Volunteer: Docent - Museum of Nature & Science - Museum Group TourDocent guided tours for the public at the Museum of Nature & Science (MONAS) are offered free during regular Museum hours. Tours take a minimum of 30 minutes per museum. Large parties will be broken into smaller groups of 20-25 for a better learning experience. We ask that schools/groups provide proper adult supervision, which is one adult for every ten middle/high school student and one adult for every eight pre-school/elementary school student. Teachers and chaperones are required to stay with their assigned groups throughout the tour. Typically tour groups rotate between one or more museums during a given tour date and time frame. Some field trips start at the Museum of Nature & Science (MONAS), if no start location is listed the tour starts in the museum courtyard. To be able to give a tour as a docent an hour-long training needs to be scheduled with Emilia Linley via the contact information listed at the bottom of the page. Upcoming Tours April 17 - Booker T. Washington Elementary - 2nd (41 Students, 6 Adults)Three groups with adult chaperones split among them for the field trip starting at the Museum CourtyardMay 5 - Dell Elementary (Deming), 5th (44 Students, 6 Adults) Three groups with adult chaperones split among them for the field trip starting at the Museum CourtyardMay 6 - Columbus Elementary (Deming), 3rd (75 Students, 9-10 Adults) Three groups with adult chaperones split among them for the field trip starting at the Museum CourtyardJune 12 - Leadership Las Cruces (Adult Group), (26 Participants, 5 Leaders) One group - all docents and group together - starting at Branigan Cultural CenterMay 12 - Doña Ana Community Elementary - 1st (47 Students, 5 Adults)Four groups with adult chaperones split among them for the field trip starting at the Museum CourtyardPlease call 575-541-2321 or send an email to Emilia at elinley@lascruces.gov for specific information about the tour group. Program: City of Las Cruces Museum System Docent guided tours for the public at the Museum of Nature & Science (MONAS) are offered free during regular Museum hours. Tours take a minimum of 30 minutes per museum. Large parties will be broken into smaller groups of 20-25 for a better learning experience. We ask that schools/groups provide proper adult supervision, which is one adult for every ten middle/high school student and one adult for every eight pre-school/elementary school student. Teachers and chaperones are required to stay with their assigned groups throughout the tour. Typically tour groups rotate between one or more museums during a given tour date and time frame. Some field trips start at the Museum of Nature & Science (MONAS), if no start location is listed the tour starts in the museum courtyard. To be able to give a tour as a docent an hour-long training needs to be scheduled with Emilia Linley via the contact information listed at the bottom of the page. Upcoming Tours April 17 - Booker T. Washington Elementary - 2nd (41 Students, 6 Adults)Three groups with adult chaperones split among them for the field trip starting at the Museum CourtyardMay 5 - Dell Elementary (Deming), 5th (44 Students, 6 Adults) Three groups with adult chaperones split among them for the field trip starting at the Museum CourtyardMay 6 - Columbus Elementary (Deming), 3rd (75 Students, 9-10 Adults) Three groups with adult chaperones split among them for the field trip starting at the Museum CourtyardJune 12 - Leadership Las Cruces (Adult Group), (26 Participants, 5 Leaders) One group - all docents and group together - starting at Branigan Cultural CenterMay 12 - Doña Ana Community Elementary - 1st (47 Students, 5 Adults)Four groups with adult chaperones split among them for the field trip starting at the Museum CourtyardPlease call 575-541-2321 or send an email to Emilia at elinley@lascruces.gov for specific information about the tour group. Program: City of Las Cruces Museum System Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Multiple Shifts Available Zip Code: 88001 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Docent - Branigan Cultural Center - Museum Group TourDocent guided tours for the public at the Branigan Cultural Center (BCC) are offered free during regular Museum hours. Tours take a minimum of 30 minutes per museum. Large parties will be broken into smaller groups of 20-25 for a better learning experience. We ask that schools/groups provide proper adult supervision, which is one adult for every ten middle/high school student and one adult for every eight pre-school/elementary school student. Teachers and chaperones are required to stay with their assigned groups throughout the tour. Typically tour groups rotate between one or more museums during a given tour date and time frame. Some field trips start at the Museum of Nature & Science (MONAS), if no start location is listed the tour starts in the museum courtyard. To be able to give a tour as a docent an hour-long training needs to be scheduled with Emilia Linley via the contact information listed at the bottom of the page. Upcoming Tours April 17 - Booker T. Washington Community Elementary - 2nd (41 Students, 6 Adults)Three groups with adult chaperones split among them for the field trip starting at the Museum CourtyardMay 5 - Dell Elementary (Deming), 5th (44 Students, 6 Adults) Three groups with adult chaperones split among them for the field trip starting at the Museum CourtyardMay 6 - Columbus Elementary (Deming), 3rd (75 Students, 9-10 Adults) Three groups with adult chaperones split among them for the field trip starting at the Museum CourtyardMay 12 - Doña Ana Community Elementary - 1st (47 Students, 5 Adults)Four groups with adult chaperones split among them for the field trip starting at the Museum CourtyardJune 12 - Leadership Las Cruces (Adult Group), (26 Participants, 5 Leaders) One group - all docents and group together - starting at Branigan Cultural CenterMonth -Please call 575-541-2321 or send an email to Emilia at elinley@lascruces.gov for specific information about the tour group. Program: City of Las Cruces Museum System Docent guided tours for the public at the Branigan Cultural Center (BCC) are offered free during regular Museum hours. Tours take a minimum of 30 minutes per museum. Large parties will be broken into smaller groups of 20-25 for a better learning experience. We ask that schools/groups provide proper adult supervision, which is one adult for every ten middle/high school student and one adult for every eight pre-school/elementary school student. Teachers and