Get Involved: Jackson Lake State Park

Love the water? Come help our rangers connect with boaters! You'll be out on the water, supporting water safety practices and boating rules. You may manage boat distance when a ranger makes contact, and may help with safety inspections, such as handing life jackets to rangers.

Volunteers will be a friendly face but will not be doing any law enforcement themselves or operating the boat - those roles are up to our trusty and trained rangers! Your presence on the boat, however, will be incredibly helpful - both because there must be two people on a boat at all times for safety reasons, and to help educate and support the public in their own water safety practices.

If boat assistance isn’t needed that day, you could go along with a park ranger in their truck as they support land-based recreation and regulations.

Qualifications:

We are looking for 2-4 people for summer 2024! This role is open to anyone who wants to come hang out on the water! We'll do on-the-spot training, so no prior experience is necessary.

We prefer ages 21 and older, but could consider 18+ for right person.

Jackson Lake State Park covers 3,467 acres, which includes a 2,600 acre reservoir. The park is located 78 miles northeast of Denver on the plains of Colorado and has 251 campsites.

Volunteer responsibilities include:

• Assist staff with providing information to visitors.
• Assist with cleaning campsites and maintaining bathroom facilities.
• Hosts may also assist with staffing in entrance stations, the marina, the visitor center or as a member of our maintenance team.
• Other support for staff

Computer skills are desirable but not necessary.

Site elevation:

4,400 ft

Looking for 6 hosts for summer 2025!

Folks who are solo, pairs, families with children, and those working remotely are welcome to apply. Hosts are permitted to have pets. Applications will be accepted any time, but park staff will not make a final decision until after the first of the year.

We are seeking hosts who have a friendly demeanor, are able to provide quality customer service, and have a willingness to work in a team environment.

Projects can be discussed as opportunities arise. Examples may include: provide equipment, donated funds, or expertise on special projects.