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We are looking for friendly Park Hosts to join us throughout 2024, to assist with daily operations at Bonham State Park. Duties may include, but are not limited to, campsite, restroom and group facility cleanup; grounds maintenance, including mowing and weed eating; trail maintenance; customer service; collecting fees; and special projects.

The selected host will be provided with a 30/50 amp, full hook-up campsite in exchange for a minimum 30 hours/week per couple or 24 hours/week for individual. Hosts are asked to work a minimum of three months.

Criminal background check required

Please contact Bonham State Park for more information.


Program: Bonham State Park

Contact Person: Jason Schooley

Contact Phone: (903) 583-5022

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Volunteer to help the Bonham team keep the park looking great and offering programs to our visitors. Help is needed in every aspect of the park's operations; from maintaining the parks grounds and facilites to presenting interpretive programs on the park. Contact the park staff for details and any questions.

*No Campsite Included


Program: Bonham State Park

Contact Person: Jason Schooley

Contact Phone: (903) 583-5022

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Individuals that would like to volunteer once or on a regular basis to help Cedar Hill State Park.

Individuals will do a variety of jobs ex: Litter pick up, assist office staff, Give direction and information, and more.

Volunteers would be allowed to hang out in the park, the day of their service, for free in exchange for their service.


Program: Cedar Hill State Park

Contact Person: Susana Cruz

Contact Phone: (972) 291-3900 x244

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Cedar Hill State Park is looking for volunteers to commit 24 hours per week to assist with customer service at our park headquarters in exchange for a full hookup campsite (water, electricity, and sewer).

Tasks will consist of: answering telephones; interacting with large numbers of guests; answering questions and disseminating park information; registering campers and collection of fees; light cleaning and maintenance to include litter pick-up; and other office duties as assigned.

Volunteers considering this opportunity should have the ability to use computers. Cash-handling experience is preferred.

Days vary based on volunteer availability, must be available on Saturday and/or Sunday at least every other weekend. Must have at least a Class C RV, 5th wheel, or bumper-pull trailer. Three - six month committment.

The park features multiple boat ramps, fishing, geocaching, and over 15 miles of hiking and biking trails.
Interested applicants (and their co-resident) must click "Sign Up" on this page to fill out the online application. After applications are received, applicants will receive an emailed questionaire requesting additional information. *This position is a recurring posting. At the time of application, the park may not be actively seeking someone to fill this position.*


Program: Cedar Hill State Park

Contact Person: Susana Cruz

Contact Phone: (972) 291-3900 x244

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Duties include assisting in maintaining Cleburne SP's trail system, picking up trash, cleaning facilities, operating equipment, and applicable maintenance projects. You must attend a 101 trail work talk with park staff before working on trails alone and take a training course before operating some equipment and vehicles. Training can be scheduled at your convenience.


Program: Cleburne State Park

Contact Person: Jaycee Fernandez

Contact Phone: (817) 645-4215

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This opportunity is specifically for members of the Friends of Cleburne State Park to record their volunteer hours for park-related projects and programs.


Program: Cleburne State Park

Contact Person: Jaycee Fernandez

Contact Phone: (817) 645-4215

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The primary duty of the Park Host is to assist park visitors by providing information. Hosts will need to become familiar with park regulations and points of interest in and near the park. Hosts may also be asked to perform duties such as litter collection, cleaning, and light maintenance and special projects. Hosts will serve about 25 hours per week and be given days when they will not be on duty. In addition, as a representative of the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department, Hosts should maintain their campsite in an orderly manner. Hosts will not perform law enforcement duties.


Program: Cleburne State Park

Contact Person: Jaycee Fernandez

Contact Phone: (817) 645-4215 x226

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"Sign Up" and record the hours you spend providing archery access, opportunities and education. This includes Explore Archery, Explore Bowhunting/Bowfishing, USA Archery classes and events (excluding NASP). Report ALL NASP archery activity at "NASP Archery Education Classes and Events.".



Community Archery Instructors and Volunteers play a vital role in promoting TPWD''s Community Archery Program. The hours you contribute to a given activity and the number of people you reach are key ingredients to achieving our community archery objectives. Therefore, reporting your archery activity is imperative so that we can collect the data needed. Thank you for your continued effort in expanding the sport of archery.