chaperones are required to stay with their assigned groups throughout the tour. Typically tour groups rotate between one or more museums during a given tour date and time frame. Some field trips start at the Museum of Nature & Science (MONAS), if no start location is listed the tour starts in the museum courtyard. To be able to give a tour as a docent an hour-long training needs to be scheduled with Emilia Linley via the contact information listed at the bottom of the page. Upcoming Tours April 17 - Booker T. Washington Community Elementary - 2nd (41 Students, 6 Adults)Three groups with adult chaperones split among them for the field trip starting at the Museum CourtyardMay 5 - Dell Elementary (Deming), 5th (44 Students, 6 Adults) Three groups with adult chaperones split among them for the field trip starting at the Museum CourtyardMay 6 - Columbus Elementary (Deming), 3rd (75 Students, 9-10 Adults) Three groups with adult chaperones split among them for the field trip starting at the Museum CourtyardMay 12 - Doña Ana Community Elementary - 1st (47 Students, 5 Adults)Four groups with adult chaperones split among them for the field trip starting at the Museum CourtyardJune 12 - Leadership Las Cruces (Adult Group), (26 Participants, 5 Leaders) One group - all docents and group together - starting at Branigan Cultural CenterMonth -Please call 575-541-2321 or send an email to Emilia at elinley@lascruces.gov for specific information about the tour group. Program: City of Las Cruces Museum System Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Multiple Shifts Available Zip Code: 88001 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Docent - Museum of Art - Museum Group TourDocent guided tours for the public at the Museum of Art (MOA) are offered free during regular Museum hours. Tours take a minimum of 30 minutes per museum. Large parties will be broken into smaller groups of 20-25 for a better learning experience. We ask that schools/groups provide proper adult supervision, which is one adult for every ten middle/high school student and one adult for every eight pre-school/elementary school student. Teachers and chaperones are required to stay with their assigned groups throughout the tour. Typically tour groups rotate between one or more museums during a given tour date and time frame. Some field trips start at the Museum of Nature & Science (MONAS), if no start location is listed the tour starts in the museum courtyard. To be able to give a tour as a docent an hour-long training needs to be scheduled with Emilia Linley via the contact information listed at the bottom of the page. Upcoming Tours: April 17 - Booker T. Washington - 2nd (41 Students, 6 Adults)Three groups with adult chaperones split among them for the field trip starting at the Museum CourtyardMay 5 -Dell Elementary (Deming), 5th (44 Students, 6 Adult) Three groups with adult chaperones split among them for the field trip starting at the Museum CourtyardMay 6 -Columbus Elementary (Deming), 3rd (75 Students, 9-10 Adults)Three groups with adult chaperones split among them for the field trip starting at the Museum CourtyardMay 12 - Doña Ana Community Elementary - 1st (47 Students, 5 Adults)Four groups with adult chaperones split among them for the field trip starting at the Museum CourtyardPlease call 575-541-2321 or send an email to Emilia at elinley@lascruces.gov for specific information about the tour group. Program: City of Las Cruces Museum System Docent guided tours for the public at the Museum of Art (MOA) are offered free during regular Museum hours. Tours take a minimum of 30 minutes per museum. Large parties will be broken into smaller groups of 20-25 for a better learning experience. We ask that schools/groups provide proper adult supervision, which is one adult for every ten middle/high school student and one adult for every eight pre-school/elementary school student. Teachers and chaperones are required to stay with their assigned groups throughout the tour. Typically tour groups rotate between one or more museums during a given tour date and time frame. Some field trips start at the Museum of Nature & Science (MONAS), if no start location is listed the tour starts in the museum courtyard. To be able to give a tour as a docent an hour-long training needs to be scheduled with Emilia Linley via the contact information listed at the bottom of the page. Upcoming Tours: April 17 - Booker T. Washington - 2nd (41 Students, 6 Adults)Three groups with adult chaperones split among them for the field trip starting at the Museum CourtyardMay 5 -Dell Elementary (Deming), 5th (44 Students, 6 Adult) Three groups with adult chaperones split among them for the field trip starting at the Museum CourtyardMay 6 -Columbus Elementary (Deming), 3rd (75 Students, 9-10 Adults)Three groups with adult chaperones split among them for the field trip starting at the Museum CourtyardMay 12 - Doña Ana Community Elementary - 1st (47 Students, 5 Adults)Four groups with adult chaperones split among them for the field trip starting at the Museum CourtyardPlease call 575-541-2321 or send an email to Emilia at elinley@lascruces.gov for specific information about the tour group. Program: City of Las Cruces Museum System Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Multiple Shifts Available Zip Code: 88001 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Craft Programming VolunteerAs needed. Please do not sign up without contacting us first. A knowledge of paper crafting is required. Assist with preparing craft programs, die cutting flower parts every other month and assisting with creation of Take and Make card kits the other month. These tasks can be done anytime before their due date. Program: City of Las Cruces Library System As needed. Please do not sign up without contacting us first. A knowledge of paper crafting is required. Assist with preparing craft programs, die cutting flower parts every other month and assisting with creation of Take and Make card kits the other month. These tasks can be done anytime before their due date. Program: City of Las Cruces Library System Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Flexible Zip Code: 88001 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Volunteer DayThis is a monthly meeting for volunteers to let them know about upcoming volunteer opportunities, address needs from volunteers, and provide take-home opportunities as they come about. This meeting will take place on the fourth Wednesday of the month from 3:00 PM to 4:00 PM in the Swartz room at the Branigan Cultural Center (501 N. Main St.).
