Opportunities From: United Way of East Central Iowa

Volunteer: Photographer

Please fill out our volunteer application:

Sign up to Volunteer at the link below:

VOLUNTEER APPLICATION FORM

Purpose: Take photos at our ongoing events and take high-level photos of our merchandise for magazine layout.

Be aware of Museum hours of operation and upcoming events Learn about museum membership policy and museum promotions

Qualification:

Must be outgoing, have a friendly demeanor and a smile! Will to learn about the museum and enjoy talking with the public Basic knowledge of the community is also an asset and of course photography background and some page layouts.

Commitment required: 3-4 hours / shift, we will work with your schedule!

Michelle Simoneau

Special Executive Assistant to the President/CEO

Director of Volunteer Services

National Czech & Slovak Museum & Library

1400 Inspiration Place SW, Cedar Rapids, Iowa  52404

319.362.8500 ext. 200
www.NCSML.org

Agency: National Czech & Slovak Museum & Library

Please fill out our volunteer application:

Sign up to Volunteer at the link below:

VOLUNTEER APPLICATION FORM

Purpose: Take photos at our ongoing events and take high-level photos of our merchandise for magazine layout.

Be aware of Museum hours of operation and upcoming events Learn about museum membership policy and museum promotions

Qualification:

Must be outgoing, have a friendly demeanor and a smile! Will to learn about the museum and enjoy talking with the public Basic knowledge of the community is also an asset and of course photography background and some page layouts.

Commitment required: 3-4 hours / shift, we will work with your schedule!

Michelle Simoneau

Special Executive Assistant to the President/CEO

Director of Volunteer Services

National Czech & Slovak Museum & Library

1400 Inspiration Place SW, Cedar Rapids, Iowa  52404

319.362.8500 ext. 200
www.NCSML.org

Agency: National Czech & Slovak Museum & Library

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 52404

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Office-Answer phones, assist with mailings

Please fill out a volunteer application:  

Sign up to Volunteer at the link below:

VOLUNTEER APPLICATION FORM

• Answer phone calls as needed

• Transfer calls to the appropriate staff members

• Other administrative activities as needed

• Friendly demeanor and ability to learn

• Basic knowledge of NCSML policy and procedures

• Ability to operate phone system- simple transfer

New volunteers will be trained on the phone system by staff as well as

receiving a day of general orientation with a “mentor.”

Michelle Simoneau

Special Executive Assistant to the President/CEO

Director of Volunteer Services

National Czech & Slovak Museum & Library

1400 Inspiration Place SW, Cedar Rapids, Iowa  52404

319.362.8500 ext. 200
www.NCSML.org

Agency: National Czech & Slovak Museum & Library

Please fill out a volunteer application:  

Sign up to Volunteer at the link below:

VOLUNTEER APPLICATION FORM

• Answer phone calls as needed

• Transfer calls to the appropriate staff members

• Other administrative activities as needed

• Friendly demeanor and ability to learn

• Basic knowledge of NCSML policy and procedures

• Ability to operate phone system- simple transfer

New volunteers will be trained on the phone system by staff as well as

receiving a day of general orientation with a “mentor.”

Michelle Simoneau

Special Executive Assistant to the President/CEO

Director of Volunteer Services

National Czech & Slovak Museum & Library

1400 Inspiration Place SW, Cedar Rapids, Iowa  52404

319.362.8500 ext. 200
www.NCSML.org

Agency: National Czech & Slovak Museum & Library

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 52404

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Museum Store Clerk

The Museum Store Clerk supplies merchandise information to the customer and handles sales of store merchandise Responsibilities: ? Assist customers in the Museum Store ? Direct visitors to merchandise and assist them in line ? Keep the store clean and hazard free ? Tag and restock merchandise as directed ? Keep up with product knowledge and current merchandise | The Museum Store Clerk needs to be able to interact with the shopping public, complete a sales slip according to prescribed procedure, use a charge card machine, count back change, and package merchandise. Need to be able to use electronic point of sale device. 

