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3 people are interested
Program Volunteer
ORGANIZATION: C&O Canal Trust, Inc.
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3 people are interested
C&O Canal Trust Program Volunteer
REPORTS TO: Becky Curtis, Director of Programs and Partnerships
LOCATION: C&O Canal Nat’l Historical Park Headquarters, Hagerstown, MD
DURATION: Flexible
HOURS: Flexible
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
The C&O Canal Trust is looking for a motivated high school student to assist with daily operations in both the office and the Park. Duties may include:
- Assisting with our volunteer program, Canal Pride. Tasks include data entry, volunteer outreach, and preparing for and participating in volunteer events.
- Assisting with research, public program development, and maintenance tasks for our award-winning Canal Quarters overnight experience program (www.CanalQuarters.org).
- Write short blog and social media posts as needed.
- Other office duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Leadership and organizational skills.
- Outgoing self-starter, but collaborates well in a team environment.
- Must have experience in the use of software programs such as MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- As this position may involve extensive local travel to and from events, a personal vehicle is required.
- A sense of humor and positive outlook!
BENEFITS:
Individuals volunteering with the Trust will have unique opportunities to further develop their professional skills, including:
- Valuable work experience in the nonprofit industry in partnership with the National Park Service.
- Student Service Learning hours can be obtained if needed.
- Participation in professional development opportunities as available.
TO APPLY:
Interested parties should submit an application, including a resume, to Becky Curtis at curtis@canaltrust.org.
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About C&O Canal Trust, Inc.
Location:
1850 Dual Highway, Ste. 100, Hagerstown, MD 21742, US
Mission Statement
The C&O Canal Trust is a nonprofit organization whose mission is to work in partnership with the National Park Service to protect, restore, and promote the C&O Canal National Historical Park. The Trust seeks to ensure that the park's natural, historical, and recreational potential is fully realized.
Description
The C&O Canal Trust is a nonprofit organization whose mission is to work in partnership with the National Park Service to protect, restore, and promote the C&O Canal National Historical Park. The Trust seeks to ensure that the park's natural, historical, and recreational potential is fully realized.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
1850 Dual Highway Suite 100Hagerstown, MD 21740
DATE POSTED
August 11, 2017
SKILLS
- People Skills
- Verbal / Written Communication
- CSR / Volunteer Coordination
- Customer Service
- Community Outreach
GOOD FOR
- Teens
REQUIREMENTS
- Driver's License Needed
- Must be at least 16
- Flexible
- See opportunity description