This meeting includes invitations to all Museum Managers, as well as attendance by Museum Staff, and the Volunteer coordinating staff for the Museums from Visitor Experience. This is available online with Volunteer Network to all Museum Volunteers as an hour-long monthly volunteer opportunity. Volunteers who cannot make this monthly meeting can request information presented at this meeting at any time after the meeting by sending an email to MuseumSocial@LasCruces.gov with the email subject of "Volunteer Day." Museum management invited to this meeting are encouraged to discuss volunteer needs with their staff and to have staff needing volunteers plan to attend this meeting. Program: City of Las Cruces Museum System This is a monthly meeting for volunteers to let them know about upcoming volunteer opportunities, address needs from volunteers, and provide take-home opportunities as they come about. This meeting will take place on the fourth Wednesday of the month from 3:00 PM to 4:00 PM in the Swartz room at the Branigan Cultural Center (501 N. Main St.).
This meeting includes invitations to all Museum Managers, as well as attendance by Museum Staff, and the Volunteer coordinating staff for the Museums from Visitor Experience. This is available online with Volunteer Network to all Museum Volunteers as an hour-long monthly volunteer opportunity. Volunteers who cannot make this monthly meeting can request information presented at this meeting at any time after the meeting by sending an email to MuseumSocial@LasCruces.gov with the email subject of "Volunteer Day." Museum management invited to this meeting are encouraged to discuss volunteer needs with their staff and to have staff needing volunteers plan to attend this meeting. Program: City of Las Cruces Museum System Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Multiple Shifts Available Zip Code: 88001 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: D & D Volunteer (4th Saturday)Please do not sign up without contacting us first. Organize and/or run Dungeons and Dragons game. Program: City of Las Cruces Library System Please do not sign up without contacting us first. Organize and/or run Dungeons and Dragons game. Program: City of Las Cruces Library System Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Multiple Shifts Available Zip Code: 88001 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Artventurous - Museum of ArtAssist Bryan Lee, the Museum Educator for Art, with his projects at the Museum of Art (MoA) relating to the monthly activities and crafts. The position works with the public and small children on Saturday mornings between 10am-12pm. Artventurous is a drop-in program that is hosted in the museum atrium between the Museum of Art and the Museum of Nature & Science. Artventurous: March 14 (Chalk Walk Event)April 11May 9June 6For more information on a specific shift, or inquiries about additional opportunities at MOA, please email the Education Curator, Bryan Lee, at blee@lascruces.gov or call 575-541-2217, TTY: 711. Program: City of Las Cruces Museum System Assist Bryan Lee, the Museum Educator for Art, with his projects at the Museum of Art (MoA) relating to the monthly activities and crafts. The position works with the public and small children on Saturday mornings between 10am-12pm. Artventurous is a drop-in program that is hosted in the museum atrium between the Museum of Art and the Museum of Nature & Science. Artventurous: March 14 (Chalk Walk Event)April 11May 9June 6For more information on a specific shift, or inquiries about additional opportunities at MOA, please email the Education Curator, Bryan Lee, at blee@lascruces.gov or call 575-541-2217, TTY: 711. Program: City of Las Cruces Museum System Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Multiple Shifts Available Zip Code: 88001 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Museum Assistant - EventsAssist Museum Staff with preparations, activities, and possible crafts at our Museum Events. This position works with the public, all ages at various times. Event dates list the event name and location. Entry to the Museums and for these events are FREE. Upcoming Event Dates are as follows: February 21 - Lunar New Year 9:30am-1:30pmMarch 14 - Chalk WalkEvent time 9am to 4:30pmActivities 10am to 1pmShift 1: 9am-11am (Setup / attendance count / activities)Shift 2: 11am-1pm (Activities)Shift 3: 1pm-3pm (Clean up activities / attendance count) For information on the specific theme and specific needs for the event date email Emilia at elinley@lascruces.gov Program: City of Las Cruces Museum System Assist Museum Staff with preparations, activities, and possible crafts at our Museum Events. This position works with the public, all ages at various times. Event dates list the event name and location. Entry to the Museums and for these events are FREE. Upcoming Event Dates are as follows: February 21 - Lunar New Year 9:30am-1:30pmMarch 14 - Chalk WalkEvent time 9am to 4:30pmActivities 10am to 1pmShift 1: 9am-11am (Setup / attendance count / activities)Shift 2: 11am-1pm (Activities)Shift 3: 1pm-3pm (Clean up activities / attendance count) For information on the specific theme and specific needs for the event date email Emilia at elinley@lascruces.gov Program: City of Las Cruces Museum System Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Multiple Shifts Available Zip Code: 88001 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Food 4 Paws Pet Food Packer 2025Pet Food Packer: Repackage pet food for homebound seniors' pets who participate in the Food 4 Paws Program. Gather pet food and supplies from the