Parks & Recreation | The Village of Ruidoso, NM

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Volunteer to be a Campground Host

Apply today to be a volunteer campground host in the Village of Ruidoso, New Mexico.

GRINDSTONE CAMPGROUND HOST INFORMATION

As a campground host, you serve as a live-in ambassador for our Campground. Campground Hosts set an example by being model campers, practicing good housekeeping and obeying all rules and regulations.

GENERAL INFORMATION ABOUT HOSTING

  • You will perform, a public relations role in the campground by answering questions about camping, park facilities, park programs, park rules, and nearby points of interest.

  • You will perform light work tasks in the campground such as litter pickup, stocking/cleaning of restroom supplies and report needed repairs.

  • Orient registrants to the camp rental program, teaching the safe use of the equipment and orienting them to camping in the park.

  • Present litter awareness programs as assigned.

  • Assist staff in performing their respective duties in the campground as assigned.

  • Volunteer hosts make a minimum commitment of 60 days for a specific host assignment. The length of a host assignment can range from 60 - 180 days.

  • Be at least 18 years old.

  • Pass an annual criminal background check.

  • Pass an annual driver’s records check.

  • Have a self-contained recreational vehicle.

HOW TO BECOME A HOST

CAMPGROUND HOST DUTIES

  • Specific host assignment schedule requirements will be discussed during the volunteer interview process.

  • Campground Hosts are required to provide 40 hours of volunteer work per week. (Cumulative)

  • To be on duty and therefore available to park visitors five to seven days per week, including weekends and holidays.

  • To comply with VILLAGE rules and regulations unless officially exempted.

  • To provide their own camping gear and personal items and to set an example as a model camper practicing good housekeeping and being courteous and helpful to the public.

  • To wear uniform hat/visor and nametag when completing assigned tasks and when acting in a public relations capacity of the VILLAGE.

  • While acting as an authorized volunteer you will receive full electrical, water, and sewer hookups for your recreational vehicle.

  • After completing 48 hours of volunteer work you will be eligible to receive an annual boat permit and Seasonal Waterpark/Pool pass.

Questions?

Please send us an email at parksrec@ruidoso-nm.gov, or speak to someone in our Parks Office. Call toll-free at (575) 257-5030.