Weekend Nature Center Host (Fri., Sat., and/or Sun.) | Black Hill Visitor Center, Boyds

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Are you passionate about nature and love to help others? Have you always thought of volunteering, or maybe a way to connect with your community? Our Volunteer Hosts are stationed in the Black Hill Visitor Center lobby on weekends (Friday thru Sunday), where they welcome and answer questions from the public, check people in for nature programs, assist Nature Center Staff, and answer telephone calls. They may occasionally help with office work, computer work, program preparation, and exhibits.

We are looking for volunteer hosts that are people-oriented, enjoy sharing the joys of nature, and would be great representatives for Black Hill Nature Programs and Montgomery Parks!

This is a long-term volunteer opportunity and we are looking for someone who can help out for at least 3 months regularly.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Greet visitors.
2. Check people in for programs.
3. Learn about the program offerings, resources, and interpretation.
4. Answer visitor and telephone inquiries or direct to appropriate staff.
5. Take messages if necessary.
6. Occasionally help with office administrative work, computer work, and program/exhibit preparation.
7. Water plants and outdoor gardens.
8. Assist with picking up outdoor play spaces during shift.
9. Assist staff in emergency situations.

HOURS:
Volunteers generally work a three to five-hour shift afternoons between 10 am and 5 pm (winter) or 6 pm (summer), Friday thru Sunday only. This position is year-round.

Website: www.blackhillnature.org