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DESCRIPTION
As a volunteer in an Information Booth, you will help attendees find activities, exhibitor booths, and events throughout the grounds. You will be provided with helpful information that will assist you in directing guests. You will also be distributing the free Midwest Horse Fair Official Program. Please dress appropriately as some information booths are located near open doors. Information booths are located in Exhibition Hall, Pavilion One and the Blain's Farm & Fleet Coliseum.
INSTRUCTIONS:
- Please arrive 15 minutes early each day of the fair to check in with the Volunteer Coordinator who will be located in the Welcome Center at the front of Pavilion Two. This will allow you a few minutes to receive your info booth location assignment, ask any questions you may have, receive updates that need to be relayed to you, and arrive at your work location on time to relieve the person working the prior shift.
- After you have checked in, please report to your assigned info booth location.
- For those interested in purchasing snacks or meals, there is a Food Court located between the Coliseum and Nutrena Arena, as well as food vendors in Exhibition Hall, Coliseum, and front of the Pavilions.
- We recommend that you store personal items in your vehicle, as there are no secured areas to store your valuables (purse, backpack, purchases etc.).
DUTIES
- Please be courteous and friendly. Remember that you are representing Midwest Horse Fair. We are grateful for the help of our volunteers, and we depend on your good attitude and kind demeanor to make the weekend a success
- Please dress appropriately for the weather as you may be near an open door. Closed-toe shoes are required. Each shift will last 3 hours.
- In exchange for working three 3-hour shifts throughout the weekend, volunteers can earn a free 3-day wristband (value $55)
- Please stay alert at all times and pay attention to your surroundings in case a problem arises and action is required.
- We politely ask that you limit cell phone usage during your shift
- Materials will be provided in each Information Booth with answers to the most commonly asked questions. Maps, schedules, programs and phone numbers will be provided for you. If you do not have a booklet containing this information, contact the Welcome Center immediately.
- Familiarize yourself with the provided materials, especially maps and directories.
- Just a reminder - Programs are FREE!
- Lost friends should be directed to meet at the "Globe" outside. We do not page for lost families or friends.
- Lost and found items should be taken to the Lost & Found room located in Exhibition Hall periodically throughout the day.
- Please do not leave your station until the next person arrives to take your place.
- Please also check with the volunteer coordinator before you depart
- Additional duties may be assigned as needed
- Please be advised that assigned jobs may change as needed at any time per the discretion of Midwest Horse Fair
For safety & liability reasons, this job is best suited for those who:
- Enjoy interacting with the public
- Have a sense of responsibility
- Need a job that does not require long periods of standing
- Have past experience volunteering or participating at the Midwest Horse Fair.
