Special Event Volunteer

SUPERVISED BY: Executive Director and/or Volunteer Coordinator

PURPOSE OF ROLE: Managing responsibilities of special events and serving as a welcoming, inclusive, and professional representative of the organization.

DUTIES MAY INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:

1. Arrive at event outreach location at least 12 minutes before assigned time.
2. Greet people and encourage them to provide contact information.
3. Facilitate hands-on, interactive activities.
4. Promote membership opportunities.
5. Keep informed regarding changes in museum exhibits and/or procedures.
6. Find a replacement volunteer if you cannot cover your original shift.
7. Other related tasks as needed.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

✔ Age 21 or older

✔ High School graduate

✔ Personable, outgoing

✔ Reliable, responsible

✔ Comfortable speaking to small and large groups of people of all ages

Extensive prior knowledge of Chenango County history is unnecessary; volunteers should have a working knowledge of American history and willingness to learn.

DESIRABLE ATTRIBUTES:

✔ Able to accept supervision and work independently

✔ Enjoy meeting and interacting with other people

✔ Punctual and reliable

MANDATORY TRAINING/ORIENTATION PROVIDED:

Review of safety procedures, insurance waiver, and anti-harassment policies

Volunteers receive additional training “on-the-job,” enabling them to more effectively engage with the public

Total time involved in mandatory training is no longer than three hours

TIME COMMITMENT:

Special Events have a very specific start and end time. Volunteers should plan to be available for the duration.

ATTIRE:

Volunteers should wear clothing appropriate for working with the public and serving as a positive representative of the organization. Comfortable shoes and business-casual attire is recommended. Jewelry and piercings should be minimal and worn in moderation.