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Example volunteer requirements on a job description
Volunteer requirements can be divided into technical requirements and required soft skills. The lists below show the most common requirements included in volunteer job postings.
Sample volunteer requirements
- Must be 18 years of age or older
- A valid driver's license and reliable transportation
- Ability to pass a criminal background check
- At least 6 months of prior volunteer experience
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
Sample required volunteer soft skills
- Strong organizational skills
- Excellent communication abilities
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Strong problem solving and critical thinking skills
- Positive attitude and strong work ethic
Volunteer job description example 1
Friendship Public Charter School volunteer job description
Friendship Public Charter School operates a thriving network of college preparatory public charter schools. Headquartered in Washington, DC. Friendship serves over 4,800 students in preschool to grade 12 and guides a growing network of alumni to college completion annually. Nearly 70% of students are deemed "at-risk" due to family poverty, homelessness or other complex risk factors and 100% of students are deemed eligible for free and reduced lunch due to community poverty. 98% are African American or Latino. The mission of Friendship Public Charter School (FPCS) is to prepare students to become ethical, literate, well-rounded and self-sufficient citizens by providing a world-class education that motivates students to reach high academic standards, to enjoy learning, to achieve success, and to contribute actively to their communities
The FPCS welcomes volunteers of all ages who are willing to dedicate their time and skills to support students, teachers, and administration.
FPCS contracts with a variety of volunteer groups in the District of Columbia, to recruit, screen, train, place and support volunteer academic mentors in the District of Columbia Public Schools. School volunteer programs are designed to provide ongoing support to students in grades K-12 during the school day and beyond. Our partners coordinates tutoring and mentoring programs in literacy, math, enrichment, MCAS preparation, career education, coaching and more.
If you are a teacher seeking a classroom volunteer, be sure to get the permission of your principal.
+ Effective November 1, 2021, all adult employees, contractors, interns, and volunteers working in person in a public, public charter, independent, private, or parochial school in the District of Columbia, and all adult employees, contractors, interns, and volunteers working in person in a child care facility regulated by the Office of the State Superintendent of Education, shall have received a full course of a vaccination against COVID-19 unless they have been granted an exemption from such vaccination pursuant to, and are compliant with the requirements of, Section IV of this Order."
External Company URL: www.friendshipschools.org
Street: 1400 1st Street , NW
The FPCS welcomes volunteers of all ages who are willing to dedicate their time and skills to support students, teachers, and administration.
FPCS contracts with a variety of volunteer groups in the District of Columbia, to recruit, screen, train, place and support volunteer academic mentors in the District of Columbia Public Schools. School volunteer programs are designed to provide ongoing support to students in grades K-12 during the school day and beyond. Our partners coordinates tutoring and mentoring programs in literacy, math, enrichment, MCAS preparation, career education, coaching and more.
If you are a teacher seeking a classroom volunteer, be sure to get the permission of your principal.
+ Effective November 1, 2021, all adult employees, contractors, interns, and volunteers working in person in a public, public charter, independent, private, or parochial school in the District of Columbia, and all adult employees, contractors, interns, and volunteers working in person in a child care facility regulated by the Office of the State Superintendent of Education, shall have received a full course of a vaccination against COVID-19 unless they have been granted an exemption from such vaccination pursuant to, and are compliant with the requirements of, Section IV of this Order."
External Company URL: www.friendshipschools.org
Street: 1400 1st Street , NW
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Volunteer job description example 2
Alaska SeaLife Center volunteer job description
Waterfront RV site in Seward, Alaska for the Summer of 2023 in Exchange for Volunteer Opportunities!
The Alaska SeaLife Center, located in Seward, Alaska is recruiting RVers for the 2023 season. RV camping spaces come with full hook-ups and a million dollar view of Resurrection Bay mere steps from our front door.RV volunteers can fill any of the following positions:
+ Greeters are an important part of the Visitor Experience Team at the Center. Greeters welcome our guests to the Center by giving them an overview of our exhibits and answering various questions about the Center. We are looking for someone who is comfortable with public speaking, enjoys interacting with others, will ensure excellent and memorable experiences for our guests, and has an enthusiasm for the Center and its mission.
+ Ticketing is responsible for Front of House Reservations and Ticketing functions, Customer Service and Sales of all admission, tours, encounters, as well as visitor information capture and completion of the annual Visitor Survey. We are looking for someone who enjoys customer service.
+ Interpretation w ill assist with directions and answer guest questions as they tour the Center. May give informal talks and programs about various animals. Potentially lead Behind the Scene programs. We are looking for someone who loves to communicate with a diverse group of people of all ages.
+ Grounds w ill help to maintain the professional appearance of the Center and grounds by cleaning, mowing, raking, edging, weeding and trimming. We are looking for someone who is interested in working outdoors and not afraid to get dirty.
+ Custodial w ill be responsible for the cleanliness and appearance of the building and grounds at the Alaska SeaLife Center . We are looking for someone with great attention to detail and loads of initiative.
Before volunteering you will participate in training and receive additional information about this position.
Applicants must be able to provide their own camping unit. An RV site will be provided on the shores of beautiful Resurrection Bay in the RV parking lot for the Alaska SeaLife Center and includes water, electricity, and sewer. In exchange, the Center asks for a minimum of 20 hours of volunteering per week per adult. Preference will be given to those who can commit to staying for the entire or most of the summer season. Our summer season runs from mid-May to mid-September. All volunteer positions will be subject to a background check.
