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Orientation
classes
(limited classes available)
Thank you for your interest in
volunteering at the Marine Science Center! Volunteers play a vital
role in the success of educating the public about the importance of
our fragile marine environment and in the rehabilitation of threatened
and endangered sea turtles. Training for all volunteer opportunities
will be provided. Please note that a basic background check will be
administered.
We ask that
you be able to meet the following:
- Volunteer for a minimum of
seven hours / two shifts per month,
- Complete the appropriate
training session(s),
- If you cannot make your
shift due to illness, vacation, etc. find a trained substitute to
replace you for that short period (you are not required to find a
substitute for your position in case you choose to no longer
volunteer at the Marine Science Center).
NOTE: Teamwork is essential at
the Marine Science Center. At times, volunteers may have the
opportunity to assist in other areas during their scheduled shift.
Tours
Duties: Educate and protect! Educational assistance for the general
public may range from hosting the “Teaching Trolley” in the
exhibit gallery to facilitate the visitor’s informal learning
experience, to leading guided tours of the exhibit gallery, the turtle
terrace and the nature trail. Protect exhibits from touching,
graffiti, climbing, etc. Must be able to move easily and to
communicate well with people of all ages; if choosing to assist with
nature tours, must be prepared to withstand outdoor elements.
Education
Duties: Choose to work with school field trips or adult education.
These may require lab set up, clean up, restocking of supplies and
assistance with beach and/or lab activities. Must be able to move
easily and communicate well with people of all ages; if choosing to
assist with beach field activities, must be prepared to withstand
outdoor elements.
Floater
Duties: Go with the flow! Assist in the gift shop, with the
greeter, lunch breaks, photocopying, helping with inventory or new
stock - and whatever else may flow your way! Must be adaptable to
different situations.
Programs /
Special Events
Duties: Each program and special event will have its own specific
set of responsibilities. Must be flexible.
Sea Turtle /
Aquarium Maintenance
Duties: Aid in transport of sick turtles, tank maintenance, net
out old food and material, maintain data sheets and restrain turtles
as needed. Must be able to bend, lift and work outside. Limited
positions available. Experience preferred; submit resume.
Must be 18 years of age or older.
Grants
Duties: Seek grants as needed, assist with grant writing. Must
have good writing skills.
Maintenance
Duties: Varied maintenance that may include light gardening,
woodworking, basic housekeeping, etc. Must be physically able to
complete the tasks.
Mission statement
To provide an
innovative learning experience where visitors can discover, enjoy and
appreciate the many wonders that embody the world of marine science in
Volusia Co.
The Marine
Science Center is a Volusia County Leisure Services facility.
Orientation
classes
(limited classes
available)
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