Park Resident Cabin Host to Help Preserve the Past July - October, 2025

A perfect opportunity for history buffs. Myakka has five small historic palm log cabins built by the Civilian Conservation Corps in the late 1930s. These unique structures, set in a beautiful oak and palm hammock, help give visitors a chance to step back into Florida's past. You are a important part of preserving these cabins by cleaning and keeping them well maintained and offering the experience to stay in them to the public.

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RESPONSIBILITIES MAY INCLUDE:

• Cleaning and maintenance of cabins, both inside and out
• Routine, thorough, cleaning of bathroom, kitchen, fireplace and sleeping area
• Garbage removal, stock linens, inventory kitchenware, and prepare cabins for occupancy
• Keep interior and exterior free of cobwebs
• Check a/c filters, fire extinguishers and smoke alarms on a routine basis
• Check litter, grills, fire rings, picnic table outside
• Abide by park rules concerning uniforms and safety at all times
• Report to ranger station when the cabins are clean and ready for occupancy

REQUIRED SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• We need folks who are personable and pay attention to detail
• Have good general maintenance skills
• Have superb cleaning skills and are very thorough
• Resident volunteers will be provided a campsite with water, electric, sewer hookup and picnic table

SCHEDULING REQUIREMENTS:

• This position is available for the months of July through October 2025
• A minimum of 2 months and maximum of 4 months is required
• Cabin Cleaners work 4 days a week, with 3 days off; daily hours will vary with workload
• Schedule will include weekend days
• 24 hours per week per campsite is required for park residency
• There are usually 2 couples assigned cabin cleaner positions
• Schedules can vary and overlap to suit individual/park needs or workload

TRAINING/PRE-REQUISITS:

• In the Volunteer Portal, have a Volunteer Application and a current Volunteer Agreement and Volunteer DEP Annual Combo Training (diversity, sexual harassment & workers' compensation), both renewed annually. Must pass state and national sexual predator checks.
• Training on cabin cleaner duties and expectations will be provided by staff or experienced volunteers upon arrival and prior to beginning regular schedule.
• This cabin cleaner position requires the use of a UTV or golf cart and therefore requires a valid driver's license and DEP UTV/LSV training prior to vehicle operation. The UTV course will be offered within the first week

BENEFITS:

Enrichment and the satisfaction of helping Myakka River State Park by providing services the park would not otherwise benefit from. Myakka values volunteers and the services that you provide. To show appreciation, park resident volunteers are provided benefits:

• Campsite with water, electric, sewer, grill, picnic table.
• Coin operated laundry facilities
• Wide range of recreational opportunities
• You will be provided a Volunteer T-shirt and a nametag
• Upon completion of your first 50 hours, you will receive a free entrance pass* to the park you currently serve and 6 visits for you and your family to any other state park
• Upon completion of 250 hours, you will receive a special volunteer annual pass for you and your family to any Florida State Park (*request passes from the Volunteer Manager. Some restrictions apply)
• Join us in park staff gatherings (i.e., potlucks, celebrations, holiday parties, etc.) and the annual district Volunteer Appreciation gathering
• Be a part of the Florida Park Service family, working alongside like-minded staff and volunteers
• You have the opportunity for personal enrichment and experience working in a unique state park setting

Location: District 4.Myakka River State Park