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Volunteer Opportunities - "Glendale Star Volunteer" 

The City of Glendale encourages involvement in government  through volunteerism.  Many department services are enhanced because of the generosity of time given by citizens of Glendale and citizens of surrounding areas.  Volunteers enable the City to stretch tax dollars and improve the community in many ways.  

Volunteers serve in many departments of the City including Police, Fire, Library, Recreation, Parks, City Court, Human Resources, Engineering, Planning, Building Safety and the Warehouse.  As a “Star Volunteer” you will receive on-the-job training by experienced staff members and get a first hand look at how Arizona’s fourth largest city operates.  Click here to download the volunteer brochure.

Thank You Volunteers!

2009 Volunteer Appreciation Breakfast Photos
Click here to check out the online photo gallery of the Volunteer Appreciation Breakfast.

Court-Ordered Community Service

Court-Ordered Community Service: Agencies accepting. Click here for more information.

Becoming a "Glendale Star Volunteer" 

How to apply:

  • Complete and return the NEW! Volunteer Application .
  • Volunteer Applications will be reviewed for area of interest and possible placement .
  • Any or all of the following may be required before placement in any sensitive volunteer position: Fingerprinting, Background Investigation, Substance Abuse Testing, MVD check
  • Inquire about Student internship while attending classes
  • Click here to download the brochure.

Glendale Star Volunteer Program Benefits

  • Discounts available through ESM (Employee Service Management) for travel and vacation packages .
  • Discount admission to popular attractions(Disneyland, Sea World, Water World)
  • Discount movie tickets for Harkins & AMC theaters
  • SMART Bus card
  • Glendale Merchant Discounts
  • Membership in Arizona Federal Credit Union
  • Eligibility to join CostCo and Sam's Club
  • Workers' Compensation coverage
  • Wellness Program
  • Glendale Chamber of Commerce membership and benefits
  • Benefits provided by Maricopa Retireed and Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP)
  • Annual Volunteer Recognition Breakfast
  • US Presidential Service Award (Adults 55 + yrs) (doc)

"Glendale Star Volunteer" Opportunities

 

Volunteer Advisory Group
Need Volunteer Assistance?

John Akers

Sahuaro Ranch 

623 930-4206

Gwen Beniot

Court Ordered

Community Services

623 930-2691

Fire Safety Educators

623 930-3458

Sylvia Charters

Human Resources

623 930-2297

David Colson

Fire Cadets

623 930-4400

Jo Garcia

Adult Center

623 930-4328

Fire Crisis Response

623 930-4455

Mary Hill

Admin Parks/Recreation

623 930-2826

Fire Crisis Response

623 930-4452

Fire Crisis Response

623 930-4451

Fire Crisis Response

623 930-4458

Michelle Schrade

Main Library

623 930-3559

Marie Shepherd

Police

623 772-7118

Environmental Resources

623 930-3535

"one caring heart is all it takes to make a difference"

Please contact Sylvia Charters at (623) 930-2297 or scharters@glendaleaz.com with any questions.


Clerical Support

The City of Glendale is in need of clerical support in a variety of departments, including City Court, the City Prosecutor’s Office, Building Safety, Finance, Parks & Recreation, Human Resources, the Warehouse and others. Please contact Sylvia Charters for more information at (623) 930-2297 or scharters@glendaleaz.com.


Volunteer Code Compliance Inspector - Code Compliance

JOB SUMMARY: Performs field and office work to ensure compliance with city codes related to sign and vehicle for sale requirements.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

  • Makes determination of sign and vehicle for sale code violations.
  • Removes illegal signs from traffic control devices, streetlight standards, utility poles, trees or any other device located in city rights-of-way.
  • Discards sign material at assigned disposal areas.
  • Affixes warning stickers onto vehicles marked “For Sale” parked on city rights-of-way, at shopping centers and vacant parcels or property.
  • Contacts responsible party regarding vehicle for sale warnings being issued.
  • Collects pertinent data and takes photographs documenting city code violations related to illegal signs in city rights-of-way and vehicles for sale.
  • Performs follow-up inspections to ensure that remedial action has been taken.
  • Communicates with City of Glendale code compliance inspectors for follow-up action if necessary.
  • Works effectively with responsible party in order to achieve a high level of voluntary compliance.
  • Establishes and maintains effective and harmonious working relationships with citizens.
  • Uses computer database to access information on parcels of vacant land.
  • Occasionally assists office staff with related duties and assignments.