Start Date: May 1, 2023 (earliest)
End Date: September 30, 2023 (latest)
The Alaska SeaLife Center, located in Seward, Alaska is recruiting RVers for the 2023 season. RV camping spaces come with full hook-ups and a million dollar view of Resurrection Bay mere steps from our front door.RV volunteers can fill any of the following positions:
+ Greeters are an important part of the Visitor Experience Team at the Center. Greeters welcome our guests to the Center by giving them an overview of our exhibits and answering various questions about the Center. We are looking for someone who is comfortable with public speaking, enjoys interacting with others, will ensure excellent and memorable experiences for our guests, and has an enthusiasm for the Center and its mission.
+ Ticketing is responsible for Front of House Reservations and Ticketing functions, Customer Service and Sales of all admission, tours, encounters, as well as visitor information capture and completion of the annual Visitor Survey. We are looking for someone who enjoys customer service.
+ Interpretation w ill assist with directions and answer guest questions as they tour the Center. May give informal talks and programs about various animals. Potentially lead Behind the Scene programs. We are looking for someone who loves to communicate with a diverse group of people of all ages.
+ Grounds w ill help to maintain the professional appearance of the Center and grounds by cleaning, mowing, raking, edging, weeding and trimming. We are looking for someone who is interested in working outdoors and not afraid to get dirty.
+ Custodial w ill be responsible for the cleanliness and appearance of the building and grounds at the Alaska SeaLife Center . We are looking for someone with great attention to detail and loads of initiative.
Before volunteering you will participate in training and receive additional information about this position.
Applicants must be able to provide their own camping unit. An RV site will be provided on the shores of beautiful Resurrection Bay in the RV parking lot for the Alaska SeaLife Center and includes water, electricity, and sewer. In exchange, the Center asks for a minimum of 20 hours of volunteering per week per adult. Preference will be given to those who can commit to staying for the entire or most of the summer season. Our summer season runs from mid-May to mid-September. All volunteer positions will be subject to a background check.
Start Date: May 1, 2023 (earliest)
End Date: September 30, 2023 (latest)
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Volunteer job description example 3
Tempe Elementary School District volunteer job description
Volunteer/Parent Volunteer/Volunteer
Date Posted:
7/9/2019
Location:
McClintock High School
Additional Information:
Volunteer/Parent Volunteer
Description:
Provide Volunteer Services and support for TUHSD students in a variety of areas which include office support, chaperoning an activity or event, or volunteering to coach or sponsor one of many athletic or activity opportunities offered throughout the district.
Volunteers are required to complete all required processing prior to beginning service with students.
Volunteers serve under the direct supervision of a certified staff member at all times.
The supervising staff member will define the responsibilities of the volunteer.
Application and Selection Steps:
Apply Online: Complete and submit the online Volunteer application.
Contact Site Administration: Contact the school where you applied to serve and let them know your application is complete.
Electronic Request for Processing Sent by Campus: The school/department must complete an electronic form (a Volunteer PAR) requesting that we process you, and submit it to Human Resources. You will not be contacted for processing until we receive this information.
Processing Appointment: Volunteers cannot be processed as "drop-ins." A Human Resources Specialist will contact you to set a processing appointment when all steps are completed. Processing includes being fingerprinted as a volunteer at no cost to you. If you have a DPS fingerprint clearance card, please notify HR when you are called for the appointment. This will expedite processing. You will need to bring a photo ID when you come to HR for your appointment to be processed.
Fingerprints: Fingerprints are sent to the Arizona Department of Public Safety for processing. Processing takes anywhere from four to six weeks. Please note that you are not cleared to be on campus until your fingerprint report is returned by DPS!
Work Permit: Upon receipt of a clean background report from DPS, a Work Permit is issued and sent electronically to campus or department administration. At that time, you are cleared to be on campus.
Please remember that your Work Permit is valid for one school year, from the date of approval through June 30. Your school/department must update your request to volunteer annually, but re-fingerprinting is not required.
Date Posted:
7/9/2019
Location:
McClintock High School
Additional Information:
Volunteer/Parent Volunteer
Description:
Provide Volunteer Services and support for TUHSD students in a variety of areas which include office support, chaperoning an activity or event, or volunteering to coach or sponsor one of many athletic or activity opportunities offered throughout the district.
Volunteers are required to complete all required processing prior to beginning service with students.
Volunteers serve under the direct supervision of a certified staff member at all times.
The supervising staff member will define the responsibilities of the volunteer.
Application and Selection Steps:
Apply Online: Complete and submit the online Volunteer application.
Contact Site Administration: Contact the school where you applied to serve and let them know your application is complete.
Electronic Request for Processing Sent by Campus: The school/department must complete an electronic form (a Volunteer PAR) requesting that we process you, and submit it to Human Resources. You will not be contacted for processing until we receive this information.
Processing Appointment: Volunteers cannot be processed as "drop-ins." A Human Resources Specialist will contact you to set a processing appointment when all steps are completed. Processing includes being fingerprinted as a volunteer at no cost to you. If you have a DPS fingerprint clearance card, please notify HR when you are called for the appointment. This will expedite processing. You will need to bring a photo ID when you come to HR for your appointment to be processed.
Fingerprints: Fingerprints are sent to the Arizona Department of Public Safety for processing. Processing takes anywhere from four to six weeks. Please note that you are not cleared to be on campus until your fingerprint report is returned by DPS!
Work Permit: Upon receipt of a clean background report from DPS, a Work Permit is issued and sent electronically to campus or department administration. At that time, you are cleared to be on campus.
Please remember that your Work Permit is valid for one school year, from the date of approval through June 30. Your school/department must update your request to volunteer annually, but re-fingerprinting is not required.
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Updated March 14, 2024
Updated March 14, 2024