River Steward Intern — Snake River Canyon

Reports to: FBT Project Manager (admin); Lead River Ranger (on the ground)
Effective Start Date: Mid-May 2026 (but as late as June 8, 2026)
Employment Classification: Seasonal part-time
Rate of Pay: $16/hr

Responsibilities

This is a highly public-facing, outdoor position focused on visitor education, site presence, and day-to-day stewardship of river access sites. River Stewards serve as an important link between visitors, Forest Service staff, and the broader river community.

• Site Management: Conduct daily patrols of recreation sites, especially boat ramps during peak seasons. This includes managing the flow of visitors on the boat ramp.
• Fee Machine Management: Maintain the self-service fee kiosks, educate visitors on how to use them and upload transactional data each day.
• Visitor Education: Educate visitors about new fees, river safety, ethics and compliance with forest regulations.
• Facility Maintenance: Maintain river recreation sites by removing trash, performing light landscaping work, and ensuring facilities are in good condition.
• Data Collection: Complete monitoring reports related to river, outfitter, and facility use.
• On-water Patrols: Not required, but encouraged.
• Information Kiosk Staffing: Staff the river information kiosk and provide timely, accurate information to floaters and other river users.

Requirements

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with a passion for public service.
• Ability to engage respectfully with diverse visitors in dynamic, sometimes fast-paced environments.
• Comfort using tablet computers or similar technology for data collection.
• Interest or experience in river recreation (rafting, kayaking, swiftwater safety) is a plus.
• Physical ability to work outdoors in varied weather, stand and walk for extended periods, and lift moderate weight.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating closely with partners and supervisors.
• Demonstrated initiative, problem-solving skills, and good judgment.
• Valid driver’s license.
• First Aid/CPR certification preferred.

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