TIME COMMITMENT: 20 – 30 hours per month with a flexible schedule.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

  • Ability to learn the principles, practices, methods and techniques of code compliance as it relates to sign and vehicle for sale requirements.
  • General knowledge of Glendale area streets.
  • Good record keeping and reporting skills
  • Good communication and organizational skills
  • Ability to work independently
  • Ability to deal with the public in a tactful and fair manner

WORKING CONDITIONS: Main duties are performed in the field using a City of Glendale vehicle. A cell phone, digital camera, and other tools will be provided, as necessary to perform assigned tasks. Training will be provided by City of Glendale Code Compliance staff.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: High school diploma or GED, previous code compliance experience helpful

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Valid Arizona Driver’s license


Homeland Security/Emergency Management Operation Center

New: Non paid volunteer opportunity available in Homeland Security. Seeking volunteers with computer skills, verbal and written communication skills, flexible hours, must pass fingerprinting and background checks. Office/Admin assistant working in EOC operations. Duties to include: Projects, research, writing, typing.

For futher details contact RGunter@glendaleaz.com or submit volunteer application

On-Call Sporadic General Office Support

We have a need for people who would be interested in volunteering on an on-call basis. Occasionally departments need additional help due to being temporarily short-staffed, for large bulk mailings or for projects requiring a few extra hands. This would provide an exposure to several different departments and an opportunity for an overall view of the workings of the City. You would be placed on a list and contacted when a need arose. After receiving information about dates and times, it would be your decision to accept or reject the assignment. The decision would always be yours. Please contact Sylvia Charters for more information at (623) 930-2297 or scharters@glendaleaz.com.


Survey Aide - Transportation Department

POSITION SUMMARY:
To provide support to the Transportation Department staff in the areas of conducting fixed route bus survey to meet Federal Compliance guidelines.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Conducts survey on fixed bus (GUS) routes. Survey Aide would track passenger, mileage, and fare counts .Proofs and checks survey data , forms and material for accuracy and completeness. Special projects as determined by staff.

TIME COMMITMENT:
Survey’s are done on random days Sunday thru Saturday, but are usually only two to three days a week. 10-15 hours per week

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Basic math
Attention to detail, good organizational, communication and interpersonal skills.

WORKING CONDITIONS:
Must ride fixed route (GUS) Buses

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Minimum age (16) and or older
Availability both  Weekdays and Weekends

Please contact Sylvia Charters for more information at (623) 930-2297 or scharters@glendaleaz.com.


Utilities

Our Utilities department is currently accepting applications for volunteer and intern positions working in the water treatment and wastewater areas.  ADEQ Certification is required for these positions.  If you are currently in a Water Technologies Program with one of the community colleges, this is an opportunity to gain some on-the-job training and possibly college credit.  Please contact Sylvia Charters for more information at (623) 930-2297 or scharters@glendaleaz.com.

PLANT OPERATOR 1 - UTILITIES

JOB SUMMARY:
Assists an Operator or Maintenance personnel in the basic duties of operating and maintaining a water or wastewater treatment plant and related treatment facilities.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Lab testing, data entry, and other utility operator duties, e.g. general plant maintenance, and cleaning, performing inventories, flushing lines, special projects

TIME COMMITMENT:
4 hours/day, 3-5 days/week

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Basic knowledge of safe work practices around chemicals, equipment, and electricity.
Basic knowledge of computers and data bases.
Basic knowledge of water or wastewater treatment is most desirable.

