Open Volunteer Positions
Camp Hosts and On-Site Park Support
Have you ever dreamed of waking up surrounded by breathtaking scenery every morning? As a camp host or live on-site park support volunteer at Arizona State Parks, you'll have the opportunity to do just that. With over 30 parks throughout the state, you can choose to work in the desert, mountains, or along the river. Not only will you be able to enjoy the natural beauty of the parks, but you'll also have the chance to meet new people and learn new skills amid Arizona’s most beautiful places. So why not make your outdoor dream a reality and join the team at Arizona State Parks?
Applications from those seeking on-site opportunities and community members looking to support their local state parks are now being accepted through spring 2025.
Parks recruiting for summer 2024
Region |
Park |
Position |
# of Openings |
Duties |
|
From |
To |
| Western | Cattail Cove | Camp Host | 1 couple | Campground maintenance/guest relations/restrooms | 30 amp, water, sewer | May | September |
| Central | Lost Dutchman | Camp Host | 2-4 couples/singles | Maintenance/gatehouse/visitor center/interpretive | Full hook-ups | mid-April | mid-October |
| Northern | Homolovi | Camp Host | 2 couples/singles | Campground maintenance/guest relations/visitor center | Full hook-ups | May | September |
| Southern | Kartchner Caverns | Camp Host | 2 couples | Campground maintenance/guest relations | 50 amp/water/sewer | May | September |
| Southern | Patagonia Lake | Camp host | 3 couples/singles | Campground maintenance/guest relations/visitor center | Full hook-ups | May | September |
| Southern | Picacho Peak | Camp Host | 1-2 couples/singles | Visitor center/maintenance/guest relations | Full hook-ups | May | October |
| Southern | Roper Lake | Camp Host | 2 couples | Visitor center/maintenance/guest relations | 30 amp/water/sewer | May | September |
Parks recruiting for fall/winter 2024/2025
Region |
Park |
Position |
# of Openings |
Duties |
|
From |
To |
| Western | Buckskin Mountain | Camp Host | 2 couples | Camp host/maintenance/guest relations/visitor center | Full hook-ups | December | mid-April |
| Northern | Homolovi | Camp Host | 1 couple | Maintenance/gatehouse/visitor center/interpretive | Full hook-ups | November | April |
| Northern | Fool Hollow | Camp Host | 1 couple | Maintain loop and restrooms | 50-amp, water | November | mid-April |
| Central | Lost Dutchman | Camp Host | 2 couples | Camp host/maintenance/guest relations/visitor center | Water/electric | mid-October | mid-April |
Immediate Call for Local Volunteers
Choose from a variety of current volunteer openings below and then apply online. Start your Arizona State Parks journey today!
Catalina State Park
Tucson, AZ
Catalina State Park is seeking volunteers to fill the following positions:
- Visitor Services - Welcome guests, assist in the Park Store with retail sales, and provide general park information.
- Maintenance Services - Maintain the park grounds in a variety of areas, such as painting, woodwork, electrical, plumbing, general housekeeping, and landscape maintenance.
Fort Verde State Historic Park
Camp Verde, AZ
Fort Verde State Historic Park is seeking local volunteers to fill the following positions:
- Special Event Ambassador - Assist with various event duties throughout the year during our many fun events.
- Front Desk/Visitor Services - Greet park visitors at the park's first point of contact and collect park entry fees, assist in the Visitor Center with retail sales, and provide general park information.
- Park Maintenance - Maintain the park grounds in a variety of areas, such as painting, woodworking, electrical, plumbing, general housekeeping, and landscape maintenance.
- Interpretive Services - Assist park staff in communicating information relating to the history of Fort Verde State Historic Park, the town of Camp Verde, and surrounding areas.
Jerome State Historic Park
Jerome, AZ
Jerome State Historic Park is seeking volunteers to fill the following positions:
- Interpretive Services - Assist park staff in communicating information relating to Jerome State Historic Park, the Douglas family, mining, geology, and the town of Jerome.
- Visitor Services - Welcome guests, assist in the Park Store with retail sales, and provide general park information.
- Maintenance Services - Maintain the park grounds in a variety of areas, such as painting, woodwork, electrical, plumbing, general housekeeping and landscape maintenance.