Program: Community Archery North & West TX

Contact Person: Adam Lewis

Contact Phone: (512) 902-2890

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Aid park staff in managing the expected crowds during the April 2024 eclipse. Duties and schedule will be determined as the event gets closer.


Program: Cooper Lake State Park/South Sulphur Unit

Contact Person: Andrew Savage

Contact Phone: (903) 945-5256

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Do you have knowledge of and passion for Texas'' natural and cultural resources? Do you love sharing your knowledge and want to continue learning more? Then Cooper Lake State Park Doctors Creek Interpretive Volunteer position is the perfect fit for you!

Cooper Lake State Park - Doctors Creek is looking for individuals with public speaking, teaching, and/or docent experience, stellar customer service skills, and a love for state parks to:

· Support the interpretive team with educational programs and material assembly,

· Lead guided hikes for visitors, including large school groups, and provide information and assistance to visitors.

Volunteers will receive training in interpretation and access to resources and tools to continue to learn about the dynamic natural and cultural resources of the park. Positions are available throughout the week. A criminal background check is required.


Program: Cooper Lake State Park/Doctors Creek Unit

Contact Person: Alicia O'Connor

Contact Phone: (903) 945-5256

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Cooper Lake State Park Doctors Creek Unit is looking for friendly, motivated and energetic park hosts to work and live in its majestic campground. As a customer service park host, you will be a representative of Texas State Parks and provide administrative assistance, information to visitors, and campground modeling for park visitors. Previous park host experience is preferred, but not required.


Volunteer duties will include: Staffing the visitor center and collecting fees and issuing camping permits; selling hunting and fishing licenses and store merchandise; answering phone calls and monitoring self-pay stations after hours; providing general information and assistance to park visitors; assisting with cleaning the Headquarters building; and other administrative duties as needed. The primary schedule for this position is Friday, Saturday, & Sunday from 8AM to 5PM.


Requirements: Experience with customer service and ability to effectively communicate with public, other volunteers, and staff; experience with computers, payment systems, and cash handling; essential job functions require sitting for long periods of time, carrying, walking, and standing; criminal background check clearance.


Benefits: In exchange for a minimum of 24 volunteer hours per week, you are provided with a 50-amp full hook-up site. An onsite washer and dryer are available for you use. You also receive the opportunity to play a critical role in the conservation and stewardship of the natural and cultural


Program: Cooper Lake State Park/Doctors Creek Unit

Contact Person: Andrew Savage

Contact Phone: (903) 395-3100

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This position will serve as a volunteer for Cooper Lake State Park Doctors Creek unit. This position will work with park staff to assist in maintenance, janitorial, clerical, trail work and/or customer service duties.


Program: Cooper Lake State Park/Doctors Creek Unit

Contact Person: Andrew Savage

Contact Phone: (903) 395-3100

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Do you have knowledge of and passion for Texas'' natural and cultural resources? Do you love sharing your knowledge and want to continue learning more? Then Cooper Lake State Park South Sulphur Interpretive Volunteer position is the perfect fit for you!

Cooper Lake State Park - South Sulphur is looking for individuals with public speaking, teaching, and/or docent experience, stellar customer service skills, and a love for state parks to:

· Support the interpretive team with educational programs and material assembly,

· Lead guided hikes for visitors, including large school groups, and provide information and assistance to visitors.

Volunteers will receive training in interpretation and access to resources and tools to continue to learn about the dynamic natural and cultural resources of the park. Positions are available throughout the week. A criminal background check is required.


Program: Cooper Lake State Park/South Sulphur Unit

Contact Person: Alicia O'Connor

Contact Phone: (903) 945-5256

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Cooper Lake State Park South Sulphur Unit is looking for friendly, motivated and energetic park hosts to work and live in its beautiful campground. As a park host, you will support TPWD''s mission by assisting with the day to day functions of the park and providing outstanding service to park visitors, maintaining the cleanliness of park grounds and facilities, and supporting basic maintenance needs. Previous park host experience is preferred, but not required.


