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2 people are interested
The Art & Science of Arachnids Volunteer
ORGANIZATION: Virginia Living Museum
Please visit the new page to apply.
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2 people are interested
PURPOSE: To enhance the museum guest’s understanding and appreciation of arachnids, to see the impact that arachnids have on our world and the environment, and the various benefits that arachnids provide.
INTERPRETIVE DUTIES:
- Greet all guests in a friendly, respectful and enthusiastic manner.
- Relate to all guests in a friendly, enthusiastic, and respectful manner.
- Anticipate and answer guest questions as they arise.
- Ability to represent the museum in a professional and knowledgeable manner at all times.
- Provide accurate and current information on the exhibit, the items and creatures displayed, and other museum information as necessary.
- Work well with others and maintain guest interaction.
- Explain or demonstrate the best way to view the exhibit and help visitors who are in need of assistance.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- All Virginia Living Museum volunteers must work at least 1 shift per month.
- Strong interest in arachnids and natural sciences.
- Dependable and flexible.
- Ability to stand for long periods of time.
- An enthusiastic, outgoing personality and a desire to work with and educate others.
- Ability to initiate interactions with strangers.
- Ability to represent the museum in a positive way through attitude, appearance, and actions.
- Ability to maintain focus on guest interactions during unstructured time.
- Ability to remain in assigned area during the shift, with the exception of breaks.
More opportunities with Virginia Living Museum
No additional volunteer opportunities at this time.
About Virginia Living Museum
Location:
524 J. Clyde Morris Blvd, Newport News, VA 23601, US
Mission Statement
"Connecting People to Nature through Educational Experiences that Promote Conservation."
Description
Volunteers at the Virginia Living Museum enhance the experience of our guests, are an integral part of the staff, and enrich the lives of our animals. Volunteers keep the museum thriving, functioning and continuously growing. They give their time and talents to ensure the success of this non-profit organization and support our mission to protect what’s precious.
Volunteers at the Virginia Living Museum work with staff members to promote conservation by teaching the beauty and uniqueness of Virginia’s many habitats. They can be found helping in the public parts of the museum or behind the scenes working to maintain the high level of quality care we provide for our animals. No matter what the service, volunteers are an asset to the Virginia Living Museum. In fact, volunteers outnumber paid staff five to one.
There are a wide variety of positions available to volunteers allowing people to find a location at the museum in which they would truly enjoy volunteering. Whether you enjoy working with the public, prefer engaging with plant and animal life, or are seeking to acquire skills in communication or husbandry, the Virginia Living Museum has it all! We are seeking enthusiastic and dependable people, regardless of background and experience. If this sounds like you, please consider volunteering at the Virginia Living Museum and become a part of our organization.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
524 J. Clyde Morris BlvdNewport News, VA 23601
DATE POSTED
December 4, 2017
SKILLS
- Exhibition Arts
- People Skills
- Public Speaking
- General Education
GOOD FOR
N/A
REQUIREMENTS
- Must be at least 11
- Orientation or Training
- minimum volunteer requirement is 4 months
- 11-14 year olds MUST have an adult apply with them, 15 and older may volunteer alone