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The following is a sampling of recent openings. We can't update fast enough. Please give us a call @415-485-3407 , send a comment or email us to find out what else we have available. What is the process for volunteering? First you should contact us then you will be asked to complete/submit the Application Form. Once we receive the form you will be scheduled for an interview. After the interview, your volunteering is now ready to start. Finally, if you have an idea for a volunteer position or a desire for volunteerism that you don’t see here, please let us know and we will see if we can accommodate your interest. Thank you for visiting!
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Litter Education Outreach Presenter Directs visitors to proper departments at City Hall on Fifth Street, answers questions relating to City Hall activities and, at times, assists with light clerical duties. Monday to Friday, 3 hour shifts.
Wildland-Urban Interface Outreach Assist Fire Department in doing door to door outreach about the new Wildland-Urban Interface program, and help cut down fire danger in San Rafael. This requires walking the beat with Fire Department personnel and placing informational packets at people’s doorsteps in areas of high fire danger.
Police Boat Volunteer Ride the Bay on the Mission City, San Rafael’s police boat, doing enforcement work with our Police Ranger. This is hearty work and requires a full background check. There is a lot of training involved. You will need to be a good swimmer, and be willing to follow orders from the police ranger. This is serious yet fun, rewarding work. It requires a year commitment and 16 hours per week.
Emergency Preparedness Intern Part-time unpaid internship position to contact local non-profit organizations regarding services they may require in the event of a disaster. Ideally, this volunteer would have an interest in the Emergency Services field, be thorough in research and in follow-up activities. Minimum 4 month commitment.
Internet Tutors Teach Internet skills including e-mail, websites and search engines on a one-on-one basis. Thorough knowledge of PC’s, specifically the Information Superhighway is required as well as a six month commitment. Day or evening flexible hours. Tutoring will be held at San Rafael Public Library on 5th Avenue
Special Events Assistants Help set up and work some of the fabulous special events that visit San Rafael each year including the Blues, Brews and BBQ, Egg Hunt in Wonderland, Parade of Lights and Snow, and May Madness Classic Car Parade. Ability to work with the public and give good customer service a must. Days and times vary throughout the year.
Clean Campaign Ambassador Work with San Rafael Clean Campaign at various cleanup events and with outreach to schools and the community to educate about the hazards of litter and benefits of recycling. Various days, times, skill requirements available |
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