Public Program Assistants - CHF

Overview

The Trustees is looking for enthusiastic people to work with visitors during public events at Chestnut Hill Farm. Chestnut Hill Farm hosts a variety of public programs year round. Because these programs attract numerous visitors, public program assistants play a vital role in providing a quality visitor experience.

Responsibilities

•    Provide an excellent experience for members, visitors, and their families
•    Greet and direct visitors, serve refreshments
•    Work independently or as a team with other volunteers and staff
•    Educate visitors about the Trustees and Chestnut Hill Farm
•    Log volunteer hours in a timely fashion

Additional responsibilities will vary with event but may include staffing a craft table, wayfinding, and providing additional guest information

Qualifications

• Interest in talking to and working with the public
• Ability to calculate correct change for simple transactions
• Friendly and polite demeanor
• Comfort in citing rules for games and activities

Time Commitment

2-6 hours per event. There are typically 2-6 events per month. Assistants sign up for events and shifts that fit their interests and schedules including at least 3 events over their 3 month commitment. Volunteers are typically needed 1.5-2 hours prior to and after an event.