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3 people are interested
Horticultural Librarian Assistant at Brookside Gardens
ORGANIZATION: Montgomery Parks, M-NCPPC
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3 people are interested
Brookside Gardens is a nationally known 50-acre public garden attracting visitors to its many programs and facilities.
The Brookside Gardens Reference Library is an important resource provided for public use. It is open daily except holidays. Volunteers will assist patrons seeking information about plants and gardening using library resources, including books, magazines, electronic media, and the Internet. This position provides volunteers the opportunity to learn library skills, learn how a public display garden works, and get to know the knowledgeable and professional horticulture staff. Library volunteers are needed on weekdays to assist library visitors & help maintain our book collection, or to work on library catalog issues.
Library hours are M-F 10-3 pm and closed on Holidays
*Previous librarians encouraged to apply*
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About Montgomery Parks, M-NCPPC
Location:
Wheaton Headquarters, 2425 Reedie Drive, Wheaton, MD 20902, US
Mission Statement
Protect and interpret our valuable natural and cultural resources; balance the demand for recreation with the need for conservation; offer a variety of enjoyable recreational activities that encourage healthy lifestyles; and provide clean, safe, and accessible places for leisure-time activities.
Description
Our agency is located just north of Washington D.C., and was originally created to protect the stream valleys around the D.C. area. We have grown into a 34,000 acre park system with over 400 local, urban and regional parks; recreation centers; ballfields; playgrounds; nature centers, a botanic garden and over 200 miles of trails.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
Brookside Gardens1800 Glenallen AvenueWheaton, MD 20902
DATE POSTED
July 20, 2018
SKILLS
- Literacy / Reading
- Basic Computer Skills
- People Skills
- Customer Service
GOOD FOR
- People 55+
REQUIREMENTS
- Background Check
- Must be at least 18
- Orientation or Training
- a 2.5 hour shift per week, but flexible