DRAFT Volunteers-In-Parks Program Agreement

The Volunteers-In-Parks (VIP) program is administrated by the National Park Service (NPS). It provides important protection for volunteers while serving their trail community.

All Volunteers-In-Parks (VIPs) are entitled to the same injury considerations that National Park Service (NPS) employees receive, provided they are operating within their approved scope of duties and NPS policies. Additionally, VIPs are recognized for their contributions and earn annual recognition items based on hours of service, and are eligible to attend certain skills and leadership training.

1. Review the position description and job hazard analysis for the position(s) that best fit your interests, skills, and abilities.
2. Print and complete the agreement. Be sure to check the appropriate boxes in Box 26 of the agreement, identifying which position descriptions and job hazard analyses you have read. View this completed example for additional reference.
3. Mail the signed agreement to NPS Volunteer Program Manager at 318 E. Main St., Suite K, Lowell, MI 49331. Only printed copies with handwritten signatures will be accepted at this time.

This is only for specific, short-term activities (two consecutive days maximum) or for specific projects where outside organized groups participate in a project. All members of the group should understand the project and the associated safety hazards as identified in the Job Hazard Analysis.

1. Print the agreement for the group leader and each individual under the age of 18; each should complete the form. View this completed example for additional reference.
2. Print the Group Sign-Up Form and have all group members sign it. View this completed example for additional reference.
3. Mail all signed agreements and the Group Sign-Up Form to NPS Volunteer Program Manager at 318 E. Main St., Suite K, Lowell, MI 49331. Only printed copies with handwritten signatures will be accepted at this time.