Volunteer

Current Volunteer Opportunities

 

At some times of year, volunteers outnumber paid staff four to one.

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What is it like to volunteer at Tumacácori?

In a word - great! Supervision and/or training is provided for all positions. Some volunteer positions are regular, ongoing positions; others are seasonal or for special projects. In addition to the open positions above, volunteers have engaged in these types of activities:

Interpretation

• Docent - lead tours, develop programs for visitors
• Youth programming - for school groups on- and off-site
• Assist at Visitor Center Information Desk, including sale of books and other materials
• Photography and videography
• Translate / transcribe old Spanish documents
• Translate brochures / site bulletins into Spanish, German, or French
• Miscellaneous organizational and clerical work for Interpretive Division
• Graphic design for posters and exhibits
• Historical research on selected topics

Maintenance

• Landscaping and garden work (weeding, trimming, etc.)
• Small engine maintenance and lube work on equipment
• General repair work, carpentry, plastering, painting
• Trails maintenance - cleaning/dusting exhibits and trail signs

Administration

• Computer data entry

Find Out More

Contact the Volunteer Coordinator at 520-377-5063 or stop by for more information.