Volunteer - Air Station Prairie

Position Type:

Volunteer GENERAL (unpaid)/Volunteer - Air Station Prairie

Date Posted:

12/12/2022

Date Available:

Ongoing

Closing Date:

Ongoing

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Kent Fuller Air Station Prairie / Tyner Center, a satellite of The Grove, is comprised of a 32 acre remnant tallgrass prairie and wetlands, nature trails, exhibits, a prairie "teaching garden" and a "green" building and is committed to enjoying and preserving the prairie.

The Grove and Kent Fuller Air Station Prairie / Tyner Center rely on the work of volunteers to ensure each visitor has a wonderful experience. You can share your love of history and nature in a rewarding environment. Children under the age of 16 are eligible to volunteer but are required to be accompanied by an adult for all training and service.

JOB SUMMARY

Volunteers are responsible for providing historical and/or environmental programming and interpretation to school groups, tour groups, events, site programming and general visitors. Some of the responsibilities include:

• Help staff with open visitation at the Tyner Center including answering questions, guiding tours, etc.

• Assist with natural area restoration work such as brush cutting and seed collection throughout the year.

• Proactively support the District's environmental initiatives including recycling, conserving resources and preventing pollution. Comply with all District environmental policies and procedures.

QUALIFICATIONS

Volunteers must be at least 16 years or older. Children ages 8 -15 are eligible to volunteer when accompanied by an adult for all training and service.

Volunteers must possess the ability to communicate effectively to patrons and staff. Public speaking and presentation skills for open visitation volunteers is a must.

INTERNAL APPLICANTS

Email a current resume directly to Elizabeth Cline, Volunteer Coordinator

for the Grove and Air Station Prairie at Elizabeth.Cline@GlenviewParks.org

ALL OTHERS, APPLY ONLINE

Visit us at www.GlenviewParks.org - click on "Jobs" at the top of the page.

If interested, please apply early. Recruiting and interviewing will begin immediately.

The Glenview Park District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.