shipping container outside of the building Place pet food in bins Using scoops and bags, repackage dog food and cat food into gallon bags and quart bags Place packaged food back in shipping container Clean and organize shipping containers Clean and sanitize work tables and utility carts Sweep dining floor of pet food kibble and crumbsProgram: Senior Nutrition Program Pet Food Packer: Repackage pet food for homebound seniors' pets who participate in the Food 4 Paws Program. Gather pet food and supplies from the shipping container outside of the building Place pet food in bins Using scoops and bags, repackage dog food and cat food into gallon bags and quart bags Place packaged food back in shipping container Clean and organize shipping containers Clean and sanitize work tables and utility carts Sweep dining floor of pet food kibble and crumbsProgram: Senior Nutrition Program Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Multiple Shifts Available Zip Code: 88001 Allow Groups: Yes |
Volunteer: Railroad Museum Bilingual Pre K AideAssist museum staff in presenting a bilingual pre-kindergarten experience for Railroad Museum guests. Involves brainstorming class curriculum, setting up the room for activity, interacting with students and families during the program, and cleaning up the room afterwards. Program: City of Las Cruces Museum System Assist museum staff in presenting a bilingual pre-kindergarten experience for Railroad Museum guests. Involves brainstorming class curriculum, setting up the room for activity, interacting with students and families during the program, and cleaning up the room afterwards. Program: City of Las Cruces Museum System Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Multiple Shifts Available Zip Code: 88005 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Makerspace 2 MonitorPlease do not sign up without contacting us first. Volunteers will monitor Makerspace 2, providing assistance and ensuring that users are being safe and adhering to library and makerspace policies. Must know and be comfortable with sewing machines. Serger knowledge is also highly desired. Please contact us if you are interested. Thank you for your interest in helping us! Program: City of Las Cruces Library System Please do not sign up without contacting us first. Volunteers will monitor Makerspace 2, providing assistance and ensuring that users are being safe and adhering to library and makerspace policies. Must know and be comfortable with sewing machines. Serger knowledge is also highly desired. Please contact us if you are interested. Thank you for your interest in helping us! Program: City of Las Cruces Library System Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Multiple Shifts Available Zip Code: 88001 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Movie Monitor Volunteer (12:30)Monitor movie audience, count viewers, contact staff for assistance in case of problems. - Generally scheduled in 2 hour blocks per person, but we'd like people all day. Program: City of Las Cruces Library System Monitor movie audience, count viewers, contact staff for assistance in case of problems. - Generally scheduled in 2 hour blocks per person, but we'd like people all day. Program: City of Las Cruces Library System Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Multiple Shifts Available Zip Code: 88001 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Movie Monitor Volunteer (2:30)Monitor movie audience, count viewers, contact staff for assistance in case of problems. - Generally scheduled in 2 hour blocks per person, but we'd like people all day. Program: City of Las Cruces Library System Monitor movie audience, count viewers, contact staff for assistance in case of problems. - Generally scheduled in 2 hour blocks per person, but we'd like people all day. Program: City of Las Cruces Library System Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Multiple Shifts Available Zip Code: 88001 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Movie Monitor Volunteer (10:30)Monitor movie audience, count viewers, contact staff for assistance in case of problems. - Generally scheduled in 2 hour blocks per person, but we'd like people all day. Program: City of Las Cruces Library System Monitor movie audience, count viewers, contact staff for assistance in case of problems. - Generally scheduled in 2 hour blocks per person, but we'd like people all day. Program: City of Las Cruces Library System Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Multiple Shifts Available Zip Code: 88001 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: VITA VolunteerPreparing income taxes, doing quality review, doing intake interviews, setting up and taking down equipment, doing crowd control. Program: City of Las Cruces Library System Preparing income taxes, doing quality review, doing intake interviews, setting up and taking down equipment, doing crowd control. Program: City of Las Cruces Library System Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Flexible Zip Code: 88001 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Desk Assistant - Railroad Museum 9AM-12PMTrack attendance for the Railroad Museum, answer basic museum questions, answer phones, and assist as needed at the desk. This desk assistant will be greeting patrons as they enter the museum. For more information, contact Kyle McGrogan, Education Curator (Railroad Museum), at kmcgrogan@lascruces.gov or 575-528-3426 TTY: 711. Program: City of Las Cruces Museum System Track attendance for the Railroad Museum, answer basic museum questions, answer phones, and assist as needed at the