MISSOURI STATE PARKS

Taum Sauk Mountain State Park Hosting Duties

• Collect camp fees regularly, entering all relevant information the RS2 reservation system. 
• Follow the Missouri State Parks cash handling procedure when handling camp fees. 
• Inform patrons of park rules
• Make determinations when to contact supervisor or law-enforcement personnel.
• Clean the pit-latrines at the trail head, campground, and by the MDC fire tower as needed. 
• Clean fire-rings and grills as needed.
• Pick up trash from the park and MDC fire tower area. 
• Light maintenance, including, but not limited to weed-eating, leaf blowing, mowing, etc. 

Other information/Requirements

• Hosts will work approximately 35 – 40 hours each week.  (Roughly 5 hours each day)
• Host must work independently, making determinations when to contact supervisor or law-enforcement personnel. The closest park staff is located at Johnson’s Shut-Ins State Park, approximately 25 miles away. 
• A maximum stay of three months will be permitted
• Park will reimburse campground host (maximum of $200) for travel to the site. 
• Use of own vehicle may be required and will be reimbursed at the IRS mileage rate

Looking for a unique destination? Johnson’s Shut-Ins State Park offers ancient beauty!

The wilderness qualities and geology of Johnson’s Shut-Ins State Park and the surrounding St. Francois Mountains make this park a special place to visit. Its rugged character provides the perfect backdrop for camping, hiking, picnicking, splashing in the shut-ins, exploring nature or just relaxing.