Mailing Committee and Publicity Distribution

Purpose

Volunteers of the mailing committee and publicity distribution team assist the Ogden Nature Center in preparing bulk mailings to go out to the community. By helping to label, stuff and stamp mailings, you are playing an important role in allowing us to spread the word to the community about upcoming events, thus allowing us to continue the Ogden Nature Center’s      mission to unite people with nature and nurture appreciation and stewardship of the environment. Volunteers are also needed to help distribute flyers and posters at various businesses and organizations throughout the community to help us spread the word about upcoming events and activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Attend mailing days to help the committee prepare bulk mailings in a timely manner (we will let you know of mailing days in advance)
• Apply labels, stuff and seal envelopes, and organize mailings
• Be available during distribution days (usually 3 weeks prior to events) to distribute in your assigned area. You will receive advanced notice about when distribution days are
• Represent the Ogden Nature Center in the community
• Pick up your event flyers and posters at the Ogden Nature Center prior to distribution

Direct Supervisor

Volunteer Manager; (This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.)  or 801-621-7595

Length of Appointment

You can sign up to help with mailings/ distributions anytime you are available.

Time Commitment

The time required will vary depending on event dates. You can expect to put in 2 hours of service on mailing/ distribution days, which occur roughly once a month.

Qualifications

• Must be dependable
• Must be organized and able to effectively prepare mailings
• Must be respectful of staff, visitors, and other volunteers
• Must be willing to have fun with a great team of volunteers!
• Comfortable with representing the Ogden Nature Center and talking to the public
• For distribution, you must have your own transportation

Support

Volunteers will undergo an orientation and receive a volunteer handbook. In addition, mailing committee volunteers will receive job-specific training with their direct supervisor.

Benefits

• Invitation to volunteer recognition events
• Invitation to activities just for volunteers
• Rewards for number of hours of service completed (see volunteer handbook)
• Gain new skills and work with a great team of staff and volunteers
• Make a difference and have a positive impact on the community!

How Do I Become A Volunteer?

All volunteers start by attending an online Volunteer Orientation which will introduce you to the Ogden Nature Center and the many ways you can help. We’ll also find a good fit for your talents, interests, and schedule. Please note that young volunteers must be accompanied by an adult while volunteering on the property. 

To complete volunteer orientation online:

1. Fill out the Volunteer Application Form
2. Review the Volunteer Handbook
3. Watch the Volunteer Orientation Video
4. Take a short quiz 
5. After you have completed orientation, you will be sent an invitation to complete a background check. When your background check is clear and paperwork is complete, you will be eligible to volunteer!