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Volunteers are critical to the mission of the Museum of Northern
Arizona. Listed below are current openings for volunteering at MNA.
If you have a skill or an interest that doesn't fit a current opening,
submit a Volunteer Information Form anyway! Volunteer positions
are often created to take advantage of the gifts possessed by a
particular volunteer. Submit your
completed Volunteer Information Form to:
Lisa Doskocil, Volunteer / Docent Coordinator
Museum of Northern Arizona
3101 N. Fort Valley Rd.
Flagstaff, AZ 86001
Adobe
Acrobat form
MS Word form
Web Page form
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Visitor Services |
Help create
a positive visitor experience by greeting the public, responding to
logistical questions from visitors, and helping to ensure a safe
environment. Handle radio calls from staff while walking the Museum
galleries. Duties may include handling door security, sharing
information about the Colorado Plateau and the Museum, and assisting in
Museum Shop and Bookstore when busy.
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Publications |
Help promote
the Museum by updating databases, processing publication orders, and
assisting with mailings.
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Museum Shop /
Bookstore |
Assist in
retail operations at Museum Bookstore and Museum Shop specializing in
Native American jewelry and art. Must enjoy working with the public!
Experience is helpful, but not necessary. Training in sales procedure
and merchandise provided.
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Public Programs / Events |
The Museum
hosts a number of special events including our Heritage Program
Festivals, Member’s Exhibit Preview Receptions, among other
possibilities. Volunteer during these fun and educational events by
serving as a hospitality host, greeter, working with children in the
creation of children’s art projects, and assisting with security.
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Membership Assistant |
Assist
Membership Manager, Liz Gumerman, in entering membership information
into Raiser's Edge and with preparing mailings, planning member's
events, etc. Familiarity and skill in computers. Comfortable with Word.
Detail oriented. Will train in Raiser Edge. 1 morning (2-3 hours each
day) per week. On-going.
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Docent Program |
Learn to be
a tour guide in the Museum by attending a comprehensive six-month
training course regarding archaeology, ethnology, geology/paleontology,
ecology, fine arts, and more. Training begins in January each year and a
commitment of at least two years is required. Please fill out the
Volunteer Information Form and contact the Volunteer Coordinator at
928-774-5213 x275 for more information.
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Education |
Assist staff
of Education Department in all administrative functions. Special
projects can be developed based on volunteer interest.
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Marketing Assistant |
Assist
Marketing Manager in clipping newspaper and magazine articles relating
to the Museum of Northern Arizona. Organize clips in folders by topic
for eventually archiving. Assist with the Xeroxing of monthly MNA
calendars possibly using the reisograph (will train). 1 day per week for
2-4 hours.
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There are
many other opportunities to volunteer so contact Lisa Doskocil for more
information. 928-774-5213 x275 |
