Park Ranger (Interpretation) (Seasonal)
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🌲 Park & Recreation
Volunteer
Job Description
Summary Interpretive Rangers develop and present educational programs including guided walks and presentations, and working with audiences in a variety of park settings. Likely Entry On Duty: June - July 2026 Open to the first 50 applicants. Applications must be submitted by 11:59 (EST) on the 05/17/2026 to be considered. For more park(s) information, select "Learn more about this agency" below: Learn more about this agency This job is open to The public U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.…
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Work camping in Kansas — common questions
What's the typical work-camping season in Kansas?
Kansas work-camping runs April through October with peak hiring March-April. The reservoir parks (Cheney, Milford, Tuttle Creek, El Dorado) drive most of the traffic. The Flint Hills tourism corridor (Cottonwood Falls, Council Grove) has a smaller but steadier season. Western Kansas is sparse — fewer than 50 jobs typically.
What pay range should I expect for camp jobs in Kansas?
Pay rates for Kansas work-camping positions cluster between $16.88/hour and $21.00/hour for most positions, based on listings currently in our database. Camp host roles that include a free RV site typically pay at the lower end. Maintenance, front-desk lead, and activities-coordinator positions pay at the higher end. Some volunteer state-park host positions trade work hours for a free full-hookup site instead of a paycheck — the site itself is often worth $600-$1,500/month in equivalent value.
Do Kansas campgrounds typically provide an RV site?
Kansas state park host sites are at designated locations within the assigned park. Hookup configurations vary by park — the larger reservoir parks generally have better host site amenities than the smaller inland parks. Private campgrounds in the Topeka and Wichita commuter belts pay more cash but offer less site value.
Which Kansas state parks hire work campers?
Yes — Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks (KDWP) runs camp host, cabin host, and volunteer maintenance positions at multiple state parks including Eisenhower, Cedar Bluff, Kanopolis, and Cross Timbers. Applications are PDF-based on the KDWP website (ksoutdoors.gov) with materials specific to each position.