desk. This desk assistant will be greeting patrons as they enter the museum. For more information, contact Kyle McGrogan, Education Curator (Railroad Museum), at kmcgrogan@lascruces.gov or 575-528-3426 TTY: 711. Program: City of Las Cruces Museum System Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Multiple Shifts Available Zip Code: 88001 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Desk Assistant - Railroad Museum 2PM-4:30PMTrack attendance for the Railroad Museum, answer basic museum questions, answer phones, and assist as needed at the desk. This desk assistant will be greeting patrons as they enter the museum. For more information, contact Kyle McGrogan, Education Curator (Railroad Museum), at kmcgrogan@lascruces.gov or 575-528-3426 TTY: 711. Program: City of Las Cruces Museum System Track attendance for the Railroad Museum, answer basic museum questions, answer phones, and assist as needed at the desk. This desk assistant will be greeting patrons as they enter the museum. For more information, contact Kyle McGrogan, Education Curator (Railroad Museum), at kmcgrogan@lascruces.gov or 575-528-3426 TTY: 711. Program: City of Las Cruces Museum System Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Multiple Shifts Available Zip Code: 88001 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Desk Assistant - Railroad Museum 12PM-2PMTrack attendance for the Railroad Museum, answer basic museum questions, answer phones, and assist as needed at the desk. This desk assistant will be greeting patrons as they enter the museum. For more information, contact Kyle McGrogan, Education Curator (Railroad Museum), at kmcgrogan@lascruces.gov or 575-528-3426 TTY: 711. Program: City of Las Cruces Museum System Track attendance for the Railroad Museum, answer basic museum questions, answer phones, and assist as needed at the desk. This desk assistant will be greeting patrons as they enter the museum. For more information, contact Kyle McGrogan, Education Curator (Railroad Museum), at kmcgrogan@lascruces.gov or 575-528-3426 TTY: 711. Program: City of Las Cruces Museum System Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Multiple Shifts Available Zip Code: 88001 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Desk Assistant - Railroad Museum 10AM-12PMTrack attendance for the Railroad Museum, answer basic museum questions, answer phones, and assist as needed at the desk. This desk assistant will be greeting patrons as they enter the museum. For more information, contact Kyle McGrogan, Education Curator (Railroad Museum), at kmcgrogan@lascruces.gov or 575-528-3426 TTY: 711. Program: City of Las Cruces Museum System Track attendance for the Railroad Museum, answer basic museum questions, answer phones, and assist as needed at the desk. This desk assistant will be greeting patrons as they enter the museum. For more information, contact Kyle McGrogan, Education Curator (Railroad Museum), at kmcgrogan@lascruces.gov or 575-528-3426 TTY: 711. Program: City of Las Cruces Museum System Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Multiple Shifts Available Zip Code: 88001 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: 12th Annual Children's Water FestivalAn event for all city fourth graders (1,400). Educational, science-related presentations at outdoor venue. Greet students, assist presenters, monitor students and surroundings, deliver lunch, set up and clean up. Program: Utilities An event for all city fourth graders (1,400). Educational, science-related presentations at outdoor venue. Greet students, assist presenters, monitor students and surroundings, deliver lunch, set up and clean up. Program: Utilities Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Happens On Apr 29, 2026 Zip Code: 88007 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Museum Visitor Experience Assistant - MoonlightAssist Museum Staff with preparations, activities, and possible crafts at our Moonlight: Adult Night at the Museums program. This position works with the public, adult patrons ages 21+ during Friday evening hours (4:45 pm - 9:15 pm). Entry to the Museums for this program is FREE and will only be possible through our Museum of Nature & Science Atrium entry on North Main Street for the evening and this event is open only to adults ages 21+ with a valid Government Issued ID required. There will be a cash bar from Dry Point Distillers in our atrium. There will also be a food truck and some complimentary refreshments inside the museums. Upcoming Moonlight Dates are as follows: October 10 Event time 5:00pm to 9:00 pmProgram & clean-up time 4:45pm to 9:15pmDecember 19Event time 5:00pm to 9:00 pmProgram & clean-up time 4:45pm to 9:15pmFor information on the specific theme and specific needs for the program date email Emilia at elinley@lascruces.gov Program: City of Las Cruces Museum System Assist Museum Staff with preparations, activities, and possible crafts at our Moonlight: Adult Night at the Museums program. This position works with the public, adult patrons ages 21+ during Friday evening hours (4:45 pm - 9:15 pm). Entry to the Museums for this program is FREE and will only be possible through our Museum of Nature & Science Atrium entry on North Main Street for the evening and this event is open only to adults ages 21+ with a valid Government Issued ID required. There will be a cash bar from Dry Point Distillers in our atrium. There will also be a food truck and some complimentary refreshments inside the museums. Upcoming Moonlight Dates are as follows: October 10 Event time 5:00pm to 9:00 pmProgram & clean-up time 4:45pm to 9:15pmDecember 19Event time 