[Plsugs] VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY - Native Seeds/SEARCH Campbell Ave. Location

[Quist, Tanya M - (tquist)]

***Please SHARE this opportunity to those who may qualify***

Retail Store Volunteer
The Native Seeds/SEARCH Retail Store<nativeseeds.org> is seeking enthusiastic desert gardeners with strong customer service skills to volunteer one day per week at our Campbell Avenue location. We have a unique store filled with seeds, books, gardening supplies, indigenous art, local heritage foods, and more! This is a great opportunity to learn about seed conservation and to support our nonprofit work within the community. The ideal candidate thrives in a customer service environment, is comfortable sharing information on our programs and membership, and will also participate in plant sales and special events. They will possess an interest in arid-adapted crops, Sonoran Desert wildflowers and will enjoy answering customer’s gardening questions. Training will be provided for an overview of our mission, educational goals, community outreach programs, and Native Seeds/SEARCH products.

Requirements:

·        Strong customer service background (retail experience a plus!)

·        Enthusiasm for making sales and sharing membership information

·        5-6 hour shifts, minimum of 1 day per week (or more if interested)

·        Able to stand for most of the shift

·        Able to lift 25 pounds

·        6-month commitment desired for regularly scheduled days

·        Background check required


Benefits:

·        Receive a 20% discount on most retail items

·        Receive a personal tour of the NS/S seed bank and gardens

·        Learn about our seed collection and seed saving techniques

·        Attend educational workshops at no charge, based on availability

·        Learn about Indigenous arts and crafts of the Southwest

·        Enjoy our annual volunteer appreciation luncheon


To apply:
*Please send a resume and cover letter to volunteer at nativeseeds.org<mailto:volunteer at nativeseeds.org> AND fill out the general volunteer application online at: https://www.nativeseeds.org/pages/volunteer-form


For more information, contact:
Michelle Langmaid
Volunteer & Production Coordinator
Native Seeds/SEARCH
3061 N. Campbell Avenue
Tucson, AZ  85719
520-622-0830 ext. 104
nativeseeds.org<http://nativeseeds.org>


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