Volunteer Oppportunities
Special Events Volunteer

Special Event Volunteers assist Museum staff with the many special events the Museum hosts. Volunteers help with events such as Temporary Exhibit openings, IMAX previews, member-only, education and social events.

Essential Functions

• Volunteers assist staff with the various tasks and activities related to the event.
• Volunteers provide exceptional customer service by providing thorough information regarding all aspects of the event and the Museum to visitors.
• Volunteers assist with crowd control.
• Volunteers ensure that all visitors entering the Exhibits have admission tags.
• Volunteers assist staff to ensure that the event runs smoothly and alert staff of any problems, concerns or other issues that may effect the function of the event.

Commitment

• Volunteers agree to volunteer for 5 events per year.

Training

• Orientation to the Volunteer program
• Meet with Museum staff 15-20 minutes before shift to receive assignment and
  training for the duties involved.

Desirable Skills

• Volunteers must be able to communicate and interact with a diverse audience.
• Volunteers must possess strong customer service skills.
• Volunteers must have a friendly and outgoing personality.
• Previous experience as a volunteer working with the general public or in the retail field is preferred.
• Weekend and evening availability are preferred.

Note: May require prolonged periods of standing and/or walking. Occasional events are held outside on the Museum Plaza.