Host in Ogden 2027

ExplorUS; Ogden (UT); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

ExplorUS seeks energetic hosts for the 2027 season to ensure memorable visitor experiences at the Ogden District of the Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest. Hosts support operations across campground assignments, providing courteous service and assisting with program execution while upholding area rules.

Responsibilities include guest education, fee handling, facility upkeep, and collaboration with staff to maintain safe, welcoming environments in diverse outdoor settings.

Qualifications

• Strong customer service skills with public contact experience.
• Clear verbal and written communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• Provide quality recreational experiences and educate the public on rules and regulations.
• Perform administrative tasks including basic recordkeeping and fee collection.

Skills

Customer service

Verbal communication

Written communication

Recordkeeping

Physical stamina

Flexibility

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Job description

Join Us at the Uinta Wasatch Ogden District!

If you are an outdoor enthusiast seeking a dynamic role that provides the chance to contribute to conservation efforts and help visitors experience the natural beauty of the Ogden region, come join our 2027 team. Working in the Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest's Ogden District offers the opportunity to support outdoor recreation in a stunning area known for its towering peaks, scenic canyons, and abundant wildlife. Work where you play!

2027 Seasonal Positions Available

We’re hiring for the upcoming season with multiple openings across several campgrounds within the Ogden District. These roles are ideal for individuals passionate about conservation, outdoor recreation, and hospitality, and each campground offers its own unique setting and experience.

Title: Host

Reports To: General Manager

Department: Operations

Summary: The 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 Host will implement nearly all operational tasks required within their assigned campground or area.

RESPONSIBILTIES:

• 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 the 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 communications skills.
• Basic recordkeeping 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.