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Flexible Schedule
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Colorado Springs, CO 80910
Purpose of Volunteer Position: To help during museum hours to manage the museum and volunteers that may be in the building at the time Number of hours: 4+ hours per week depending on how often you volunteer Location: I n person Reports to: Currently, the Executive Director Works Closely with: The Executive Director, Board President and Museum Docents Volunteer Responsibilities: Depending on the shift, you will follow Opening procedures of the museum or Closing procedures of the museum. Greets PPCM visitors and guests and takes care of their payment If the guest is new, explain how the museum works and what they can expect Keeps track of capacity as to not go over Handles the cash register and all transactions Performs scheduling tasks including: calendar coordination; reserve field trips, birthday parties, play dates, etc. that may come through during the day Responds to telephone and electronic communications, especially on Social Media Performs word processing, photocopying, faxing, data entry, and other administrative duties as assigned. Help to manage any volunteers and delegate tasks in the museum during your shift Help to keep a clean and clutter free appearance of the exhibits throughout your shift Follow all cleaning procedures as needed Be a part of the Operations Committee and be able to meet in person or Zoom 1x a month Volunteer Requirements/Working Conditions: Must live in Colorado Springs and be able to come to PPCM Understand and promote PPCM’s mission Be a part of the Operations Committee and be able to meet in person or Zoom 1x a month Be an ambassador for PPCM Help to educate the community about PPCM Know about the current exhibit rooms and special things about each and maybe how they came to be Recommended Volunteer Qualifications: Must be 18 years or older Enjoy meeting and interacting with other people Personable, outgoing, great customer service Reliable, responsible Extensive prior knowledge of PPCM and play, STEAM, and children’s museum is not required, but a prospective docent should have a working knowledge of these things and a desire to learn about them Able to work independently Able to supervise others as needed Able to speak comfortably before groups of people Physically able to work in the museum - standing, kneeling, sitting, etc. Enthusiastic, flexible
Date Posted: Oct 29, 2021
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Flexible Schedule
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Colorado Springs, CO 80910
Purpose of Volunteer Position: Assist the Lead Educator with PPCM programming in all different areas. Number of hours: Depends on the amount of hours you want to work each month Location: In person & remote Reports to: Currently, the Executive Director Works Closely with: The Executive Director, Board President and all program volunteers Volunteer Responsibilities: Check in with our Sign Up Genius to reserve programming dates that you want to volunteer for Lead an assigned program that you sign up for Get training on the different programs so you are comfortable with running them Work with an assistant educator if assigned If plans change, please let us know in as much advanced time that you cannot make a scheduled volunteer shift Help host programs with children and/or adults that is entertaining, fun and educational Know ahead of time what you will be leading so you can be prepared ahead of time If curriculum development is needed and you are interested in helping in this capacity, please let us know Be a part of the Programs Committee and be able to meet in person or Zoom 1x a month Volunteer Requirements/Working Conditions: Must live in Colorado Springs and be able to come to PPCM Understand and promote PPCM’s mission Be a part of the Programs Committee and be able to meet in person or Zoom 1x a month Be an ambassador for PPCM Help to educate the community about PPCM Recommended Volunteer Qualifications: Must be 18 years or older Experience in the Education, Early Childhood and/or Curriculum fields is a plus CPR, First Aid a plus Knowledge of Sign Up Genius a plus Knowledge of Google Calendars a plus Curriculum writing a plus Working knowledge of databases and MS Office (especially Excel) Able to communicate effectively with diverse people Experience working with kids ages 0-10 years old Excellent organizational and team coordination abilities A pleasant, outgoing personality Bilingual would be a plus
Date Posted: Nov 12, 2021
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Flexible Schedule
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Colorado Springs, CO 80910
