Job Summary:
This position involves indoor visitor assistance at the new Wetlands Education Center. It is similar to a docent position. Some duties include greeting, answering questions, helping visitors with maps and nature exhibits, selling nature store items, and setting up spotting scopes for bird-watching. Training is provided by staff. This position is very enjoyable for environmentally-conscious people who like to help other people of all ages enjoy and learn about nature!
Time to be Available:
There are shifts from 10-1pm and 1-4pm Monday through Sunday; substitutes are needed for all shifts. Our most urgent need is for a regular Center Guide for Sunday mornings from 10:00am to 1:00pm.
Qualifications:
Guides must be at least 18 years old and be willing to have a background check done by the City of Hillsboro. Knowledge about nature is a big plus but not a necessity. We are all still learning about nature; there are new things going on every day.
Job Summary:
Crew member will work with staff and other volunteers to maintain upland native plant demonstration gardens, improve habitat for wildlife, and work on updates to Camp Madsen. This is an active outdoor position that involves using landscape tools and requires physical activity. Sometimes the group will be working in the rain and getting wet and muddy. Tools will be provided.
Time to be Available:
Third Saturdays from 9:00am to 12:00noon each month except July, August, and December.
Contact:
Jan Curry, Volunteer Coordinator
503-681-6283
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