The RV Daily Report notes that the National Association of RV Parks and Campgrounds (ARVC) is concerned that there is a shortage of trained hospitality employees to work and manage RV parks that now offer more amenities and live entertainment. Snowbird RV resorts in the Phoenix area regularly offer big-name entertainment plus have loads of activities and excursions planned for winter guests. Not all owners and managers have the experience to run RV parks and resorts at this level.
Linda Profaizer, president and CEO of the National Association of RV Parks and Campgrounds, says that parks struggle to find managers and support staff with the proper training and experience. She goes on to say, “Much of the hospitality industry does not even know that hospitality, entertainment and management job opportunities exist in the private park sector, which is why we’re trying to get the word out.”
ARVC is stepping up to the plate in several ways. They have a section at their Web site for national job listings. The have developed a fast track park management training program at The National School of RV Park & Campground Management, held in Wheeling, WV. They've also begun to develop park management and guest service training programs through local universities. The first one is being offered through Northern Arizona University in Flagstaff.
This creates more paid opportunities for Workampers who are looking for management positions or work as activity directors. Those still needing to make a living might find this a good career with a chance to move from park to park. See ARVCs Education page for more information about the programs they offer. Jaimie Hall Bruzenak
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