Volunteer duties will include: Representing TPWD State Parks in a positive manner; maintaining cleanliness of assigned areas, including keeping assigned bathrooms cleaned and stocked and collecting trash from assigned camp loops; assisting with maintenance operations as assigned; providing excellent customer service to park visitors, including providing general information and assistance to park visitors; and maintaining cleanliness of assigned host site. This position will be in a assigned a camping loop, shelter loop, or cabin loop. The duties for the Shelter and Cabin loops will be primarily cleaning those facilities. The schedule for this position will include weekends and holidays.


Requirements: Experience with customer service and ability to effectively communicate with public, other volunteers, and staff; experience with basic maintenance and equipment use; essential opportunity functions require sitting for long periods of time, carrying, walking, and standing; background check required.


Benefits: In exchange for a minimum of 24 volunteer hours per week, you are provided with a 50-amp full hook-up site. An onsite washer and dryer are available for you use. You also receive the opportunity to play a critical role in the conservation and stewardship of the natural and cultural resources of Texas!


Program: Cooper Lake State Park/South Sulphur Unit

Contact Person: Andrew Savage

Contact Phone: (903) 945-5256

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Overview //

Cooper Lake State Park South Sulphur Unit is looking for friendly, motivated and energetic park hosts to work and live in its majestic campground. As a customer service park host, you will be a representative of Texas State Parks and provide administrative assistance, information to visitors, and campground modeling for park visitors. Previous park host experience is preferred, but not required.


Volunteer duties will include: Staffing the visitor center and collecting fees and issuing camping permits; selling hunting and fishing licenses and store merchandise; answering phone calls and monitoring self-pay stations after hours; providing general information and assistance to park visitors; assisting with cleaning the Headquarters building; and other administrative duties as needed. The primary schedule for this position is Friday, Saturday, & Sunday from 8AM to 5PM.


Requirements: Experience with customer service and ability to effectively communicate with public, other volunteers, and staff; experience with computers, payment systems, and cash handling; essential job functions require sitting for long periods of time, carrying, walking, and standing; criminal background check clearance.


Benefits: In exchange for a minimum of 24 volunteer hours per week, you are provided with a 50-amp full hook-up site. An onsite washer and dryer are available for you use. You also receive the opportunity to play a critical role in the conservation and stewardship of the natural and cultural resources of Texas!


Program: Cooper Lake State Park/South Sulphur Unit

Contact Person: Andrew Savage

Contact Phone: (903) 945-5256

Click here for details or to sign up

Overview //

Do you have knowledge of and passion for Texas'' natural and cultural resources? Do you love sharing your knowledge and want to continue learning more? Then Cooper Lake State Park South Sulphur Interpretive Volunteer position is the perfect fit for you!

Cooper Lake State Park - South Sulphur is looking for individuals with public speaking, teaching, and/or docent experience, stellar customer service skills, and a love for state parks to:

· Support the interpretive team with educational programs and material assembly,

· Lead guided hikes for visitors, including large school groups, and provide information and assistance to visitors.

Volunteers will receive training in interpretation and access to resources and tools to continue to learn about the dynamic natural and cultural resources of the park. Positions are available throughout the week. A criminal background check is required.


Program: Cooper Lake State Park/South Sulphur Unit

Contact Person: Andrew Savage

Contact Phone: (903) 945-5256

Click here for details or to sign up

Overview //

Cooper Lake State Park South Sulphur Unit is looking for friendly, motivated and energetic park hosts to work and live in its beautiful campground. As a park host, you will support TPWD''s mission by assisting with the day to day functions of the park and providing outstanding service to park visitors, maintaining the cleanliness of park grounds and facilities, and supporting basic maintenance needs. Previous park host experience is preferred, but not required.


Volunteer duties will include: Representing TPWD State Parks in a positive manner; maintaining cleanliness of assigned areas; Assist with moderate work on the hike and bike trail system, including trash pick-up, invasive species removal, and plant cut back; other duties as assigned.



Requirements: Bending, swinging, carrying and using hand tools, and walking long distances; experience using a tractor & shredder; background check required.


Benefits: In exchange for a minimum of 24 volunteer hours per week, you are provided with a 50-amp full hook-up site. An onsite washer and dryer are available for you use. You also receive the opportunity to play a critical role in the conservation and stewardship of the natural and cultural resources of Texas!


