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Work involves training for and participating in duties of protecting life and property through the performance of firefighting and emergency service activities. Volunteer Firefighters are required to learn and participate in the operation of apparatus and the performance of hazardous tasks under emergency conditions which may require strenuous exertion under such handicaps as smoke, fire, heat and cramped surroundings. Although firefighting and emergency services work constitutes the primary and most difficult and responsible area of work, the volunteer is also required to drill attending at least 70% of the drills. These drills consist of practice sessions dealing with various aspects of firefighting, rescue, hazardous materials awareness, and emergency medical work. Time spent at the station may consist of studying, custodial care and a wide variety of maintenance of departmental facilities, apparatus and equipment. Work is usually performed in accordance with explicit instructions and well defined procedures; however, performance of the work requires initiative and the exercise of independent judgment. Work is performed under the general supervision of a Lieutenant or Captain. | Requirements: High School diploma or GED is required. Valid National Registry EMT or equivalent for the state of California. Academy or some training is preferred but not required. Valid drivers license or able to obtain a CA drivers license. Clean background. | Categories: Firefighter, EMT, Other

Join us in our Farmworker Reality Tours where you will engage with farmworkers, listen to their stories, and help bridge the gap between communities. Volunteers will assist in organizing tours and facilitating discussions to raise awareness about the challenges faced by farmworker families.

Assist the Quail Hollow Trail Crew in developing and maintaining hiking trails and removing invasive thistle plants. Volunteers meet weekly on Tuesdays at 9AM.

Lead docent-led programs to educate visitors about the ecological value and cultural history of Quail Hollow Ranch. Programs include herp walks, star gazing, house tours, and history hikes.

Capture interesting photos of places, plants, and animals around the park for social media. This role requires 1-4 hours per month, any day of the week.

Join the bi-monthly Saturday work parties to eradicate non-native French Broom and maintain the park. Volunteers also remove barbed wire from the park's past as a cattle ranch.

Monitor nest boxes to provide nesting habitat for local cavity-nesting birds and gather data on their breeding biology. Volunteers follow protocols from Columbia University.

Staff the Visitor Center to greet visitors, offer tours, and assist with educational exhibits and events. Volunteers set their own hours, with a minimum of 4 hours a month.

Work on garden projects around the Visitor Center, including weeding, planting, and suggesting improvements. This task requires 2-4 hours per month, any day of the week.

Lead educational hikes on various topics such as astronomy, mushroom, flora, fauna, geology, history, and photography. Commitment varies from 2 hours a year to 2 hours a month.

Join one of our Weeding & Gardening Groups to help tend to the gardens while learning about plants and socializing with like-minded volunteers. You can also volunteer at Norrie’s Gift & Garden Shop, meeting travelers and garden-lovers while helping raise vital funds for the Arboretum.

Help raise vital funds for the Arboretum by volunteering at Norrie’s Gift & Garden Shop. Shifts are available Tuesday to Sunday for 3 hours, where you can meet travelers and garden-lovers from near and far.

Volunteers are needed to provide 4 to 8 hours of service 2 to 4 times a month. Responsibilities include listening, offering spiritual presence, and participating in training on caregiving and the dying process.

As a Puppet Pod Captain, you will lead the design and creation of Puppet Pods for the Waves of Change event. Join community meetings to brainstorm ideas and collaborate with other creative individuals.

Puppet Makers will help physically create puppets for the Waves of Change event. All skill levels are welcome, and you can participate in workshops to bring your creative ideas to life.

Monitors will ensure the safety of participants along the parade route. This role requires attendance at a training session and involves walking the full parade route on the day of the event.

Help wrap up the event by joining the Clean-Up Crew after the parade. This role involves packing supplies and materials and requires attending an after-parade meeting.

Work with Parade Coordinators to prepare audio equipment and select music for the parade. Skills in videography are encouraged to help capture the event's creativity.

Join the Zero Waste Team to help maintain cleanliness during the event and promote sustainability. Volunteers will attend a training session prior to the event.