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Volunteer Captain
ORGANIZATION: Garden City Bird Sanctuary, Inc
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The Garden City Bird Sanctuary, Inc. (GCBS) is looking for a Volunteer Corps Captain to oversee and manage the Volunteer Corps. You will be given 330 community service / volunteer hours for this position. Looks great on a resume or college application, and you belong to a great group of people helping to make our community and world a better place!
Job Title: Volunteer Corps Captain
Department: GCBS Volunteer Corps
Period: EOM April to EOM September
Position Type: Volunteer (you will be given 330 community service / volunteer hours)
Reports To: GCBS Board of Directors
Commitment: 10-15 hours/week
Requirements: Only serious candidates who can commit their time. Must be 18 or older.
Job Summary
The gates of the Garden City Bird Sanctuary ("GCBS"), located at 182 Tanners Pond Rd, would not be open to the public without the help of the volunteers and particularly the Volunteer Captain. As the Captain you will ensure this environmental gem is accessible to all who wish to enjoy it during the 'open season' (the open season runs from the end of April through September, weekends only, 10 am-6 pm).
Responsibilities
Oversee the GCBS Volunteer Corps Members
+ Volunteer Management
- Meet with (virtual or in person) interested volunteers and decide upon whether they are suitable and reliable enough for the assignment
- Conduct a brief 'new volunteer' orientation and obtain a signed waiver
- Provide keys to the GCBS to volunteers who will be opening the sanctuary, and manage volunteer key inventory
- Work closely with the Assistant Volunteer Captain(s) to delegate tasks and responsibilities to avoid burnout
+ Scheduling
- Oversee monthly weekend shift signups and manage shift coverage
- Address open shifts due to lack of signups or when a volunteer cannot make their selected shift
+ Gate Obligations
- Sign up for two or more shifts per month, where you can conduct 'new volunteer' orientation or help fill gaps in the schedule
- Make the decision to close the sanctuary for inclement weather and to notify the Volunteer Corps Members
Additional Statements
This position and title come with great responsibility; only serious candidates who can commit their time will be considered. Must be 18 or older.
Please apply by emailing us at gcbirdsanctuary@gmail.com
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About Garden City Bird Sanctuary, Inc
Location:
182 Tanners Pond Rd, Garden City, NY 11530, US
Mission Statement
The mission of the Garden City Bird Sanctuary, Inc. is to manage protected greenspace for environmental stewardship, research, education, and community services programs.
Description
Founded in 1995, we are a nine-acre environmental jewel in the heart of Garden City. We maintain and improve the property, make it available to the public on weekends from April through September, and host educational programs. We also work with other charitable organizations to raise money for worthwhile causes.
CAUSE AREAS
Community,
Environment
WHEN
We'll work with your schedule.
WHERE
182 Tanners Pond RoadGarden City, NY 11530
(40.73201 ,-73.67119 )
DATE POSTED
February 21, 2025
SKILLS
- Program Management
- Management
- Organization
- People Skills
- Problem Solving
- Verbal / Written Communication
GOOD FOR
- Teens
- People 55+
REQUIREMENTS
- Must be at least 18
- Orientation or Training
- Two 2-hour shifts per month and be prepared to cover open shifts if needed.
- Must be reliable and trustworthy. This position and title come with great responsibility; only serious candidates who can commit their time will be considered