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Employment at Raystown Lake

Raystown currently hosts a staff of over 30 permanent and seasonal employees.  Positions include supervisors, administrative assistants, maintenance laborers, electricians, water/sewer plant operators, dam tenders, park rangers, natural resource specialists and foresters. 

All position openings are announced online at www.usajobs.gov.  Applicants are encouraged to become familiar with the website, check it often for announcements, and use the free tools provided like a resume builder, job search tools, application status tracking, and more! 

Here are some Raystown specific tips when using USAJOBS: 
  • Raystown is identified by the location of Hesston, PA.
  • In general, seasonal positions are announced annually around January/February. 
  • Details about each position (including how to apply) are included in the announcement, but generally seasonal park rangers work from May through September and seasonal maintenance employees work from April through September.

Join Us as a Volunteer at Raystown Lake

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is offering an exciting opportunity for up to 5 individuals or couples to live in our Volunteer Village, free of charge, during the recreation season (May through September). In exchange, volunteers will contribute a minimum of 20 hours per week (individual) or 30 hours per week (couple), including most weekends. 
 
Volunteer Duties May Include: 
  • General maintenance and upkeep 
  • Trail maintenance 
  • Supporting recreational activities 
  • Interpretation and outreach
  • Office and clerical tasks 
  • And more!
Volunteers will work across various projects, with a focus on the Seven Points and Susquehannock areas.
 
How to Apply: 
  • Local Applicants: Visit the Raystown Lake Visitor Center (6993 Seven Points Rd, Hesston PA, 16647 to fill out application.
  • Non-Local Applicants: Send your request for an application to Jenna Conner, Park Ranger/Volunteer Coordinator by emailing jenna.m.conner@usace.army.mil or calling (814) 658-6811.
Recruitment for the following recreation season begins in autumn, and we welcome volunteers from all over the United States. We look forward to hearing from you!