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CAMP HOST
Salary
$7.25 - $8.25 Hourly
Location
Conservation, Nature Center 12130 NW 128th St. Granger, IA 50109, IA
Job Type
On-Call
Job Number
C26-20
Department
Polk County Conservation Board
Opening Date
06/08/2026
Closing Date
6/13/2026 11:59 PM Central
FLSA
Non-Exempt
Bargaining Unit
N/A
Hours
TBD
Bargaining Unit
Not Applicable
Salary Grade
N/A
Location
Conservation Board
- Description
- Benefits
- Questions
Under the general supervision of the Parks Supervisor, or their designee, assists in a variety of duties at an assigned campground, including custodial responsibilities, firewood sales, communication with the public, and assists with routine maintenance of Polk County Conservation Board facilities.
Employees will also receive a campsite for the duration of the camping season at no cost.
Illustrative Examples of Work
- Clean and stock multiple facilities inside the park, including restrooms and shower houses.
- Assist with ensuring campers have registered and paid for their camp sites through MyCounty Parks.com orders.
- Effectively communicate and answer questions from the public related to park rules, park amenities, things to do, etc.
- Assists in routine maintenance of facilities, i.e., shelter facilities, buildings, recreational equipment, picnic tables, grills, etc., and maintains a clean and well-organized registration booth.
- Sell firewood during posted hours.
- Remove unburnt trash from fire rings.
- Ensures Park brochure displays are filled and available.
- Report maintenance and repair issues to full-time Parks employees.
- Observe and report park rules and local, state, and federal law violations to Park Rangers.
- On occasion, assist campers with a manual registration and payment process.
- Performs related duties as assigned.
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Knowledge of Microsoft Word/Excel.
- Knowledge of money handling and keeping cash logs.
- Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
- Ability to operate a computer, web portals, and electronic forms, and have basic keyboarding skills.
- Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
- Ability to consistently demonstrate professionalism, courtesy, and tact in interactions with members of the public.
- Ability to deal with difficult people, handle complaints, and display good listening skills.
- Ability to perform routine maintenance tasks.
- Ability to obtain and maintain a valid drivers license issued by the State of Iowa.
- Complete all assigned training within the assigned deadlines.
Training and Experience
- High School graduate or equivalent
Special Requirement:
- Must be at least 18 years of age.
- Criminal background checks are required
- Must provide copies of personal campers insurance policy to Polk County Conservation human resources at each renewal period.
- A drug screen may be required.
Check with Polk County to determine if benefits are available.
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Employer Polk County
Address 111 Court Avenue Suite 390 Human Resources
Des Moines, Iowa, 50309
Phone 515-286-3200
Website https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/polkia