Volunteer at the World Center for Birds of Prey
Thank you for your interest in volunteering at The Peregrine Fund’s World Center for Birds of Prey! Volunteers are the foundation of our education program. The volunteer program at The Peregrine Fund is crucial to the existence of the organization. With the employment of only four full-time staff members, the volunteer program provides the majority of the staffing at the Velma Morrison Interpretive Center.
Although their backgrounds, interests, occupations, and ages differ widely, our volunteers all share a love and concern for conservation of nature. They support The Peregrine Fund by contributing their time and talents to the organization through a variety of positions. The close bond between volunteers affords many lasting friendships.
Volunteers are needed on a regular basis at our World Center for Birds of Prey in Boise, Idaho, and at various times on our projects around the world.
Please click on the position(s) below to view descriptions.
Interpretive Center Ambassador
Volunteers in our gift shop are our ambassadors to the public. They greet our visitors, collect admissions, and promote sales in the gift shop.
Reports to: Genny Gerke, Education Coordinator / Volunteer Coordinator
Position Description:
- Open gift shop and prepare area for the public.
- Greet visitors, introduce them to the Interpretive Center, and inform them of the daily schedule.
- Ring up purchases in the gift shop.
- Help gift shop manager with various tasks such as tagging items, dusting, etc.
- Answer telephone in a professional manner.
- Transfer calls or take messages as needed.
- Help close the gift shop in the evening.
Commitment: Two shifts per month (6-8 hours).
Requirements:
- Minimum age of 15 years (or younger with accompanying adult).
- Pass a background check.
- Attendance at orientation session.
- Strong communication skills.
- Ability to learn a Windows-based computerized cash register system.
- Attention to detail.
Training (Interpretive Center Ambassador)
- Attend Orientation Session
- Read Orientation Packet and turn in acknowledgment before 1st training.
- Shadow Volunteers
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Complete Tour Guide Training Manual and each sectional self-check in order:
- Customer Service
- Admission and Sales Operations
- Daily Procedures
- Peregrine Fund History
School Tour Guide
Research Library Volunteer
Like what you see and want to apply?
Download and fill out a volunteer application and send it in to Genny Gerke, Education Specialist / Volunteer Coordinator to get started!
Contact our Staff
| Genny Gerke | |
| Volunteer Coordinator / Education Specialist | |
| Direct Phone: | 208-362-8260 |
| Email: | ggerke@peregrinefund.org |
| Country: | USA |
Handouts For Use By Volunteers
Combined Federal Campaign # 10639
