The Nature Center at Greenburgh is a non-profit nature preserve set on 33 beautiful acres in the heart of lower Westchester County in Scarsdale, New York.  We offer an extensive platform of nature and environmental education for the benefit and enjoyment of our many visitors.  Our mission is to ignite passion, curiosity and respect for our natural world. 

The Receptionist position adds to our team of passionate educators and naturalists to assist in greeting guests and members to our Manor House and to run the front desk. The Receptionist reports to the Director of Finance and Administration.    

Responsibilities

  • Greet visitors, providing orientation to the Nature Center’s programs and facilities
  • Open and close cash register and perform reconciliation at close of business
  • Answer phones, handling a wide variety of inquiries 
  • Promote membership to visitors, share information regarding member benefits
  • Handle merchandise sales and assist with management of merchandise in the gift shop
  • Help to prepare for and work at major events 
  • Maintain the membership and donor database
  • Assist with other duties as requested

Requirements

  • Candidate should have a passion for the natural world, including an interest in animals and the environment 
  • Excellent interpersonal and problem solving skills and desire to help out and anticipate needs
  • Ability to interact with poise, tact and diplomacy with staff, board members, volunteers, clients and visitors
  • Strong math and computer skills including MS Office skills
  • Detail oriented with a demonstrated ability to prioritize and multi-task

Work Days: Part-time, $17/hour, hours per week may vary 

To Apply: Please email a letter of interest and resume to finance@naturecentergb.org.

Final offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check that may include employment history, national criminal background check, national sex offender registry search and a driving check. 

At the Nature Center at Greenburgh we value all employees and job candidates as unique individuals, and we welcome the variety of experiences they bring to our company. As such, we have a strict non-discrimination policy. We believe everyone should be treated equally regardless of race, sex, gender identification, sexual orientation, national origin, native language, religion, age, disability, marital status, citizenship, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other characteristic protected by law. We encourage everyone to apply!