Ongoing Opportunities

If you have questions about any of the positions listed, please contact Melissa Marcum at m.marcum@thprd.org or 503-619-3941.

Administration Assistant (Ages 16+)

Administrative Assistants provide a link between the park district and the community, by helping visitors understand and appreciate district programs and facilities. This position provides customer service and general office support to better serve patrons. Positions are available occasionally at district facilities. Bilingual Spanish, Arabic and Vietnamese speakers are preferred.

If you are interested in this opportunity, apply here (in English & Spanish).

NOTE: THPRD is dedicated to the health and well-being of all volunteers and program participants. THPRD requires volunteers serving in these positions to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 or seek a medical or religious accommodation in lieu of vaccination. You will need to confirm your vaccination information during the application process. If you are unable or unwilling to do so, THPRD has a number of other volunteer opportunities available that don't require vaccination, including all one-day event opportunities and most outdoor volunteer positions not working with groups of people.

Adoption Program

This program is currently closed to new applicants. The program will likely reopen in January 2023.

Advisory Committees (Ages 16+)

THPRD's three advisory committees generally meet on the third Wednesday of the month (6-12 times annually) to participate in discussions, review plans, and provide broad feedback on park district programs, facilities, and parks. Each committee includes at least nine appointed volunteers, a staff liaison and a member of THPRD's Board of Directors. Volunteers must be district residents and commit to serving a two-year term.

Community oversight helps guide THPRD's planning efforts in the following areas:

• Nature & Trails
• Parks & Facilities
• Programs & Events

The next round of recruitment and applications for these volunteer positions will begin in fall of 2022. If you are interested in applying, please submit an Interest Form (in English & Spanish) and you will be notified when the application process opens. For more information on Advisory Committees, check out recent meeting minutes and agendas here.

NOTE: THPRD is dedicated to the health and well-being of all volunteers and program participants. THPRD may require volunteers serving in these positions to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 or seek a medical or religious accommodation in lieu of vaccination. You may need to confirm your vaccination information during the application process. If you are unable or unwilling to do so, THPRD has a number of other volunteer opportunities available that don't require vaccination, including all one-day event opportunities and most outdoor volunteer positions not working with groups of people.

Childcare Assistant (Ages 14+)

Childcare Assistants help staff with the oversight, setup and cleanup of youth preschool, drop-in child care and afterschool programs. Volunteers help facilitate activities, which could include crafts, dance, hiking, singing, sports and games. Each location may provide a different experience and/or serve a different portion of the community.

• Afterschool Programs typically take place from 3 – 6 p.m. on weekdays throughout the school year at Cedar Hills Recreation Center, Conestoga Recreation & Aquatic Center and Garden Home Recreation Center.
• Drop-in Childcare Programs typically take place everyday during normal business hours at Cedar Hills Recreation Center and Conestoga Recreation & Aquatic Center.
• Preschool programs typically take place at Cedar Hills Recreation Center, Conestoga Recreation & Aquatic Center, and Tualatin Hills Nature Center during morning hours on weekdays throughout the school year.

If you are interested in this opportunity, apply here (in English & Spanish).

NOTE: THPRD is dedicated to the health and well-being of all volunteers and program participants. THPRD requires volunteers serving in these positions to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 or seek a medical or religious accommodation in lieu of vaccination. You will need to confirm your vaccination information during the application process. If you are unable or unwilling to do so, THPRD has a number of other volunteer opportunities available that don't require vaccination, including all one-day event opportunities and most outdoor volunteer positions not working with groups of people.

Community Scientist (Ages 14+)

This position performs wildlife surveys and may assist with non-native species collection at designated natural area sites throughout the district. Wildlife survey programs include:

• Amphibian Egg Mass Surveys require wading into the water to count, identify and record the species and quantity of egg masses in district ponds. Volunteers must be able to perform four surveys (a minimum of two hours every two weeks) over the course of two months. The survey season is weather dependent, but generally runs February – April, with a training scheduled annually in late January or early February.
• Snapping Turtle Management focuses on walking shoreline surveys to search for, identify and trap or collect nesting snapping turtles and their eggs. Volunteers must be able to perform six surveys (a minimum of two hours every week) over the course of six weeks. The survey season is weather dependent, but generally runs May – June. Trainings for this program are scheduled on an as needed basis.
• Turtle Surveys focus on stationary shoreline surveys to search for, identify and count native and non–native turtles with binoculars. Volunteers must be able to perform 12 surveys (a minimum of one hour every week) over the course of three months. The survey season is weather dependent, but generally runs May – August, with a training scheduled annually in late April or early May.
• Bee Pollinator Surveys are available to volunteers who have completed the Oregon Bee Atlas' Bee School. Bee School a five-day native bee introduction and identification course, scheduled each summer through the Oregon State University Extension Service. Volunteers perform wild bee surveys over the course of the season, generally ranging from February through November. If you have completed Bee School, feel free to submit an application below.

