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VOLUNTEER

Join our team at the South Padre Island Birding and Nature Center and become a valued volunteer! We're currently seeking passionate individuals to assist us in various roles essential to our center's operation. Whether you're a seasoned naturalist, a sales-savvy enthusiast, or simply eager to lend a helping hand, we have opportunities tailored to your skills and interests. Check out our current list of volunteer positions below and reach out to us if you're ready to make a meaningful contribution to our mission!

Position Title

Description of Duties

Information Desk

  • Primary duties encompass warmly greeting visitors and providing informative responses to inquiries.

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  • Ideal candidates possess a personable demeanor and comprehensive knowledge of South Padre Island's diverse flora, fauna, tourist attractions, accommodations, and dining options.

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  • Preference will be given to candidates with credentials as a Master Naturalist.

Bilingual Interpreter

  • Primary duty entails effectively communicating the mission of the South Padre Birding, Nature & Alligator Sanctuary mission in a second language.

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  • Proficiency in any language is taken into consideration and highly valued.

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  • Ideal candidates possess a personable demeanor and comprehensive knowledge of South Padre Island's diverse flora, fauna, tourist attractions, accommodations, and dining options.

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  • Preference will be given to candidates with credentials as a Master Naturalist.

School Field Trip/Program
Guide/Assistant

  • Primary duties encompass leading groups and conducting informative tours.

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  • Ideal candidates possess a personable demeanor and comprehensive knowledge of South Padre Island's diverse flora, fauna, tourist attractions, accommodations, and dining options.

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  • Preference will be given to candidates with credentials as a Master Naturalist.

Special Events
Assistant

  • Primary duties involve actively participating in fundraising efforts and increasing awareness about the center's mission.

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  • Essential skills include fundraising experience, a wide network of social contacts, and strong interpersonal abilities.

Birding Tour Guide

  • Must have good knowledge of local bird diversity and their natural histories. 

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  • Must be friendly and comfortable with speaking to a small group and be able to commit to guiding at least on morning tour per week.

Garden Maintenance

  • Volunteering during "Habitat Tuesday" required for 4 weeks. Other volunteering times available after completion.  (required to learn plants and native gardening techniques)                                                                                                                                                        

  • Primary duties involve ensuring the health of our gardens and habitats by removing invasive plants and maintaining our seasonal bird feeders.

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  • Volunteers with proficient native plant identification skills are preferred.

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  • Preference will be given to candidates with credentials as a Master Naturalist.

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