Are you ready to spend your spring and summer surrounded by forests, wildlife, mountain views, and one of the most beautiful rivers in Washington?

The Dungeness River Nature Center is seeking a warm, responsible, community-minded Seasonal Park Host(s) to live onsite at Railroad Bridge Park and help us create a welcoming, safe, and inspiring place for visitors.

Location: Dungeness River Nature Center & Railroad Bridge Park – Sequim, WA
Season: April  – October 2026
Compensation: This is a volunteer host position and does not include wages; compensation is provided in the form of a full-hookup RV site. (20 hrs/week commitment)

If you love the outdoors, enjoy connecting with people, and want to be part of an organization dedicated to environmental education and conservation, this could be your perfect next adventure!

Why You’ll Love It Here

Your RV site is nestled in scenic Railroad Bridge Park, right off the Olympic Discovery Trail. Step outside your door to:

• Miles of biking and running trails
• Wildlife watching along the Dungeness River
• Easy access to Olympic National Park
• Stunning beaches, forests, and mountains
• Sequim’s charming downtown and active arts scene
• One of the driest climates in Western Washington ☀️

Please note: This is not a campground. The Park Hosts are the only people living onsite in this peaceful day-use park.

About the Role

This is a seasonal, unpaid volunteer position in exchange for a free RV site with full hookups and high-speed internet.

Commitment

• 20 hours per week
• Structured as 3.5 days on / 3.5 days off
• Schedule includes weekends, early mornings, evenings, and holidays if they fall on your assigned days
• Hours may be fulfilled by one person or split between two people

The overall workload is manageable, but consistency, presence, and reliability are essential.

What You’ll Do

Be a Park Ambassador

• Welcome visitors and foster a friendly, respectful atmosphere
• Lead by example and follow park rules

Visitor Engagement

• Answer questions about the park and River Center
• Help guests feel informed and welcome

Park Presence & Safety

• Be onsite and available during peak hours
• Address minor disruptions appropriately
• Contact staff or law enforcement when necessary
  (This is not an enforcement role — professionalism and calm communication are key.)

Daily Operations

• Open and close park facilities
• Ability to walk extended distances on uneven terrain and monitor paved and unpaved trails as part of regular park rounds.
• Clean and monitor indoor and outdoor restrooms
• Mop indoor spaces as needed (typically about once per week)
• Garbage and litter removal  Must be able to lift up to 40–50 pounds occasionally.
• Assist with morning and evening park operations

Ongoing Care & Maintenance

• Maintain overall park cleanliness
• Raking, light weeding, and keeping grounds in good order
• Refill bird feeders
• Light maintenance tasks
• Comfortable driving an electric UTV for park-related duties
• Assist with special events and annual community activities
• Attend weekly check-ins with River Center staff

Technology

• Comfortable learning and assisting with basic Audio Visual systems

What You Receive

• Free RV site with full hookups
• High-speed internet
• Access to park facilities (when not in use for programming)
• Free River Center classes (space permitting)
• An unforgettable season in a truly special place

Important Expectations

We prioritize a safe, welcoming environment. Smoking, Illegal drug use, threatening behavior, or unauthorized enforcement of rules is strictly prohibited. Hosts must remain cordial and non-confrontational at all times.

This agreement may be terminated by either party with 20 days written notice.

📩 How to Apply

Please email [email protected]

Include:

1. A resume or written introduction telling us about yourself and why you’d be a great fit
2. A photo of:
   • You (and travel companions, if any)
   • Pets
   • Your RV
   • Your vehicle(s)
3. Three professional references

📞 Questions? Call 360-681-5637 or message us here.

Application Timeline

We will be reviewing and accepting applications from February 19 through February 26. Interviews will be scheduled shortly after.

If you can’t start in April, we encourage you to apply for our upcoming seasonal rotations.