Volunteer
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At the Adler
External Communications Assistant
Department:External Affairs
Supervisor:External Communications Administrators
Objective:
To assist the External Affairs Department in a variety of tasks from data entry to donation assembly, building membership packets to mass mailings. Volunteers may also be asked to help at events, both on- and off-site. The volunteer in this capacity would serve one of the largest and varied departments at the Adler.
Responsibilities:
• Data entry using multiple database programs, such as Excel and Filemaker
• Organize and assemble donation requests.
• Assemble membership packets
• Assist with mass mailings
• Volunteer for special events evenings and weekends as available
• General assistance as requested
• Upon completion of a project, check with Supervisor for new tasks
• Inform Supervisor of schedule changes, conflicts and all happy experiences
Qualifications:
Must be at least 17 years old. The detail-oriented volunteer with a desire to learn about the Adler and how it serves the public will excel in this volunteer position. Experience with computers vital, including Word and Excel; Macintosh computer skills a plus. This position is only available Monday through Friday.
Training:
On-the-job training by Supervisor.
Commitment:
One day per week, 3 hour shift.

If you have any questions or want more information, please feel free to contact the volunteer program manager at 312-542-2411 or send us an e-mail to volunteer@adlerplanetarium.org