•Responds to emergency calls to provide fire suppression, rescue, hazardous materials and emergency medical assistance to the public. •Responds to emergency incidents, which involves getting to the scene quickly and safely, with the proper protective equipment. •Rescues individuals from fires and other emergency situations. •Contains and extinguishes fires, places hose lines and ladders, directs and operates nozzles and ventilates structures. This may involve working inside, outside and on top of burning and/or smoke filled structures. •Performs salvage and overhaul operations which may include placing salvage covers, removing excess water, opening walls and ceilings, removal of debris and covering openings in a structure. •Renders emergency medical treatment commensurate to their level of training and certification to injured or ill victims. •Operates fire department apparatus and equipment in accordance with fire department protocol and with due care for the safety of personnel, citizenry and property. •Assists at hazardous materials and technical rescue incidents to a level commensurate to their training. •Prepares, inspects and cleans equipment to ensure its proper functioning. •Maintains and improves rescue and firefighting knowledge and skills. Attends internal and external training and maintains familiarity with fire department protocols, equipment operating procedures and the city street system. •Maintains facilities and performs housekeeping duties as directed. •Works duty crew shifts, drills, meetings and other details as assigned. •When no officer is available, he/she may be called upon to supervise other firefighters. •Performs other duties and assumes other responsibilities as apparent or assigned. | Requirements: •18 years of age or older •High school graduate or equivalent •Valid MN driver’s license •Live within 15 minutes of a Minnetonka fire station •Ability to carry out responsibilities and provide good communications in a calm, positive and professional manner under emergency conditions •Successfully pass a thorough background check •Successfully pass the Fire Department-sponsored pre-membership physical examination, psychological test, pulmonary function test and physical agility test | Categories: Firefighter, EMT

Serve on the City of Minnetonka Historical Society Board of Directors. This role involves contributing to the strategic direction and governance of the society, ensuring its mission is fulfilled.

Assist in historic renovation or research projects. This role is ideal for history enthusiasts looking to contribute to the preservation and understanding of Minnetonka's history.

Paid on call firefighter EMT | Requirements: Pass written, physical, psychological exam, physical agility test, interviews | Categories: EMT, Firefighter

Rescue Support Volunteers assist at the Minnetonka office, helping with donation drop-offs, animal care, and office organization. Volunteers commit to regular shifts.

Let Out Volunteers care for animals at the Minnetonka office, ensuring they receive walks, food, water, and medication. Volunteers also maintain cleanliness in animal areas.

Intake Volunteers assist with animals arriving at The Bond Between. Duties include setting up crates, managing supplies, and ensuring animals are ready for vetting and photography.

Volunteers assist in various community service projects, including helping teachers, entertaining and gardening at senior living centers, and executing organizational projects at shelters. They also prepare meals at food shelves, clean up city parks and fire stations, and more.

Assist in the survey and treatment of Eurasian Watermilfoil in Bay Lake. Volunteers will help in identifying and tracking infestation sites as well as participating in treatment processes.

Join our team of dedicated volunteers to support various community initiatives, including educational programs for children and support services for the elderly. Volunteers will engage in activities that foster community unity and empowerment.

Volunteers help set up and manage a booth at local community events to spread awareness about the program. They provide information and samples of support packs to the public.

Assist with marketing initiatives to promote performances and handle concert day duties to ensure smooth events. Capture the magic through photography or videography to help bring beautiful music to the community.

Volunteers gather once a month at the Elks Lodge to assemble personal support packs for homeless and at-risk teens. No experience is necessary, and it's a great way to meet new people and get hands-on experience with the program.

We invite you to volunteer your time and energy to serve people most in need in our community. We welcome people of all faiths and will work with you to find an opportunity that matches your skills and interests.

Join us alongside our residents in a variety of fun-filled weekly activities and events. Help transport to happy hour, assist with bingo, serve at luncheons, support spiritual and religious life programs, and much more.

Help with bringing our residents to events out in the community.

Visit with our residents, read to them, play cards or games, listen to music, or chat. This helps to provide both social and emotional support for our residents.

A fun program designed to help residents with memory loss or dementia. Listen to their favorite music and watch them come ALIVE through the power of music. (Additional one-hour training is required.)

This is an art program for our residents with memory loss. As a volunteer, you will build a relationship with an individual resident by assisting them in an art project. (Additional one-hour training is required.)

Assist in enhancing the lives of older adults by supporting various activities. Your involvement will help residents maintain connections with the larger community and broaden inter-generational understanding.