Saturday Visitor Services Desk Attendant
ORGANIZATION: McHenry County Historical Society and Museum
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Position Summary: Saturday Visitor Services Desk Attendant Opportunity! Shifts are available August - October: Saturdays from 11 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Volunteers can pick which Saturdays to work. This position is perfect for NHS high school or college students or retired people. Dress is business casual. The primary duties for this position are to greet visitors and take admission. Those interested can work all or any days, Tuesday-Friday from 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm o (No holidays).
Position Title: Saturday Admission Desk Volunteer
Responsibilities:
- Open and close the museum (turn on lights and display TVs) during Saturday hours.
- Greet and orient the visitors.
- After training, share knowledge of the museum exhibits, Harmony School, and Gannon Cabin.
- Daily cash and credit card handling of museum store and admissions fees.
Time Commitment: Shifts are available June - October Saturdays from 11 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. The shift schedule is flexible. Volunteers can pick which Saturdays to work. Perfect fit for high school or college students or retired persons.
Skills and Recommended Proficiencies:
- Prior cash handling experience.
- Customer service background ideal.
- Ability to sit for prolonged periods.
Training and Preparation: Volunteer orientation and position training with Staff.
Volunteer Work Location:
McHenry County Historical Society and Museum
6422 Main Street
Union, IL 60180
Contact:
Janet Barron
volunteer@mchenrycountyhistroy.org
815-923-1261
1 Shift
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11:00 AM to 04:00 PM CST
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FULL
1 volunteer per week. Volunteers can work as few as one and as many as 4 Saturdays/month
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About McHenry County Historical Society and Museum
Location:
6432 MAIN ST, UNION, IL 60180, US
Mission Statement
We engage and educate current and future generations by preserving and sharing McHenry County history.
Description
Established in 1963, our members, staff, and volunteers have a 60-year-plus record rich in preservation, education, and entertainment contributions to McHenry County.
We create learning experiences and events. We focus on local culture, organization, and family history. We collect and care for notable artifacts. We participate in the activities of like-minded organizations throughout McHenry County.
Besides operating the museum, the Society plaques historic sites and structures, holds adult programs and arranges various school and adult group tours.
CAUSE AREAS
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WHERE
6422 Main StreetUnion, IL 60180
DATE POSTED
October 7, 2024
SKILLS
- Customer Service
- History
- People Skills
GOOD FOR
- Teens
- People 55+
- Public Groups
REQUIREMENTS
- Must be at least 16
- Orientation or Training