Volunteering

Our events see thousands of people in attendance. For this reason we need our volunteers to fill the following roles:

• Event greeters: Answer questions about the event, provide programs and information, help our guests find their way around the event.
• Event assistance: This position helps with set up, tear down, green room attendant, floater, displayer/vendor assistant and more!
• Survey takers: To ensure we are meeting the needs of our community and guests, volunteers may be asked to collect data for us.
• Rewards assistants: In this role, volunteers run games and provide prizes! This is an active fun role.
• Administrative support: Throughout the year we have periods were we are assembling piece items or swag bags or packages for the community. Sometimes this work is "work at home" and sometimes it is help us onsite.

• Event materials, snacks, drinks, event designated clothing.
• Flexible schedule, based on your availability.
• Connection. First hand interactive experiences engaging with residents from diverse backgrounds working towards a common goal.
• Growth. Gain valuable municipal government experience, build self-esteem, confidence and leadership skills as you begin your work life, are new to the community or look to increase your community involvement.
• Development. Learn new skills, exposure to new community initiatives, gain knowledge which may benefit others, while gaining professional experience.
• Support. Be a part of bringing the community together creating positive City of Oshawa experiences. The City of Oshawa values volunteers and is committed to supporting their success (including approved high school community hours).
• Teamwork. Meet up and engage with like-minded individuals and residents, build camaraderie – creating new bonds while strengthening the community.
• Positivity. Giving back provides a valuable impact to the community – the Events Team values the support of each and every event volunteer.

• Minimum age requirement is 15 years old and up!
• Those 15-17 years of age, require a guardian's consent.
• Pride for their community, personable, reliable, and enjoy interacting with people face to face.
• Possess critical thinking skills, able to problem-solve with minimal supervision
• Attend pre-assigned mandatory trainings with a commitment of volunteering at a minimum of three events, or equivalent of 8 hours per year to stay active
• An asset but not necessary: Physically able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds

Successful volunteer candidates will attend a mandatory hour in-person orientation.

Application process:

1. Fill out our online application.
2. Complete an availability survey.
3. If selected, complete a virtual on-line screening: a 20 minute interview for us to meet and get to know you.
4. All interviewees will be emailed their status and next steps.
5. Successful candidates will complete online training components.
6. Attend a mandatory hour in-person orientation at Civic Recreation Complex.
7. Volunteer a minimum of 8 hours per year.

Upon starting:

Volunteers are sent a list of the events with dates, locations and times for the upcoming event season. This list is sent as general information and may not include all opportunities. Volunteers do not need to respond to the email it is for information purposes only.

Before each event:

• About 4 to 6 weeks before each event, the Coordinator responsible for staffing the event, will email all volunteers to request their interest in volunteering at the event.
• Volunteers who are interested the event will respond to the Coordinator.
• The Coordinator will schedule and train the volunteers for the event.
• The Coordinator will schedule a mandatory event training date and time. 
• Volunteers will attend the training and complete any necessary documentation.
• Volunteers attend the event!