| About the Position | |
| Position # | 3957 |
| Organization | Gardens at HCP (Horticulture Centre of the Pacific) |
| Position | HCP Library Volunteer |
| Impact Statement |
Vision Statement “We are an internationally recognized botanical garden and a respected centre of life-long learning, conservation, and research.” Volunteers help to create a green space within the community where learning about horticulture and conservation can be shared with visitors. |
| Description | The Horticulture Centre of the Pacific is a beautiful, public demonstration garden and centre for horticulture education. The main responsibility of a volunteer librarian is to know the collection in order to assist patrons find the information that they're looking for. This involves learning about the books and their contents, the online catalogue and the Library of Congress Classification System. |
| Training Details | All volunteers will receive training and have the opportunity to shadow existing volunteers. |
| Working Conditions | Working in a library environment. Standing and seated. |
| Minimum Duration | 4 - 6 months |
| Timing | Weekend - Daytime |
| Time Detail | 3 hour regular shift on a Saturday morning. |
| Age | 18+ |
| Ideal for | An Individual |
| Transportation | Car required |
| Area(s) of Interest | Heritage/Museum, Gardening/Environment, Library/Research |
| Skill(s) | Customer Service, Written Communication, Verbal Communication, Computer Skills, Flexibility |
| How to Apply | |
| Application Link: | |
| Website | http://www.hcp.ca |
| Send an Email Message | |
| Phone | 250 479 6162 |
| Address | 505 Quayle Road Victoria, V9E 2J7 |