5:00pm to 9:00 pmProgram & clean-up time 4:45pm to 9:15pmFor information on the specific theme and specific needs for the program date email Emilia at elinley@lascruces.gov Program: City of Las Cruces Museum System Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Multiple Shifts Available Zip Code: 88001 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Interactive Museum Exhibit GuideAs an Interactive Museum Exhibit Guide, you will help visitors of all ages engage with our hands-on children’s exhibit in a fun and welcoming way. Volunteers will assist guests in exploring the activities, encourage curiosity and learning, and ensure the exhibit is treated with care and respect. This role is perfect for volunteers who enjoy working with children and families, have strong communication skills, and are passionate about making the museum experience enjoyable for everyone. This position is in the Museum Atrium between the Museum of Art and the Museum of Nature & Science. It is a high-noise and high-energy space with the interactives there. Program: City of Las Cruces Museum System As an Interactive Museum Exhibit Guide, you will help visitors of all ages engage with our hands-on children’s exhibit in a fun and welcoming way. Volunteers will assist guests in exploring the activities, encourage curiosity and learning, and ensure the exhibit is treated with care and respect. This role is perfect for volunteers who enjoy working with children and families, have strong communication skills, and are passionate about making the museum experience enjoyable for everyone. This position is in the Museum Atrium between the Museum of Art and the Museum of Nature & Science. It is a high-noise and high-energy space with the interactives there. Program: City of Las Cruces Museum System Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Multiple Shifts Available Zip Code: 88001 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: D & D MeetingOrganize and/or run Dungeons and Dragons game. Program: City of Las Cruces Library System Organize and/or run Dungeons and Dragons game. Program: City of Las Cruces Library System Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Multiple Shifts Available Zip Code: 88001 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Benavidez Dining Room Aide & Kitchen AideDining Room Aide: Help serve nutritious mid-day meals to seniors through the Congregate Meals Program. Set up tables and chairsClean and sanitize tables and chairs before serviceServe meal trays to seniors with disabilities and/or limited mobilityCollect dirty trays of Seniors and return them to the dish room window for those with limited mobility, disabled, and as demand dictates. Clean and sanitize tables and chairs throughout the serving period Flip chairs after the serving period when applicable.Provides kitchen support as needed and directedSpot sweep and spot mop the dining room floor after meal service or as neededWrap silverware in napkinsClean and refill salt/pepper shakersKitchen Aide: Help prepare, serve, and clean nutritious mid-day meals to seniors through the Congregate Meals Program.Clean and maintain kitchen equipment, dishes, pots/pans and flatware.Assist with serving the seniors on the steam table.Follow portion control, health code and safety policies and regulations.Participate in food service trainings offered by the Senior Nutrition Program.Program: Senior Nutrition Program Dining Room Aide: Help serve nutritious mid-day meals to seniors through the Congregate Meals Program. Set up tables and chairsClean and sanitize tables and chairs before serviceServe meal trays to seniors with disabilities and/or limited mobilityCollect dirty trays of Seniors and return them to the dish room window for those with limited mobility, disabled, and as demand dictates. Clean and sanitize tables and chairs throughout the serving period Flip chairs after the serving period when applicable.Provides kitchen support as needed and directedSpot sweep and spot mop the dining room floor after meal service or as neededWrap silverware in napkinsClean and refill salt/pepper shakersKitchen Aide: Help prepare, serve, and clean nutritious mid-day meals to seniors through the Congregate Meals Program.Clean and maintain kitchen equipment, dishes, pots/pans and flatware.Assist with serving the seniors on the steam table.Follow portion control, health code and safety policies and regulations.Participate in food service trainings offered by the Senior Nutrition Program.Program: Senior Nutrition Program Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Multiple Shifts Available Zip Code: 88001 Allow Groups: Yes |
Volunteer: Munson Dining Room Aide & Kitchen AideDining Room Aide: Help serve nutritious mid-day meals to seniors through the Congregate Meals Program. Set up tables and chairsClean and sanitize tables and chairs before serviceServe meal trays to seniors with disabilities and/or limited mobilityCollect dirty trays of Seniors and return them to the dish room window for those with limited mobility, disabled, and as demand dictates. Clean and sanitize tables and chairs throughout the serving period Flip chairs after the serving period when applicable.Provides kitchen support as needed and directedSpot sweep and spot mop the dining room floor after meal service or as neededWrap silverware in napkinsClean and refill salt/pepper shakersKitchen Aide: Help prepare, serve, and clean nutritious mid-day meals to seniors through the Congregate Meals Program.Clean and maintain kitchen equipment, dishes, pots/pans and flatware.Assist with serving the seniors on the steam table.Follow