen State Park

Delaware Seashore State Park

Fort Delaware State Park

Killens Pond State Park

Lums Pond State Park

Trap Pond State Park

Responsibilities:

• Mowing, may include push mowers and/or tractors
• Perform periodic trimming/removal of trees, limbs, brush and undergrowth using hand and power tools.
• Litter pick-up and trash/recyclable removal.
• Leaf and debris removal.
• Maintenance of gardens and plantings.
• Perform repair on park buildings, structures and facilities.
• Light machine repair/maintenance.
• Assist with maintenance, repair, and construction of recreation areas: fields, Volleyball courts, Disc Golf areas, horseshoe pits, basketball courts, cross country courses, etc.
• Assist in maintenance of campground areas.
• Assist with hiking, horse and bike trail maintenance:
• Help maintain trail corridor,
• Maintain trail surface as directed,
• Assist with footbridge and boardwalk maintenance, repair, construction.
• Clean and restock restrooms and bathhouses: toilets, vanities, floors, walls, mirrors, etc.
• Assist with special events.
• Report suggestions and observations.
• Other duties as assigned and agreed upon.

Benefits:

• Park and Division Recognition Program
• Training Opportunities
• Admission to Park
• Park and staff events
• Special events

Required Skills:

• Ability to perform outdoor physical work over rough terrain, including bending, walking and controlling hand equipment; may require lifting up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to understand and follow verbal and written instructions.
• Ability to operate maintenance equipment, including hand and power tools, and gas powered equipment: tractors, mowers, blowers, chainsaws, trimmers, clippers.
• Must attend equipment training and perform work in keeping with established Maintenance Techniques.
• Perform duties in compliance with Division and Park Customer Service Guidelines and Safety Guidelines.

Time requirements:

24 hours per week (or as scheduled), Flexible schedule

Supervision:

Direct supervision by Park Administrator, Superintendent, Assistant or Manager