Seasonal Campground Host: Guest Services & Maintenance

Outdoor Recreation Hospitality; Evanston (IL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Outdoor Recreation Hospitality in the Evanston-Mountain View District is hiring for 2026 seasonal Camp Host positions across several campgrounds. The role focuses on delivering quality visitor experiences, enforcing rules, and supporting campground operations.

The Campground Host works under the General Manager in the Operations department, performing duties from guest assistance to fee collection and site upkeep. Seasonal, outdoors, and hospitality-focused.

Qualifications

• Strong customer service skills.
• Basic manual labor abilities including cleaning and sanitizing facilities.
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills.
• Basic recordkeeping including money handling.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision and follow instructions.
• Willing to work a flexible schedule including evenings, weekends and holidays.
• Able to lift 20 pounds frequently.
• Ability to move safely over rough and uneven terrain.
• Ability to work in extreme weather.

Responsibilities

• Provide courteous service and educate visitors on park rules.
• Perform administrative tasks including basic recordkeeping and fee collection.
• Maintain facilities and grounds: clean, sanitize, stock restrooms, empty trash, clean campsites and tables.
• Rake and groom sites and trails; keep areas litter-free and clean rental areas.
• Assist with fee collection and revenue processing using approved forms.
• Maintain familiarity with local points of interest and regulations.
• Report hazards or problems to the supervisor.

Skills

Customer service

Manual labor

Verbal communication

Written communication

Money handling

Flexible schedule

Team player

Job description

Outdoor Recreation Hospitality in the Evanston-Mountain View District is hiring for 2026 seasonal Camp Host positions across several campgrounds. The role focuses on delivering quality visitor experiences, enforcing rules, and supporting campground operations.

The Campground Host works under the General Manager in the Operations department, performing duties from guest assistance to fee collection and site upkeep. Seasonal, outdoors, and hospitality-focused.