CHATTANOOGA AUDUBON SOCIETY
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900 N SANCTUARY RD CHATTANOOGA, TN 37421
United States
Active Opportunities (2)
Flexible Schedule
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Chattanooga, TN 37421
The Visitor Center Host will play a crucial role in creating a positive and welcoming experience for visitors. This internship provides an opportunity to gain hands-on experience in visitor services, communication, and event coordination. The selected candidate will work closely with our team to assist visitors, provide information about our organization, and contribute to the overall success of our visitor engagement initiatives. Responsibilities: Visitor Assistance: Greet visitors warmly and assist with inquiries, directions, and general information. Become knowledgeable about the organization's exhibits, programs, and offerings to effectively communicate with visitors. Front Desk Operations: Manage the front desk, answer phone calls, and handle visitor inquiries in person and over the phone. Assist with admission sales, memberships, gift shop purchases, and other transactions as needed. Educational Outreach: Provide information to school groups, tourists, and other visitors about the educational opportunities and resources available at the organization. Support educational initiatives aimed at enhancing the visitor experience. Shifts are a minimum of 4 hours one day a week. Mondays, Wednesday, Saturdays and Sundays are the days with the greatest need. We ask that you commit to at least on day a week. If you commit to a Saturday or Sunday we ask that you commit to at least 2 a month Qualifications: Excellent communication and customer service skills. Enthusiastic and friendly demeanor. Ability to handle multiple tasks and prioritize responsibilities. Comfortable working with diverse groups of people. Interest in the organization's mission and dedication to creating a positive visitor experience.
Date Posted: 2024-03-22
Flexible Schedule
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Chattanooga, TN 37421
CABIN DOCENT Are you passionate about history and eager to share your enthusiasm with others? We invite you to become a docent for our 1700s cabin exhibit and take visitors on a journey back in time to the early days of American settlement. About the Cabin: The original cabin was likely built by the Cherokee people during the mid 1700's and is representative of a typical Cherokee homestead during the early 1800's. The cabin was moved from its original location by the railroad, due to the railroad shaking the cabin. What We're Looking For: Enthusiasm for history and a desire to educate and engage visitors. Strong communication skills to convey the history and significance of the cabin. Willingness to learn and share information about the exhibit. A friendly and approachable demeanor. Availability for guided tours and a commitment to the docent schedule. (One Saturday a month, or we have a weekday option during the Summer months) What You'll Do: Lead guided tours of the 1700s cabin. Share historical facts and stories about the families that lived in the cabin. Answer visitor questions and provide insights into the cabin's construction, furnishings, and daily life. Ensure a welcoming and informative experience for all visitors. Training and Support: We provide training and resource materials to help you become comfortable in your role as a cabin docent. You'll have the opportunity to work with experienced docents and museum staff to ensure you are well-prepared to lead engaging tours. How to Apply: If you're interested in becoming a cabin docent for our 1700s cabin, Please email our Education Director jwhitehorn@chattaudubon.org or call 423-892-1499 for more information
Date Posted: 2024-03-14
Organization Information
Mission Statement
To educate and promote an understanding of the responsibility to preserve and protect our environmental, cultural, and historical resources through programming and stewardship.
Description
Audubon Acres, a 130 acre sanctuary at the end of Gunbarrel Road, is the primary property of the Chattanooga Audubon Society. With five miles of walking trails, the property crosses over South Chickamauga Creek via our trail system with a lovely swinging bridge. Audubon Acres is also home to a wide variety of other activities including: Trail of Tears site and the home of the Cherokee built Spring Frog Cabin CE Blevins Replica Egg Collection Dr. Robert Meyers Native Artifact Collection Maclellan Island, another Chattanooga Audubon Society sanctuary property, is located on the river in downtown Chattanooga. Primitive camping is allowed on the Island and access is via watercraft only
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