Agency: National Czech & Slovak Museum & Library

The Museum Store Clerk supplies merchandise information to the customer and handles sales of store merchandise Responsibilities: ? Assist customers in the Museum Store ? Direct visitors to merchandise and assist them in line ? Keep the store clean and hazard free ? Tag and restock merchandise as directed ? Keep up with product knowledge and current merchandise | The Museum Store Clerk needs to be able to interact with the shopping public, complete a sales slip according to prescribed procedure, use a charge card machine, count back change, and package merchandise. Need to be able to use electronic point of sale device. 

Agency: National Czech & Slovak Museum & Library

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 52404

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Immigrant Home Docent

Please fill out our volunteer application form:

Sign up to Volunteer at the link below:

VOLUNTEER APPLICATION FORM

Purpose: To enrich the visitor experience by connecting visitors to life long-ago.  Learn the story of the Sleger immigrant home and give tours to the public by providing an engaging and interactive experience. 

Become part of one of the best experiences we have to offer our visitors!

Greet visitors and share in the history of Czech and Slovaks in Cedar Rapids Give small groups of visitors (up to 15 people) tours of the Sleger Immigrant Home on the hour and the half hour Answer questions as needed

Qualifications:

Willing to learn about the history and culture of the Czech and Slovaks Willing to learn talking points for the tour Physically able to lead guests out to the house Must be outgoing and comfortable talking to small groups Ability to speak clearly and listen when visitors want to reminisce

 

Commitment required: 3-4 hours / shift

Michelle Simoneau

Special Executive Assistant to the President/CEO

Director of Volunteer Services

National Czech & Slovak Museum & Library

1400 Inspiration Place SW, Cedar Rapids, Iowa  52404

319.362.8500 ext. 200
www.NCSML.org

Agency: National Czech & Slovak Museum & Library

Please fill out our volunteer application form:

Sign up to Volunteer at the link below:

VOLUNTEER APPLICATION FORM

Purpose: To enrich the visitor experience by connecting visitors to life long-ago.  Learn the story of the Sleger immigrant home and give tours to the public by providing an engaging and interactive experience. 

Become part of one of the best experiences we have to offer our visitors!

Greet visitors and share in the history of Czech and Slovaks in Cedar Rapids Give small groups of visitors (up to 15 people) tours of the Sleger Immigrant Home on the hour and the half hour Answer questions as needed

Qualifications:

Willing to learn about the history and culture of the Czech and Slovaks Willing to learn talking points for the tour Physically able to lead guests out to the house Must be outgoing and comfortable talking to small groups Ability to speak clearly and listen when visitors want to reminisce

 

Commitment required: 3-4 hours / shift

Michelle Simoneau

Special Executive Assistant to the President/CEO

Director of Volunteer Services

National Czech & Slovak Museum & Library

1400 Inspiration Place SW, Cedar Rapids, Iowa  52404

319.362.8500 ext. 200
www.NCSML.org

Agency: National Czech & Slovak Museum & Library

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 52404

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Grant Writer

The National Czech & Slovak Museum & Library seeks out assistance with grant writers.  We have opportunities to help our community in different ways and want those ideas to come to life through some assistance with grants.  We are searching for individuals who:

are easy to work with and comfortable taking direction willing to learn about Culture have knowledge about grant writing or are willing to learn have a working knowledge of computers and opportunities is helpful

Volunteer hours are flexible.

Volunteer Application Click Here

Please contact Msimoneau@ncsml.org if you are interested!

Agency: National Czech & Slovak Museum & Library

The National Czech & Slovak Museum & Library seeks out assistance with grant writers.  We have opportunities to help our community in different ways and want those ideas to come to life through some assistance with grants.  We are searching for individuals who:

are easy to work with and comfortable taking direction willing to learn about Culture have knowledge about grant writing or are willing to learn have a working knowledge of computers and opportunities is helpful

Volunteer hours are flexible.

Volunteer Application Click Here

Please contact Msimoneau@ncsml.org if you are interested!

Agency: National Czech & Slovak Museum & Library

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 52404

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Grand Hall Host

Please fill out our volunteer application to get started:

Sign up to Volunteer at the link below:

VOLUNTEER APPLICATION FORM

Purpose: Welcome visitors to the museum at the elevator entrance.  This first friendly impression is one of the most important part of the visitors's experience and our volunteers say it is a very rewarding role.