Kartchner Caverns State Park
Benson, AZ
Kartchner Caverns State Park is seeking volunteers to serve in the following positions:
- Interpretive Services
- Cave Tour Guides
- Gatehouse
- Tram Drivers
Lost Dutchman State Park
Apache Junction, AZ
Lost Dutchman State Park is seeking volunteers to fill the following positions:
- Interpretive Services - Assist park staff in leading bird walks, nature hikes, and communicating information related to the park and its environment.
- Visitor Services and Gatehouse - Welcome guests, assist in the Park Store with retail sales, and provide general park information.
- Maintenance Services - Maintain the park grounds in a variety of areas, such as painting, woodwork, electrical, plumbing, general housekeeping and landscape maintenance.
Patagonia Lake State Park/Sonoita Creek State Natural Area
Patagonia, AZ
Patagonia Lake State Park/Sonoita Creek State Natural Area is seeking local volunteers to serve in the following positions:
- Field Maintenance
- Interpretive Services (birders, guided hikes, boat tours)
- Visitor Services/Guest Relations
- Handyman/Construction Services
Picacho Peak State Park
Eloy, AZ
Picacho Peak State Park is seeking local volunteers to fill the following positions:
- Trail Maintenance - General trail maintenance and litter removal
- Visitor Services - Welcome guests, assist in the Visitor Center with retail sales, and provide general park information.
- Park Maintenance - Maintain the park grounds in a variety of areas, such as painting, woodworking, electrical, plumbing, general housekeeping, and landscape maintenance.
- Interpretive Services - Assist park staff in communicating information relating to Picacho Peak, the environment, and participating in nature hikes.
Red Rock State Park
Sedona, AZ
Red Rock State Park is seeking local volunteers to fill the following positions:
- School Program - Share your knowledge and love of nature with the next generation. Kindergarten through 8th grade students are offered field trips on subjects like geology, wildlife, archeology and insects. Visit this link to learn more about the program!
- Entry Station Attendant - Greet park visitors at the park's first point of contact and collect park entry fees. Must be friendly, patient, and willing to answer basic visitor questions about the park and surrounding Sedona area. Volunteer shifts are typically 3.5 hours (afternoon shift) or 4 hours (morning shift) but shorter shifts on a weekly or every other week basis may be considered. Current high priority shifts are Wednesday mornings and Thursday afternoons.
- Bird Walk Leader - Lead bi-weekly Bird Walks. Bird Walks are on Wednesday and Saturday mornings. Seeking volunteers who are comfortable identifying birds by sight and can lead one or two bird walks per month on a fixed schedule; however, flexible scheduling may be an option.
Rockin' River Ranch State Park
Camp Verde, AZ
Rockin' River Ranch State Park is seeking local volunteers to fill the following positions:
- Trail Ambassador - Welcome and guide guests along our beautiful trail system.
- Visitor Services - Greet park visitors at the park's first point of contact and collect park entry fees, assist in the Visitor Center with retail sales, and provide general park information.
- Park Maintenance - Maintain the park grounds in a variety of areas, such as painting, woodworking, electrical, plumbing, general housekeeping, and landscape maintenance.
Slide Rock State Park
Sedona, AZ
Slide Rock State Park is seeking local volunteers to fill the following positions:
- Entry Station Attendant - Greet park visitors at the park's first point of contact and collect park entry fees. Must be friendly, patient, and willing to answer basic visitor questions about the park and surrounding Sedona area.
- Park Maintenance - Maintain the park grounds in a variety of areas, such as painting, woodworking, electrical, plumbing, general housekeeping, and landscape maintenance.
- Interpretive Services - Assist park staff in leading nature hikes and communicating information related to the park and its environment.
- Orchard Care - General care of the apple orchards.
The following parks are not accepting volunteer applications at this time:
- San Rafael State Natural Area
- Verde River Greenway State Natural Area
Click below to learn more about volunteer opportunities with the following parks:
McFarland State Historic Park: (520) 868-4496 or info@visitflorenceaz.com
Tubac Presidio State Historic Park
Yuma Territorial Prison State Historic Park
Colorado River State Historic Park
Contact the Volunteer Program
If you have something to offer beyond our listed programs or have other comments or questions, please contact:
Cathryn Richards
1110 W. Washington St., Suite 100
Phoenix, AZ 85007
Phone: (602) 542-7152
Email: crichards@azstateparks.gov
