Visitor Center Front Desk Volunteer (year round)
ORGANIZATION: National Park Service
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Biscayne National Park's Volunteers In Parks program is looking for energetic individuals to help us at the front desk at the Dante Fascell Visitor Center. We have several morning (9a-1p) and afternoon (1p-5p) shifts available throughout the week. We look for volunteers who enjoy teaching others and can spend time thoughtfully answering visitor questions. This position is geared towards individuals over the age of 18 who are able to commit to at least six months of volunteer work so local applicants are preferred. This position can be very high paced on busy days.
Some of the tasks for this position will include
- Welcoming visitors
- Answering visitor questions
- Playing park films and answer park phone
- Working with park staff to provide excellent customer service
We are looking for self starters, individuals who are punctual, dependable, and good communicators (spoken and written). Bilingual is helpful but not necessary for this position. CPR/First Aid training also helpful but not required. We will provide training and a uniform (shirt and hat) for the position. There is no housing available.
Biscayne follows CDC covid guidance.
Start Date - 2022-05-28
End Date - 2023-05-27
Activities include: General Assistance;Tour Guide/Interpretation;Visitor Information;Night Sky / Astronomy
Difficulty_Level: Average
Hosts Housing Amenities: No Housing/Amenities Available
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Location:
1849 C Street NW, Washington, DC 20240, US
Mission Statement
The National Park Service preserves unimpaired the natural and cultural resources and values of the National Park System for the enjoyment, education, and inspiration of this and future generations. The Park Service cooperates with partners to extend the benefits of natural and cultural resource conservation and outdoor recreation throughout this country and the world.
Description
The U.S. National Park Service, www.nps.gov, cares for special places saved by the American people so that all may experience our heritage. We care for more than 400 national parks and help communities preserve their historic places and open spaces.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
9700 SW 328th StreetHomestead, FL 33033
DATE POSTED
May 24, 2023
SKILLS
- Environmental Education
- Interpreter
- Outdoor Recreation
- Water Recreation
GOOD FOR
- People 55+
REQUIREMENTS
- Sunday;Monday;Tuesday;Wednesday;Thursday;Friday;Saturday