Grand Hall Host Role:

Direct visitors from the elevator to the information desk Ensure that all visitors have the necessary tickets Inform visitors of museum daily activities Answer visitor questions as needed Be aware of Museum hours of operation and upcoming events Learn about museum membership policy and museum promotions

Qualification:

Must be outgoing, have a friendly demeanor and a smile! Will to learn about the museum and enjoy talking with the public Basic knowledge of the community is also an asset

Commitment required: 3-4 hours / shift, we will work with your schedule!

 

Michelle Simoneau

Special Executive Assistant to the President/CEO

Director of Volunteer Services

National Czech & Slovak Museum & Library

1400 Inspiration Place SW, Cedar Rapids, Iowa  52404

319.362.8500 ext. 200
www.NCSML.org

Agency: National Czech & Slovak Museum & Library

Please fill out our volunteer application to get started:

Sign up to Volunteer at the link below:

VOLUNTEER APPLICATION FORM

Purpose: Welcome visitors to the museum at the elevator entrance.  This first friendly impression is one of the most important part of the visitors's experience and our volunteers say it is a very rewarding role.

Grand Hall Host Role:

Direct visitors from the elevator to the information desk Ensure that all visitors have the necessary tickets Inform visitors of museum daily activities Answer visitor questions as needed Be aware of Museum hours of operation and upcoming events Learn about museum membership policy and museum promotions

Qualification:

Must be outgoing, have a friendly demeanor and a smile! Will to learn about the museum and enjoy talking with the public Basic knowledge of the community is also an asset

Commitment required: 3-4 hours / shift, we will work with your schedule!

 

Michelle Simoneau

Special Executive Assistant to the President/CEO

Director of Volunteer Services

National Czech & Slovak Museum & Library

1400 Inspiration Place SW, Cedar Rapids, Iowa  52404

319.362.8500 ext. 200
www.NCSML.org

Agency: National Czech & Slovak Museum & Library

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 52404

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: Event Setup and Tear Down Help

Please fill out this online application to get started! 

Sign up to Volunteer at the link below:

VOLUNTEER APPLICATION FORM

Purpose: Welcome visitors to the museum at the elevator entrance.  This first friendly impression is one of the most important part of the visitors's experience and our volunteers say it is a very rewarding role.

Events Help:

Direct visitors from the elevator to where the event is held.  Also keep an ongoing count of people if asked for this task. Ensure that all visitors have the necessary tickets- sometimes we have a check list with people who pre-register to be checked off. Inform visitors of museum activities- upcoming things going on may inspire a membership for someone:) Answer visitor questions as needed Be willing to set up chairs and take down chairs after an event. Learn about museum emergency policy if ever needed.

Qualification:

Must be outgoing, have a friendly demeanor and a smile! Enjoy talking with the public

Commitment required: 3-4 hours / shift, we will work with your schedule!

Michelle Simoneau

Special Executive Assistant to the President/CEO

Director of Volunteer Services

National Czech & Slovak Museum & Library

1400 Inspiration Place SW, Cedar Rapids, Iowa  52404

319.362.8500 ext. 200
www.NCSML.org

Agency: National Czech & Slovak Museum & Library

Please fill out this online application to get started! 

Sign up to Volunteer at the link below:

VOLUNTEER APPLICATION FORM

Purpose: Welcome visitors to the museum at the elevator entrance.  This first friendly impression is one of the most important part of the visitors's experience and our volunteers say it is a very rewarding role.

Events Help:

Direct visitors from the elevator to where the event is held.  Also keep an ongoing count of people if asked for this task. Ensure that all visitors have the necessary tickets- sometimes we have a check list with people who pre-register to be checked off. Inform visitors of museum activities- upcoming things going on may inspire a membership for someone:) Answer visitor questions as needed Be willing to set up chairs and take down chairs after an event. Learn about museum emergency policy if ever needed.

Qualification:

Must be outgoing, have a friendly demeanor and a smile! Enjoy talking with the public

Commitment required: 3-4 hours / shift, we will work with your schedule!

Michelle Simoneau

Special Executive Assistant to the President/CEO

Director of Volunteer Services

National Czech & Slovak Museum & Library

1400 Inspiration Place SW, Cedar Rapids, Iowa  52404

319.362.8500 ext. 200
www.NCSML.org

Agency: National Czech & Slovak Museum & Library

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 52404

Allow Groups: No