Program: Cooper Lake State Park/South Sulphur Unit

Contact Person: Andrew Savage

Contact Phone: (903) 945-5256

Click here for details or to sign up

Overview //

This position will serve as a volunteer for Cooper Lake State Park South Sulphur unit. This position will work with park staff to assist in maintenance, janitorial, clerical, trail work, and/or customer service duties.


Program: Cooper Lake State Park/South Sulphur Unit

Contact Person: Andrew Savage

Contact Phone: (903) 945-5256

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This is NOT a Park Host position.
NOTE: If you are interested in Park Host opportunities, please apply for our separate Park Host opportunity.

Overview: We are looking for someone with strong people skills and a passion for State Parks to join our fantastic team of office clerks at Dinosaur Valley. Our Park sees thousands of visitors every year, all of whom come through our Headquarters Office. This volunteer opportunity is great for anyone looking to meet new people and gain customer service and park operations skills!

This position will assist park staff with various duties that include but aren't limited to:
- General office and clerical duties.
- Answering telephones.
- Registering campers and collecting various fees.
- Orient guests to the natural area - recommend trails, activities, and campsites.
- Communicate general information about the State Park and the nearby attractions.
- Provide excellent customer service to a large number of visitors.

Required Qualifications:
Minimum age of 18 and a criminal background check is required. Volunteers must be comfortable handling money, using computer software, and know simple math.

Preferred Qualifications: Volunteers should be able to provide professional interactions with customers — previous experience with customer service positions and cash handling.

Time Commitment & Benefits: This opportunity is available year-round from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., seven days a week. There is no minimum requirement for hours. Office Clerk Park Hosts report for volunteer duty at the Park Headquarters Office during office hours and requires a willingness to work any shift on any weekday/weekend, including holidays. Volunteer shifts may be a full day (8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. with a one-hour lunch break) or a half day. Volunteers can work with the coordinator to create a schedule that is based on the Park''s needs and your availability.

Volunteers are allowed to hang out in the Park after completing their shift for free in exchange for their service. Volunteering with Texas State Parks opens doors to other volunteer opportunities, helps you to develop new skills and improve old ones, and creates lasting memorable experiences for yourself and our visitors.

Contact: Carolanne Brannon (Email Preferred): Carolanne.Brannon@tpwd.texas.gov


Program: Dinosaur Valley State Park

Contact Person: Carolanne Brannon

Contact Phone: (254) 897-4588 x302

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This is NOT a Park Host position.
NOTE: If you are interested in Park Host opportunities, please apply for our separate Park Host opportunity.


Overview:
Volunteers play a vital role in the conservation and stewardship of Texas' natural and cultural resources. Join the Rangers of Dinosaur Valley State Park and play your part in providing a rewarding experience for our guests. We are seeking skilled and reliable volunteers to help with maintenance tasks throughout the park. These opportunities could include, but are not limited to, facility maintenance, groundskeeping, equipment repair, trail maintenance, and other duties as assigned.

A Volunteer Field Ranger has various duties that include, but are not limited to:
- Leading interpretive programs
- Attending State Park outreach events with staff
- Trash/litter pickup
- Fire-ring maintenance
- Vehicle repair
- Trail maintenance & patrols
- Vegetation control
- Mowing, weed eating, & gardening
- General construction projects as needed

Required Qualifications: Ability to lift 50 lbs. Minimum Age of Volunteers: 16 (if under 18, the Volunteer will need to print a Parental Release Form and bring a completed copy to the event).
Criminal background check is required.

Time Commitment: This opportunity is available year-round from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., seven days a week. There is no minimum requirement for hours. Volunteers can work with the coordinator to create a schedule that is unique and flexible to your needs and availability.

Volunteers would be allowed to hang out in the park, on the day of their service, for free in exchange for their hours. Volunteering for Texas State Parks opens doors to other volunteer opportunities, helps to develop new skills and improve old ones, opens you up to meeting new people, and creates lasting memorable experiences for yourself and our visitors.

Contact: Carolanne Brannon (Email Preferred): Carolanne.Brannon@tpwd.texas.gov


Program: Dinosaur Valley State Park

Contact Person: Carolanne Brannon

Contact Phone: (254) 897-4588 x302

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