portion control, health code and safety policies and regulations.Participate in food service trainings offered by the Senior Nutrition Program.Program: Senior Nutrition Program Dining Room Aide: Help serve nutritious mid-day meals to seniors through the Congregate Meals Program. Set up tables and chairsClean and sanitize tables and chairs before serviceServe meal trays to seniors with disabilities and/or limited mobilityCollect dirty trays of Seniors and return them to the dish room window for those with limited mobility, disabled, and as demand dictates. Clean and sanitize tables and chairs throughout the serving period Flip chairs after the serving period when applicable.Provides kitchen support as needed and directedSpot sweep and spot mop the dining room floor after meal service or as neededWrap silverware in napkinsClean and refill salt/pepper shakersKitchen Aide: Help prepare, serve, and clean nutritious mid-day meals to seniors through the Congregate Meals Program.Clean and maintain kitchen equipment, dishes, pots/pans and flatware.Assist with serving the seniors on the steam table.Follow portion control, health code and safety policies and regulations.Participate in food service trainings offered by the Senior Nutrition Program.Program: Senior Nutrition Program Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Multiple Shifts Available Zip Code: 88001 Allow Groups: Yes |
Volunteer: Food 4 Paws Pet Food Delivery DriverDeliver pet food to homebound seniors within the City of Las Cruces who are on the Food 4 Paws Program: Delivers pet food to homebound senior clients on a bi-weekly basis, usually on Wednesday mornings, but can modify to accommodate volunteers. Updates the delivery route as needed. Gathers necessary pre-packaged food bags and cans for the day's delivery schedule. Provides a safety check on the clients and their animal. Observes and reports any discrepant health conditions or behavior of homebound clients to site supervisor. Reports any changes to the client's living situation. Volunteers are able to use a city owned vehicle or their personal operating vehicle. Cleans and sanitizes city vehicle as needed.Program: Senior Nutrition Program Deliver pet food to homebound seniors within the City of Las Cruces who are on the Food 4 Paws Program: Delivers pet food to homebound senior clients on a bi-weekly basis, usually on Wednesday mornings, but can modify to accommodate volunteers. Updates the delivery route as needed. Gathers necessary pre-packaged food bags and cans for the day's delivery schedule. Provides a safety check on the clients and their animal. Observes and reports any discrepant health conditions or behavior of homebound clients to site supervisor. Reports any changes to the client's living situation. Volunteers are able to use a city owned vehicle or their personal operating vehicle. Cleans and sanitizes city vehicle as needed.Program: Senior Nutrition Program Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Multiple Shifts Available Zip Code: 88001 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Meals-on-Wheels Breakfast PackerBreakfast Packer: Pack breakfast ready-to-eat breakfast meals for homebound seniors in the Meals-on-Wheels Program. Assist in obtaining correct counts on each route for homebound seniors who are eligible to receive breakfast Repackage and pack breakfast menu items Receive, date and put away items ordered Maintain the breakfast packing area in a clean and orderly fashion Breakdown and dispose of all empty cardboard containers into the recycling Pack bread for the next day, once finished with the breakfasts Clean and sanitize work areas, dust, sweep and mop floor in breakfast packing roomProgram: Senior Nutrition Program Breakfast Packer: Pack breakfast ready-to-eat breakfast meals for homebound seniors in the Meals-on-Wheels Program. Assist in obtaining correct counts on each route for homebound seniors who are eligible to receive breakfast Repackage and pack breakfast menu items Receive, date and put away items ordered Maintain the breakfast packing area in a clean and orderly fashion Breakdown and dispose of all empty cardboard containers into the recycling Pack bread for the next day, once finished with the breakfasts Clean and sanitize work areas, dust, sweep and mop floor in breakfast packing roomProgram: Senior Nutrition Program Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Multiple Shifts Available Zip Code: 88001 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Sage Cafe Dining Room Aide & Kitchen AideDining Room Aide: Help serve nutritious mid-day meals to seniors through the Congregate Meals Program. Set up tables and chairs Clean and sanitize tables and chairs before service Set up beverage area Serve meal trays to seniors with limited mobility Collect trays of Seniors with limited mobility and return them to the dish room window for seniors with limited mobility only Clean and sanitize tables and chairs throughout the serving period Flip chairs after the serving period when applicable. Provides kitchen support as needed and directed Spot sweep and spot mop the dining room floor after meal service or as neededKitchen Aide: Help prepare, serve, and clean nutritious mid-day meals to seniors through the Congregate Meals Program. Clean and maintain kitchen equipment, dishes, pots/pans and flatware. Assist with serving the seniors on the steam table. Follow portion control, health code and safety policies and regulations. Participate in food service trainings offered by the Senior Nutrition Program.Program: Senior Nutrition Program Dining Room Aide: Help serve nutritious