Purpose of Volunteer Position: Manage all the volunteers of PPCM and help to onboard more volunteers Number of hours: 5 hours per week Location: In person and remote work Reports to: Currently, the Executive Director Works Closely with: The Executive Director, Board President and all volunteers Volunteer Responsibilities: Source and recruit volunteers through various techniques (databases, e-mail, social media etc.) Experience using Signup Genius and creating signups Coordinate the Volunteer Appreciation event, week and month with the Executive Director in April Create a budget and follow as needed for operating the volunteers of PPCM Collect information on availabilities and skills Arrange for appropriate training when needed Produce schedules for everyday/monthly activities Assign responsibilities to the right people for special events Coordinate teams of volunteers for large-scale actions Communicate frequently with volunteers to ensure they are satisfied and well-placed Disseminate information for upcoming actions and events Keep detailed records of volunteers’ information and assignments Εnsure the purpose of the organization and its actions is clearly communicated Be a part of the Operations Committee and be able to meet in person or Zoom 1x a month Volunteer Requirements/Working Conditions: Must live in Colorado Springs and be able to come to PPCM Understand and promote PPCM’s mission Be a part of the Operations Committee and be able to meet in person or Zoom 1x a month Be an ambassador for PPCM Help to educate the community about PPCM Recommended Volunteer Qualifications: Must be 18 years or older Proven experience as operations director or similar position Experience in volunteering locally and/or internationally Experience in recruiting through various channels Working knowledge of databases and MS Office (especially Excel) Able to communicate effectively with diverse people Excellent organizational and team coordination abilities A pleasant, outgoing personality BSc/BA in business administration, human resources, social studies or relevant field will be appreciate Bilingual would be a plus
Date Posted: Nov 4, 2021
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Flexible Schedule
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Colorado Springs, CO 80910
Purpose: The purpose of the Board of Directors of the Pikes Peak Children’s Museum is to advise, assist, and provide leadership and overall direction in support of the mission, vision, and the next steps for how the museum will grow and develop in our community. Term of office: 2 years, which may be renewed up to a maximum of 3 consecutive terms. Members are then required to be off the Board for one year before again serving. Board Responsibilities: The Board of Directors is legally and ethically responsible for all activities of the Museum. Determine how PPCM carries out its mission through long- and short-range planning and review, and develop, approve, implement, and support the Museum’s Strategic Plan Exercise fiduciary responsibilities, including budget and annual review oversight Recruit, orient, and develop new Board members Oversee fundraising efforts Evaluate the overall performance of PPCM in achieving its mission Ensure PPCM is in compliance with nonprofit IRS regulations Establish policies for the effective management of PPCM Evaluating and serving as an advisory role for the Executive Director Responsibilities of Directors: Understand and promote PPCM’s mission Serve as a working member of at least one Board committee Participate in resource development and fundraising Participate in our annual give-or-get fundraising efforts in the amount of $500+ Advocate on behalf of PPCM Help to educate the community about the PPCM Review Board meeting materials before each meeting Review finances Identify any potential conflicts of interest Participate as a volunteer at some events and/or in museum exhibits Time Commitment: Attend, in person or by electronic means, and actively participate in at least 75% of Board meetings, held once per month Annual Day Long Board Strategic Retreat tentatively scheduled for September 2022. Participation in community events highly encouraged Attendance at major annual events and fundraisers highly recommended. Skills and Backgrounds: We are looking for individuals that are ready to give back to the community, in particular, the Southeast Colorado Springs community. A diverse group of individuals that have a passion for education, children & youth, S.T.E.A.M. and arts & culture in Colorado Springs. A vast array of skills and backgrounds are needed to continue our mission and vision for Pikes Peak Children’s Museum.
Date Posted: Nov 12, 2021
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Flexible Schedule
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Colorado Springs, CO 80910
Purpose of Volunteer Position: Assist the Program Coordinator and manage the Investicrates rentals Number of hours: 2-10 hours per month Location: In person & remote Reports to: Currently, the Executive Director Works Closely with: The Executive Director, Board President and all program volunteers Volunteer Responsibilities: Help keep up the calendar for Investicrates Coordinate and communicate with those that are renting Investicrates Help marketing team to advertise Investicrates Maintain and clean the Investicrates as they are returned Coordinate with the Executive Director when new supplies are needed Possibly create new crates as needed Be a part of the Programs Committee and be able to meet in person or Zoom 1x a month Volunteer Requirements/Working Conditions: Must live in Colorado Springs and be able to come to PPCM Understand and promote PPCM’s mission Be a part of the Programs Committee and be able to meet in person or Zoom 1x a month Be an ambassador for PPCM Help to educate the community about PPCM Recommended Volunteer Qualifications: Must be 18 years or older Experience in the Education, Early Childhood and/or Curriculum fields is a plus Knowledge of Square and WIX.com a plus Knowledge of Google Calendars a plus Working knowledge of databases and MS Office (especially Excel) Able to communicate effectively with diverse people Excellent organizational and team coordination abilities A pleasant, outgoing personality Bilingual would be a plus
Date Posted: Nov 12, 2021
