In Fiscal Year 2008/2009, Parks and Recreation volunteers contributed a total of over 96,000 hours, providing services that are valued at over $1.9 million. Types of work performed are: open and close parks; mow lawns; clean restrooms; operate blower, weed eater, chipper; small equipment maintenance; haul trash; irrigation maintenance; public relations; lead tours and hikes; provide interpretive programs; greet guests; lead youth educational/recreational activities and projects; coach sports teams; provide child care; patrol; rake; paint; sweep; remove graffiti; staff entry booth; care for gardens and tree nursery; answer phones; data entry; mailings and filings, historical/cultural research; host fundraisers; plant trees; trail construction and maintenance; lead computer labs; assist with special events; and so much more.
If you would like to be a part of this incredible work force, check out the positions on this page and contact us today.
For information on the County's volunteer program and volunteers who have been recognized by the Board of Supervisors, go to: http://www.sdcounty.ca.gov/cob/volunteer/index.html.
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