Santa Clara is a family-oriented and business friendly city, led by a city government that has developed an award-winning ethics program and a commitment to fostering public trust.
Located in Santa Clara County at the southern tip of San Francisco Bay, about 45 miles south of San Francisco, Santa Clara is a strategic regional hub, convenient to freeways, airports, railroads, expressways, light rail, and other public transportation.
Volunteer Opportunities
Why Volunteer?
Volunteers are essential to providing quality services to the residents of our community. Community members of all ages are encouraged to show pride and get involved in civic activities through volunteer work within the City of Santa Clara.
Who Volunteers?
Community members 13 years of age and older are encouraged to volunteer in any number of programs, activities, or events sponsored by the City of Santa Clara.
How Do I Become a Volunteer?
Anyone interested in volunteering for the City must first complete and submit an online City volunteer application. In addition, a signed Release of Liability form must be completed and submitted.
To obtain a Release of Liability form click HERE.
Typical Duties:
Parks and Recreation
Performing Arts
Roberta Jones Junior Theater – Aid staff in participant supervision when performers are off stage, and/or assist in production preparation and breakdown.
Nutcracker – Aid staff in participant supervision at dress rehearsals and performances and/or assist with doing cast hair and make-up.
Senior Center
Adventures to Go – Assist in the coordination of travel for adults age 50+
BINGO Attendant – Call BINGO numbers and determine if there is a true BINGO winner
Dining Out Program – Assist in the lunchtime program for seniors
Fitness Attendant – Check participants in & out of the Fitness Center
Senior Center Health and Wellness Support – Design, create and install monthly displays on health-related themes
Senior Center Library Attendant -creates and maintains an organized space in the Senior Center library/reading area and categorizes books in the appropriate areas
Senior Center Snack Bar – Sell sandwiches, snacks, and beverages
Recreation Services and Special Events
Adventures in Learning – help 3 and 4 year-olds in the classroom as well as prep activities, projects for future classes, field trips, and with their work
Youth Activity Center & Events – Assist with the after school program, skate park, recreation classes, and special events
Special Events – Assist with the planning and day of operations for a variety of special events Art & Wine Festival, Egg Extravaganza, July 4th, Holiday Tree Lighting)
Therapeutic Recreation Services
Assist in the recreational and social needs of individuals who have disabilities in the area
Central Park Library
Adult Services – Assist with, RetroTech, ESL Book Club, ESL Family, Turkish Storytime, Adult Services Special Projects, ESL Conversation Club
Youth Services – Assist in, Teen Volunteer program, Teen Council, Teen Tech, or Comicon
Read Santa Clara – Adult literacy volunteers may tutor at any of the library branches or other public locations within the city of Santa Clara
Northside Branch Library
Contribute in the Adult, Teen, Summer, or Teen Council volunteer programs
Mission Branch Library
Participate in the Mission Teen Volunteers
Police
Administrative
Community Volunteer
Chaplain
Cadet
Minimum Qualifications: Volunteer Requirements for Parks and Recreation and Library Services
Submission of the Release of Liability with application
At least 13 years old
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Ability to work with people belonging to diverse backgrounds
Interest in helping people
Able to interact professionally with the public
Ability to follow oral and written instructions
Must possess and demonstrate a friendly, positive attitude, and helpful demeanor
Must be able to work in a team environment
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