INDOOR VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
For more information, contact the Volunteer Coordinator at (815) 338-6223 ext. 229 or email Volunteers@MCCDistrict.org

WILDLIFE RESOURCE CENTER

• QUALIFICATIONS: Minimum age 18; As a registered District volunteer, Wildlife Resource Center Volunteers must be physically capable of carrying out the duties of the position they choose. They must be responsible, reliable and available at the times required by the position.
• EXPERIENCE: Training is provided
• SCHEDULE: Weekend or weekday schedule
• LOCATION: Wildlife Resource Center, Wonder Lake
• ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: The District has a hands-off, captive rearing program; volunteers have minimal physical contact with animals.

Wildlife Resource Center volunteers assist with the care of animals that are part of the District’s feeder populations, captive reared species and educational programs. They assist with food preparation, cleaning and construction of cages, and assistance at education programs.
EDUCATION SERVICES

• QUALIFICATIONS: Minimum age 14;  A registered District volunteer; be physically capable of carrying out the duties of the position they choose; responsible, reliable and available at the times required by the position.
• EXPERIENCE: None. Must enjoy working with the public and be willing to take direction from the lead educator. 
• LOCATION: Prairieview Education Center in Crystal Lake, Lost Valley Visitor Center in Glacial Park, Ringwood
• SCHEDULE: Weekdays, evenings or weekends
• Additional information: Quarterly Gatherings provide Education volunteers with an opportunity to socialize, sign up to volunteer for upcoming programs and receive special training or enjoy a featured presentation.

For additional information about Education Volunteer opportunities, contact Deb Chapman, Education Services Manager at (815) 479-5779 or Dchapman@MCCDistrict.org

Volunteers assist the Education staff with indoor special events and programs.

OFFICE & ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANCE

• QUALIFICATIONS: Minimum age 16; A registered District volunteer; physically capable of carrying out the duties of the position they choose; responsible, reliable and available at the times required by the position.
• EXPERIENCE: Basic computer knowledge and office skills
• SCHEDULE: Weekdays
• LOCATION: District facilities may include: Brookdale Administrative Offices (Woodstock), Prairieview Education Center (Crystal Lake), Lost Valley Visitor Center (Glacial Park, Ringwood)

Office assistance, database input and receptionist skills are occasionally needed at various District facilities.