Citizen
Volunteer Opportunities
All City of Orlando
volunteer applicants must complete and pass a background screening.
Emergency Operations Center
The City of Orlando's Citizen Information Line is a vital communications
tool for our residents during emergencies. Volunteers answer
non-emergency phone calls during shifts at the Emergency Operation
Center. Contact Traci Blue, 407-246-2082
Additionally, you can
volunteer after a disaster during the recovery effort. Don’t wait until
the last minute to get trained. Learn how to protect yourself, your
family and get ready to help others. Prepare and get ready now.
Contact Adolfina Ortiz, 321-235-5437.
Front Desk/ Museum Store Clerk
The Mennello Museum of American Folk Art
Meet and greet the public, answer questions about the museum and Loch
Haven Park. Handle sales transactions in the museum store.
Qualifications:
Ability to run cash register. Some art background helpful. Excellent
interpersonal skills. Public speaking experience helpful.
Contact Kim Robinson, 407-246-4278
City Hall Ambassador
Provide community relations for the City of Orlando by facilitating
guided tours of City Hall. Responsibilities include participation in a
one-time training program and leading one-hour tours on an on-call basis
Qualifications:
Good oral communication skills and the ability to work independently.
Professional decorum desired. Skill in dealing with all ages and varying
backgrounds. High school diploma required.
Contact Lucinda Cleveland, 407-246-3308
Miscellaneous Opportunities
Harry P. Leu Gardens
Opportunities such as guided tours through the gardens and Leu House
Museum, assisting classes in horticulture, assisting with fundraisers,
etc.
Qualifications:
Good oral communication skills and the ability to work independently.
Professional decorum desired. Skill in dealing with all ages and varying
backgrounds. High school diploma required.
Contact: Lynn Williams, 407-246-2620
Multi-Media Aide
Multi Media
Department
Assists in the production, presentation and distribution of training,
marketing, information and publicity photographs, videotapes, and
digital images of the city. In addition, aides in the set-up of computer
presentations using lap-top computer and LCD projector
Qualifications:
Working knowledge of camera operations which include lens settings,
shutter-speed, film speed, etc. Past experience helpful in creating and
editing images for use in presentations, network transmissions, and
pre-press production.
Story Telling Assistant
Families, Parks and Recreations
Assist youth ages 5 to 14 in the art of reading. Listen and tutor
youth in reading. Coordination of weekly reading materials
Qualifications:
Ability to read with expression, listen attentively and write.
Creative thinking that enhances participant’s enjoyment. A
public/private library card is needed.
Volunteer Park Ranger
Parks Bureau/Lake Eola
Promote Lake Eola through Public Relations with visitors and
assisting with special events. Provide extra security by identifying
potential safety hazards. Ensure park cleanliness by providing added
inspection.
Qualifications:
Desire to work with people. Ability to communicate both orally and in
writing and perform work in the outdoors. Current CPR/First Aid
certification preferred.
Neon Club
Dance Host
Loch Haven Park Neighborhood Center
Assist with the Neon Club Dance for physically and mentally
challenged adults. Hosting would include assisting at the concession
stand and interacting with clients.
Qualifications:
Past experience working with physically and mentally challenged
adults a plus. Patience, a positive attitude and the ability to
participate in physical activities desired. Ability to lead and
positively influence others.
Computer Lab Tutors
Recreation
Division
Provide tutoring to youth and adults on the proper use of computer
hardware and software. Software packages include topics in Math,
English, History and Art. Assist students with Internet use.
Qualifications:
Ability to speak in public, proficient use of computer and effective
writing skills. Past experience in computer instruction a plus.
Outdoor Leadership Trainer
Recreation Division
MTP (Teen) Program
Assist with MTP Program outdoor skills and activities to promote
pride, self-esteem and leadership. Events would include camping, hiking,
canoeing, etc.
Qualifications:
Good rapport and past experience interacting with 5th-7th
grade youth. Ability to perform outdoor tasks as directed. High school
diploma or GED required.
