Camp Host at Lincoln

ExplorUS; Cloudcroft (NM); On-site; USD 20,457 - 29,136; Part time

Job summary

A company specializing in outdoor hospitality is hiring Camp Hosts for the Lincoln National Forest in New Mexico. Candidates will provide excellent customer service while maintaining campground facilities. Strong customer service skills and the ability to work in a flexible schedule are essential. This role requires physical labor and the handling of public interactions in a beautiful outdoor setting.

Qualifications

• Enjoys working in an environment of extensive public contact.
• Able to work with minimal supervision and learn quickly.
• Willing to work flexible schedules, including evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Provide excellent customer service by educating visitors.
• Maintain facilities and grounds, ensuring cleanliness.
• Register campers, collect fees, and process revenues.

Skills

Customer service skills

Basic manual labor abilities

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Record-keeping experience

Job description

Join Us at Lincoln Complex!

Outdoor Recreation Hospitality LLC, dba Lincoln— If you are seeking a rewarding position and are passionate about conservation and outdoor recreation, join our 2026 team. Working for the Lincoln National Forest in New Mexico offers the chance to work in a region rich in history, natural beauty, and abundant wildlife.

2026 Seasonal Positions Available

We’re hiring for the upcoming season! These roles are ideal for individuals passionate about conservation, outdoor recreation, and hospitality. You’ll play a vital role in preserving and sharing the natural beauty of this iconic region.

Campground Openings

We currently have openings at multiple locations. Each location offers a distinct work environment:

Site counts range from 19 to 30 per campground. Amenities vary: some sites include hookups for water, electricity, or sewer, while others provide a rustic, off‑grid experience.

Responsibilities differ by location, offering a diverse and dynamic work experience.

Work Schedule & Compensation

Expected weekly hours: 20 to 25 hours, 6 days per week, depending on the location, with potential fluctuations based on business and staffing needs.

Base pay range

$18.00/hr - $18.00/hr

Title: Camp Host

Reports To: General Manager

Department: Operations

Summary

The Campground Host position is frequently filled by two people but may be an individual role in certain locations. The primary objective is to provide a quality recreational experience for visitors within areas operated by the Company. The Campground Host will implement nearly all operational tasks required within their assigned campground or area.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Demonstrates courteousness and displays a helpful attitude to all visitors; provides excellent customer service by educating the public on the rules and regulations of the recreation area.
• Performs certain administrative tasks, including basic recordkeeping and fee collection.
• Maintains facilities and grounds, including cleaning, sanitizing, and stocking of restrooms, emptying trash containers and replacing liners, cleaning roadways and trails, cleaning campsites, picnic tables, fire rings, grills, and disposing of ashes.
• Rakes and grooms sites and public areas, maintains a litter‑free facility, picks up micro‑trash such as bottle caps and cigarette butts, maintains outlying areas such as trails, outposts, and rental cabins.
• Maintains a good working relationship with fellow employees, governmental agency representatives, and the visiting public.
• Registers campers, collects fees, and sells certain retail items such as firewood, ice, and concession goods.
• Processes revenues and fee collection data using Company approved forms and procedures.
• Familiar with local points of interest, nearby facilities, and local rules and regulations.
• Reports problems and any unsafe or hazardous conditions as they are discovered.

REQUIREMENTS

• Strong customer service skills; enjoys working in an environment of extensive public contact.
• Basic manual labor abilities, including an ability and willingness to clean and sanitize facilities with a variety of cleaning agents and chemicals.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Basic record‑keeping experience, including money handling.
• Must be able to work with minimal supervision and be able to learn quickly and follow instructions accurately.
• Willing to work a flexible work schedule, including regular evenings, weekends and holidays.
• Able to lift 20 pounds on a frequent basis.
• The ability to move safely over rough and uneven terrain.
• The ability to work in extreme weather.
• Able to tow own RV (where applicable) in and out of campgrounds in emergency situations.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

Interested? Let’s Talk! We encourage applicants to reach out for more details about each campground’s unique offerings. Whether you're a seasoned outdoor professional or looking to start a new adventure, we’d love to hear from you!