Volunteer

This position is for individuals who enjoy meeting the public and requires a commitment for taking visitors (groups) through the Garden at prearranged times. Guides should be familiar with the Garden history, horticulture and enjoy sharing that knowledge with the public. Guides should be comfortable talking in front of groups of 15-20 people.

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Attend a one-day Garden Guide training class, shadow an experienced Guide 2-3 times and review the Garden Guide Training Manual (provided by McKee).

Garden uniform required (McKee Shirt, Tan Bottoms). Comfortable shoes suggested and name tag must be worn at all times.

Individuals in this position should enjoy meeting and speaking with the public. Duties include but are not limited to: greeting guests, answering visitor's questions and giving directions.

Varied

General volunteer orientation.

Garden uniform required (McKee Shirt, Tan Bottoms). Comfortable shoes suggested and name tag.

Volunteers in the gift shop sell merchandise, inventory stock, price/display items, promote McKee Memberships and assist Admissions Clerk.

Varied

Willingness to perform a variety of tasks, interact with the public and answer questions.

General orientation and specialized training provided, as needed.

Garden uniform required (McKee Shirt, Tan Bottoms). Name tag must be worn at all times.

Grounds volunteers help take care of the Garden and the plants in it. Most work is in the Garden, Greenhouse or Nursery. Tasks include watering, weeding, pruning, fertilizing, potting, clearing, planting and algae control.

Mornings, typically 8 am- 11am.

Willingness to work in outdoor setting, ability to take directions and share garden knowledge, and good observation skills.

General Volunteer Orientation. Hort team will provide instructions and training, as needed.

Outdoors, can be hot, dirty work. Volunteers are asked to bring their own pruners, water bottle, gloves, hat and sun block.

Clothing appropriate to working conditions. Sturdy shoes, gloves, hat, sun block and mosquito repellent, as needed.

Assist with upkeep and maintenance of buildings and site.

Varied

Willingness to work in outdoor setting, ability to take directions and share knowledge, and good observation skills.

Outdoors, can be hot, physical work.

Clothing appropriate to working conditions. Sturdy shoes, gloves, hat and sun block as needed.

This position enjoys working with children. Background checks and fingerprint screen is required for assisting with Camps.

Weekly Programs, Craft tables, Special Events, Summer Camp and assisting with behind-the-scenes preparations.

General Volunteer Orientation. Special meetings are required for Summer Camp volunteers.

Comfortable clothing and closed toed shoes. McKee t-shirts and solid color bottoms. Name tag.

Various opportunities for events throughout the year including the Magic of McKee Festival of Lights, the Annual Motor Car Exhibition, Gardenfest, and the Annual Waterlily Celebration.

Varied

General Volunteer Orientation.

Garden uniform required (McKee Shirt, Tan Bottoms). Comfortable shoes suggested and name tag.

This position is in the Administration Building. Duties include filing, answering phones and taking messages, making copies and miscellaneous office tasks.

Typically, one day per week. 9am-noon or noon-3pm.

Willingness to perform a variety of tasks.

General Volunteer Orientation.

Appropriate for office.

Assists with mailing of various literature. May include affixing stamps, mailing labels, stuffing envelopes, sorting and collating.

Varied

General Volunteer Orientation.

Appropriate for office.