RECREATION VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
The City of Paso Robles is always in need of volunteers to do everything from clerical tasks and coaching to assisting with special events and Advisory Groups. Without volunteers, the City wouldn’t be able to offer the quality or quantity of services it is able to. Volunteers are vital to our organization. Be part of it!
The Parks and Recreation Division of Library and Recreation Services have need for volunteers in the following areas:
Advisory Groups – The following advisory groups are an invaluable part of Recreation Services. They meet monthly and provide a means for the general public to express their interest, concerns, and requests. These commissions make recommendations to our department, based on their own expertise and community input, and/or assist with fundraising. Terms of service vary and recruitment for commission members is held in April of each year.
Parks & Recreation Advisory Committee
The Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee meets the 2nd Tuesday of the month, 4:00 p.m., in the Centennial Park Live Oak Room at 600 Nickerson Drive, Paso Robles. For more information, please call Judy O’Neal at 237-3992 (e-mail).Paso Robles Youth Commission
The Youth Commission meets the 1st Wednesday of the month during the public school’s calendar year from September through June. They meet at 2:30 p.m. in the School District Board Room, located at 800 Niblick Road, Paso Robles. For more information, please call Charlotte Gorton (e-mail) at 237-3987.REC Foundation (Recreation Enhances Community)
REC Foundation meets the 2nd Wednesday of the month, 8:00 a.m., in the Library/City Hall Conference Center at 1000 Spring Street, Paso Robles. For more information, please call Charlotte Gorton (e-mail) at 237-3987.Senior Citizen Advisory Committee
The Senior Citizen Advisory Committee meets the 2nd Monday of the month, 1:30 p.m. in the Senior Center, 270 Scott Street, Paso Robles. For more information, please call Lynda Holt (e-mail) at 237-3880.
For positions available information and downloadable application, visit the Advisory Bodies homepage.
After-school programs - The YMCA has two after school programs as well as summer programs and camps. They are always looking for guest speakers and mentors. Call Shelly Dargatz (e-mail) at 237-0845.
Barney Schwartz Park - We have a team of volunteers assisting with park events, from Senior Days to league activities, to big events like the 4th of July Celebration. Chad Dawson at 237-3990 is in charge of BSP activities, and Vicky Jeffcoach, 391-0935 (e-mail), is in charge of volunteers.
Centennial Park – Volunteers may be assist staff in clerical duties, gym attendants, and indoor soccer leagues. Volunteer applications are available at Centennial Park at the registration desk. For further information, please call contact Trine Marlen, Recreation Marketing/Class Coordinator, at 237-3988 (e-mail) .
Middle School Dances – Chaperones are always needed for middle school dances held at Centennial Park. Call Vicky Jeffcoach, 391-0935 (e-mail) for more information.
Please note: All volunteers who work in positions of authority over minor children must be fingerprinted as required by law. The fingerprinting is done at the Public Safety Center for free for all volunteers. An appointment is required. Fingerprint forms are available at Centennial Park at the registration desk. Volunteer applications are also available at Centennial at the registration desk. For further information, please call Vicky Jeffcoach, 391-0935 (e-mail).
Oak Park Recreation Center - The Oak Park Recreation Center would love to have you lend a hand with special events or tutoring on study nights. Contact Vicky, Recreation Coordinator for Youth/Teens & Park Volunteers, at 391-0935 (e-mail) for more information on volunteer opportunities.
Park Volunteers - Get out your work gloves and spend some time in the great outdoors beautifying your local parks! The City has a real need for your help in keeping our parks looking beautiful. We welcome groups and or individuals for park clean up and maintenance projects. For information on volunteering in the parks, please call Vicky, Recreation Coordinator for Youth/Teens & Park Volunteers, at 391-0935 (e-mail).
Pools - Jr. Swim Instructors work alongside Water Safety Swim Instructors during the summer to help with swim lessons. Must be able to commit to a two week swim session. Free open and lap swim is provided for all Volunteer Aides for the summer season and a T-shirt. Contact Charlotte Gorton, Recreation Services Manager, at 237-3987 (e-mail) for more information.
Senior Center – People who are involved at the Senior Center say that the opportunity to volunteer is what makes our Center unique. Your friends and neighbors, with staff support, make the Senior Center work. Volunteers serve in all areas of the Senior Center, including: leadership and advisory roles; receptionists; nutrition servers and drivers; teaching classes or leading activities; maintaining the library room; coordinating clubs; entering data into the computer and much, much more. Call Lynda, 237-3880 (e-mail) for more information on the Senior Center.
Special Events – The recreation division utilizes volunteers in a variety of special events such as the summer concert series, 4th of July, Kite Fest, Midnight Movies, Skate Fest, and lots more! Volunteer applications are available at Centennial Park at the registration desk. For further information, please call 237-3988.
Youth sports - We utilize coaches and scorekeepers for T-ball and Youth Basketball. For more information contact Chad Dawson (e-mail) or by phone at 237-3990.