WORKING CONDITIONS:
Outdoor work, hazardous chemicals, plant equipment with moving parts.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
High school degree.
ADEQ Water and/or Wastewater Operator I certificate is most desirable.


Visitor Center & Glendale Greeter

The Glendale Visitor Center offers two volunteer programs; Visitor Center Volunteers and Glendale Greeters.

(Please note: currently there are no available volunteer positions with the Glendale Visitor Center or the Glendale Greeter Program, but interested individuals can be placed on a waiting list for future opportunities.)

Visitor Center Volunteers interact with visitors from around the world and the state, answering questions and providing information about not only Glendale but the entire state of Arizona. Volunteers are located at the reception desk at the Glendale Visitor Center and in many cases are the “First Face of Glendale.” The Glendale Visitor Center opened in October 2000 and assists approximately 15,000 walk in visitors per year. Volunteers must be at least 18 years of age and requires a weekly shift of 4 hours.

The Glendale Greeter Volunteer Program utilizes our best resource, people who live and work in Glendale, and have a passion for their hometown. Greeters provide a high-level of customer service skills to serve as visitor ambassadors and a community resource for Glendale during signature special events, at mobile visitor centers, community events and mega events. This highly visible team creates a welcoming and well-managed environment and requires proactive contacts with visitors to promote a tourist friendly atmosphere. Volunteers must be at least 16 years of age and positions usually require a commitment of 4 hours per event.

Please contact Lorraine Pino at (623) 930-2955 or lpino@glendaleaz.com for more information.



Water Conservation

Environmental Resources Department, Water Conservation Division

POSITION SUMMARY:

Glendale, AZ - Volunteer The Water Conservation volunteers assist the Glendale Water Conservation Office with a variety of community outreach programs.  Water Conservation volunteers help at special events, assemble home water audit kits, and assist office staff with special projects and ongoing programs.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

  • Prepare mailings
  • Assemble home water audit kits
  • Assemble water conservation packets in response to water waste reports
  • Assist with data entry
  • Assist with water conservation-related research
  • Communicate general program information to the public
  • Assist with water conservation-related events and programs
  • Assist office staff with related duties and assignments

TIME COMMITMENTS:

  • 2-6 hours per month
  • Recommended at least 25 hours per year

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

  • Basic knowledge of computers
  • Ability to conduct independent research on the Internet and at the Glendale Public Libraries
  • Good communication and organizational skills

WORKING CONDITIONS:

  • Indoors in an office setting at a computer terminal or desk sitting, using hands

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Minimum age of 16 to volunteer
  • Desire to learn more about the Water Conservation Office’s outreach programs
  • Ability to perform clerical tasks with minimal supervision

Join Us!

If you’re interested in becoming a Water Conservation volunteer, please call the Water Conservation Office at (623) 930-3535 or e-mail jtoms@glendaleaz.com.

 


 “Wayne Drop” - Water Conservation Mascot Volunteer

Environmental Resources Department, Water Conservation Division

POSITION SUMMARY:

Glendale, AZ - Volunteer “Wayne Drop,” the Water Conservation Office’s official mascot, assists the Glendale Water Conservation Office by attending festivals, schools, and special events and spreading the “Water Use it Wisely” message throughout the community.  For those that are interested in volunteering at family-centered events, become a Water Conservation Mascot volunteer! 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

  • Wear the “Wayne Drop” mascot costume OR serve as “Wayne Drop’s” handler
  • Greet attendees at festivals, schools, and special events

TIME COMMITMENTS:

  • 2-6 hours per month
  • Recommended at least 25 hours per year

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

  • Ability to wear a mascot costume
  • Some prior mascot experience is helpful, but not required

WORKING CONDITIONS:

  • Indoors or outdoors depending on the event type
  • Mascot costume weighs approximately 5 to 8 pounds and can limit mobility and visibility

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Minimum age of 16 to volunteer

Join Us!

If you’re interested in becoming a “Wayne Drop” - Water Conservation Mascot volunteer, please call the Water Conservation Office at (623) 930-3535 or e-mail jtoms@glendaleaz.com .


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