mid-day meals to seniors through the Congregate Meals Program. Set up tables and chairs Clean and sanitize tables and chairs before service Set up beverage area Serve meal trays to seniors with limited mobility Collect trays of Seniors with limited mobility and return them to the dish room window for seniors with limited mobility only Clean and sanitize tables and chairs throughout the serving period Flip chairs after the serving period when applicable. Provides kitchen support as needed and directed Spot sweep and spot mop the dining room floor after meal service or as neededKitchen Aide: Help prepare, serve, and clean nutritious mid-day meals to seniors through the Congregate Meals Program. Clean and maintain kitchen equipment, dishes, pots/pans and flatware. Assist with serving the seniors on the steam table. Follow portion control, health code and safety policies and regulations. Participate in food service trainings offered by the Senior Nutrition Program.Program: Senior Nutrition Program Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Multiple Shifts Available Zip Code: 88011 Allow Groups: Yes |
Volunteer: Frank O'Brien Papen Dining Room Aide & Kitchen AideDining Room Aide: Help serve nutritious mid-day meals to seniors through the Congregate Meals Program. Set up tables and chairs Clean and sanitize tables and chairs before service Set up beverage area Serve meal trays to seniors with limited mobility Collect trays of Seniors with limited mobility and return them to the dish room window for seniors with limited mobility only Clean and sanitize tables and chairs throughout the serving period Flip chairs after the serving period when applicable. Provides kitchen support as needed and directed Spot sweep and spot mop the dining room floor after meal service or as neededKitchen Aide: Help prepare, serve, and clean nutritious mid-day meals to seniors through the Congregate Meals Program. Clean and maintain kitchen equipment, dishes, pots/pans and flatware. Assist with serving the seniors on the steam table. Follow portion control, health code and safety policies and regulations. Participate in food service trainings offered by the Senior Nutrition Program.Program: Senior Nutrition Program Dining Room Aide: Help serve nutritious mid-day meals to seniors through the Congregate Meals Program. Set up tables and chairs Clean and sanitize tables and chairs before service Set up beverage area Serve meal trays to seniors with limited mobility Collect trays of Seniors with limited mobility and return them to the dish room window for seniors with limited mobility only Clean and sanitize tables and chairs throughout the serving period Flip chairs after the serving period when applicable. Provides kitchen support as needed and directed Spot sweep and spot mop the dining room floor after meal service or as neededKitchen Aide: Help prepare, serve, and clean nutritious mid-day meals to seniors through the Congregate Meals Program. Clean and maintain kitchen equipment, dishes, pots/pans and flatware. Assist with serving the seniors on the steam table. Follow portion control, health code and safety policies and regulations. Participate in food service trainings offered by the Senior Nutrition Program.Program: Senior Nutrition Program Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Multiple Shifts Available Zip Code: 88004 Allow Groups: Yes |
Volunteer: Eastside Dining Room Aide & Kitchen AideDining Room Aide: Help serve nutritious mid-day meals to seniors through the Congregate Meals Program. Set up tables and chairs Clean and sanitize tables and chairs before service Set up beverage area Serve meal trays to seniors with limited mobility Collect trays of Seniors with limited mobility and return them to the dish room window for seniors with limited mobility only Clean and sanitize tables and chairs throughout the serving period Flip chairs after the serving period when applicable. Provides kitchen support as needed and directed Spot sweep and spot mop the dining room floor after meal service or as neededKitchen Aide: Help prepare, serve, and clean nutritious mid-day meals to seniors through the Congregate Meals Program. Clean and maintain kitchen equipment, dishes, pots/pans and flatware. Assist with serving the seniors on the steam table. Follow portion control, health code and safety policies and regulations. Participate in food service trainings offered by the Senior Nutrition Program.Program: Senior Nutrition Program Dining Room Aide: Help serve nutritious mid-day meals to seniors through the Congregate Meals Program. Set up tables and chairs Clean and sanitize tables and chairs before service Set up beverage area Serve meal trays to seniors with limited mobility Collect trays of Seniors with limited mobility and return them to the dish room window for seniors with limited mobility only Clean and sanitize tables and chairs throughout the serving period Flip chairs after the serving period when applicable. Provides kitchen support as needed and directed Spot sweep and spot mop the dining room floor after meal service or as neededKitchen Aide: Help prepare, serve, and clean nutritious mid-day meals to seniors through the Congregate Meals Program. Clean and maintain kitchen equipment, dishes, pots/pans and flatware. Assist with serving the seniors on the steam table. Follow portion control, health code and safety policies and regulations. Participate in food service trainings offered by the Senior Nutrition Program.Program: Senior Nutrition Program Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Multiple Shifts Available Zip Code: 88001 Allow Groups: Yes |