Weekday Front Reception Desk Volunteer
aldo leopold nature centerMonona, WI
Weekday Front Reception Desk Volunteer
aldo leopold nature centerMonona, WI
yesterday
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Nature Parks and Other Similar InstitutionsEnvironment, Conservation and Wildlife OrganizationsAdministration of Conservation ProgramsAbout the role
The Aldo Leopold Nature Center (ALNC) seeks friendly and adaptable individuals to join its team in a dynamic volunteer position engaging the public onsite at their indoor/outdoor Monona campus. ALNC is now looking for a dedicated volunteer to assist with weekday and/or weekend reception desk staffing. Activities focus on greeting visitors, accepting mail and deliveries, assisting our community in-person and via phone and email, and helping grow the ALNC community. Time Commitment and Details: This is a committed part-time volunteer position. Shifts generally run for 2-4 hours between 9 am and 4 pm Monday through Friday, and are scheduled according to each volunteer's availability. Minimum of 2 shifts per month at a minimum of 2 hours per shift. Opportunities: Become experienced building relationships with the public while supporting a non-profit environmental education center on acres of restored prairie, wetland, and woodland habitat; become familiar with a wide range of interpretive materials; gain hospitality experience working with public visitors of all ages.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Be a friendly face to ALNC visitors and community members.
Oversee public areas; troubleshoot, upkeep, and answer questions as needed.
Assist with administrative and customer service duties, visitor information and main phone line operation.
Re-stock, tidy, and maintain public areas.
Other duties such as creating teaching supplies or field guides, supporting educational programming, assisting with building and grounds tasks, etc. depending on interest, skills and schedule.
This position will interact with staff across the organization and report to the Director of Community Engagement.
Requirements and Qualifications:
At least 18 years of age.
Interest in nature preferred.
Comfort in following written instructions and procedures.
Superior customer service skills; cheerful, positive, open attitude, good sense of humor, and ability to interact with people of all ages.
Flexibility and creativity; organization skills and ability to multi-task and problem-solve.
Ability to manage own schedule and work well in a team environment with other staff.
Reliable transportation to ALNC.Computer skills (Microsoft Office, email, etc.)Must pass background check.
ALNC is a nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting equitable environmental education for children, their teachers, and families. Our grounds are free and open to the public and we offer nature-based programs and host public and private events.
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Experience level
Entry
Location
Monona, WI
Occupation
Receptionists and Information Clerks
Industry
Nature Parks and Other Similar Institutions
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