Cheekwood Estate & Gardens
Volunteer Program Assistant (Part-Time)
Cheekwood Estate & Gardens
Job Summary
Why Cheekwood?
Working at Cheekwood Estate & Gardens offers you the opportunity to work for one of the most beautiful places in Nashville. Formerly the home of Mabel and Leslie Cheek, Cheekwood now serves the public as a botanical garden, arboretum, and museum with period rooms and art galleries. At Cheekwood, you will have the opportunity to explore a wide range of roles tailored to your skills and interests. Whether you are passionate about horticulture, art curation, historical preservation, or one of our many other career opportunities, you would have the chance to thrive and make a meaningful impact here. Working in such a place that cherishes its rich history, vibrant art scene, and serene gardens offers a unique blend of fulfillment and inspiration. You will find yourself in a supportive environment where every day brings new opportunities for personal and professional growth, amidst the backdrop of picturesque setting.
What does the Cheekwood Volunteer Team do and why join?
At Cheekwood, the volunteer team plays a crucial role in enhancing visitor experiences and supporting daily operations. We assist with tasks such as guiding tours, providing information to visitors, helping with events or educational programs and assist at times in maintaining the gardens or exhibits. The Volunteer team also engages in the community and represents Cheekwood at various events supporting our mission of inclusion and diversity.
What will you be doing?
You will be helping with the coordination, administration and support of the volunteer program.
Job Responsibilities
Essential Responsibilities
- Assist with volunteers at Cheekwood events, programs, projects, outreach.
- Assist with volunteer recognition events and activities.
- Organizing volunteer scheduling, check- ins and assignments.
- Attending Cheekwood staff trainings or meetings as schedule allows.
- Work as a team member side by side with Cheekwood staff.
- Communicate and engage with volunteers and Cheekwood staff.
- Representing Cheekwood with professionalism and hospitality at community events.
Qualifications
Qualifications
- Must be outgoing, people friendly, and enjoy working with the public.
- Must be organized, flexible, and ablet to follow instructions without direct supervision.
- Experience volunteering or working in a team environment.
- Experience working events in a public-facing organization.
- Excellent customer service and communication skills.
- Excellent time management skills.
- Ability to network with community partners.
- Able to work weekends and/or evening hours.
- Experience using MS Office.
- Able to respond to emergency situations calmly and follow protocols.
- Leadership skills are strongly desired.
- Interest in art, horticulture and community events preferred.
Additional Information
Benefits
Part-time Benefits
- Membership & Discounts: As an employee, you receive a Cheekwood membership, which entitles you to unlimited admission during regular Garden hours and a limited number of free tickets to special events. Members also receive discounts for classes, ticketed events, and purchases at the Gift Shop. Your Cheekwood membership also include reciprocal admission for named members to more than 300 gardens though the American Horticultural Society.
- Reciprocal Admission: As an employee of Cheekwood you have free general admission access to many local cultural, historical, and art institutions as part of the employee admission program.
Inclusion, Diversity, Equity & Accessibility (IDEA) Statement
Cheekwood is committed to embracing, pursuing, and celebrating inclusion, diversity, equity, and accessibility among our board, staff, leadership, partners, vendors, volunteers, members, supporters, and visitors. We will be steadfast in our efforts to welcome people of all races, nationalities, genders, sexual orientations, gender identities, religions, political affiliations, ages, and abilities. We recognize we have much work to do and pledge to pursue new and previously underrepresented ideas, artists, advisors, partners, instructors, innovators, and audiences so that all voices can be heard, respected, and supported.
**Cheekwood employees have an opportunity to participate in an active and ongoing IDEA Committee promoting inclusivity and engagement.
How to Apply
Please submit your cover letter and resume on our Join the Team page with the link provided:
Details
- Date Posted: February 25, 2025
- Type: Part-Time
- Job Function: Other
- Service Area: Arts / Culture
- Salary Range: $17.00 per hour