Be the friendly face and smile that welcomes visitors to the return of The Wagner Subaru Outdoor Experience! Event Ambassadors are stationed at points within the event and provide event information, answer questions, help with wayfinding, and promote MetroParks.
Impact
Ambassadors are often the first friendly faces a visitor sees, welcoming them to the event and can be counted on to share helpful information and answer a variety of questions.
Tasks
- Help visitors by answering questions, assisting with wayfinding, and providing suggestions for activities.
- Help supply the public with information on MetroParks' facilities, events, and programs.
- Direct presenters, volunteers, and vendors to check in.
- Make sure visitors know there is an activity waiver form for those who want to try an activity and direct them to the waiver stations. Watch this video to learn more about our activity waivers.
Eligibility
- This opportunity is open to the following volunteers: Long-Term & Short-Term. Learn more about our types of service here.
Additional Notes
- Parking and Meeting Instructions: Parking is available for volunteers off Springfield Street. Volunteers should check in at Volunteer Central in the Bluegrass Shelter by the lagoon. Please arrive 15 minutes early to park, check in, and get to your volunteer location. The staff lead will orient volunteers to the activity, review how to safely and efficiently assist participants, and rotate for breaks.
- Cancellation: If you need to cancel a shift last minute or are running late, please contact the staff lead, Andrea Reed, at 937-430-6003.
- Environment and Physical Demands: Light physical duties include standing, walking, and light lifting.
- Dress: Volunteers should dress for the weather and wear comfortable shoes. If you have one, please wear your green or blue volunteer shirt. Reusable volunteer vests and event nametags will be provided for you onsite at volunteer check-in.
Look for additional details about this opportunity at the bottom of this listing! See the Ambassador Volunteer Position Description for more detailed information.
