Position Details The City of Auburn believes that volunteers enhance the City's ability to maintain and improve the quality of life in the community. Auburn counts on its volunteers and upon their dedication to help provide those services that best meet the diverse needs of the community. Volunteers choose to make a difference in the community and affect many parts of the City. By taking the time to participate in our programs, volunteers influence the future of Auburn. In assisting staff with both daily tasks and new programs, volunteers enhance the levels of quality services the City of Auburn provides. Primary Duties Emergency Management Volunteer Opportunities The Emergency Management division is part of the Mayor's office and helps residents be better prepared for a disaster, and help the city prepare, respond and recover from disasters. Our volunteers perform a wide variety of tasks, both during emergencies and as routine work. Tasks may include membership in the Community Emergency Response Team (CERT), Amateur Radio Emergency Communications, Public Education, and general office duties. Some work is done at events throughout the city before the emergencies and some will be done during and immediately after the event. Volunteers are assigned meaningful tasks based on training, experience, and interest. Minimum Qualifications Must be at least 18 years of age. Must be a US Citizen. Must be able to read, speak, and write the English language fluently. Additional Information

COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY, EQUITY, AND INCLUSION

Commitment to Inclusion Team Auburn values a wide range of perspectives and life experiences and believes our strength comes from the diversity of people and ideas. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals who will help us foster a workplace built on respect, collaboration, and service to the community. Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) The City of Auburn is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer. No person is unlawfully excluded from employment opportunities based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation, and pregnancy), age, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other protected class. Our EEO policy applies to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, selection for training, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, termination, rates of pay, or other forms of compensation. To learn more about the Inclusive Auburn initiative, please visit: www.auburnwa.gov/InclusiveAuburn

GETTING STARTED

We sincerely appreciate your interest in the City of Auburn. We have many volunteer opportunities and we are always accepting volunteer applications. Please click on the "Apply" link above to complete your application online. If you have any questions regarding the application process, please contact the City of Auburn Human Resources Department at (253) 931-3040 or TTY (253) 288-3139. This is a volunteer position. Volunteers are not eligible for benefits.