If you are interested in volunteering with any of our community scientist programs, you can apply here (in English & Spanish).

NOTE: Volunteers do not need to submit vaccination information for these volunteer positions.

Coaching (Ages 18+)

District Coaches and Assistant Coaches provide an enjoyable learning environment for youth athletes involved in a variety of athletic programs, while promoting participants’ physical, social and personal development. Volunteer coaches support a variety of sports throughout the year, including:

• Basketball – Tualatin Hills Athletic Center recruits coaches and assistant coaches to support middle and high school-aged basketball leagues. Seasons run April – August and October – March. Apply here (in English & Spanish)!

• Volleyball – Tualatin Hills Athletic Center recruits coaches to support middle and high school-aged leagues during the summer and fall. Apply here (in English & Spanish)!

• Track & Field – Cedar Hills Recreation Center recruits coaches to support track & field activities. These activities take place at Beaverton-area middle schools on weeknights, from late February – early May. Apply here (in English & Spanish)!

• Cross Country – Cedar Hills Recreation Center recruits coaches to support cross country activities. These activities take place at Beaverton-area middle schools on weeknights, from late August – early November. Apply here (in English & Spanish)!

NOTE: THPRD is dedicated to the health and well-being of all volunteers and program participants. THPRD requires volunteers serving in these positions to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 or seek a medical or religious accommodation in lieu of vaccination. You will need to confirm your vaccination information during the application process. If you are unable or unwilling to do so, THPRD has a number of other volunteer opportunities available that don't require vaccination, including all one-day event opportunities and most outdoor volunteer positions not working with groups of people.

Internships (Ages 18+)

Check out volunteer and paid internships opportunities here!

NOTE: THPRD is dedicated to the health and well-being of all volunteers and program participants. THPRD requires volunteers serving in these positions to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 or seek a medical or religious accommodation in lieu of vaccination. You will need to confirm your vaccination information during the application process. If you are unable or unwilling to do so, THPRD has a number of other volunteer opportunities available that don't require vaccination, including all one-day event opportunities and most outdoor volunteer positions not working with groups of people.

Park Steward (Ages 18+)

Park Stewards receive training to provide a positive presence while walking, jogging or rolling on district trails. This position has the most flexible volunteer schedule available with a range of activities, depending on how involved you would like to be. You can opt to just walk or roll the trails regularly to greet patrons and pick up trash, plus you may have the option to help with activities that improve the site, like trail maintenance, habitat restoration, and more!

If you are interested in this opportunity, apply here (in English & Spanish).

NOTE: Volunteers do not need to submit vaccination information for these volunteer positions.

Photographer (Ages 16+)

We are always looking for budding artists and professionals to take pictures that can be used to promote the district's offerings. Volunteer photographers attend a variety of district events and programs to photograph or video record activities. You must have your own equipment and experience using this equipment, as well as experience editing photos, to qualify for this position.

If you are interested in applying to be a volunteer photographer, please send me a selection from your portfolio to review and complete a volunteer application here (in English & Spanish).

NOTE: THPRD is dedicated to the health and well-being of all volunteers and program participants. THPRD requires volunteers serving in these positions to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 or seek a medical or religious accommodation in lieu of vaccination. You will need to confirm your vaccination information during the application process. If you are unable or unwilling to do so, THPRD has a number of other volunteer opportunities available that don't require vaccination, including all one-day event opportunities and most outdoor volunteer positions not working with groups of people.

Stewardship Leader (Ages 18+)

Stewardship Leaders provide a positive and motivational presence while assisting with the supervision of youth volunteers at school service projects focused on the restoration of local natural areas. Volunteers are encouraged to develop and use leadership skills, their knowledge of local ecosystems, and interpretation skills.

If you are interested in this opportunity, apply here (in English & Spanish).

NOTE: THPRD is dedicated to the health and well-being of all volunteers and program participants. THPRD requires volunteers serving in these positions to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 or seek a medical or religious accommodation in lieu of vaccination. You will need to confirm your vaccination information during the application process. If you are unable or unwilling to do so, THPRD has a number of other volunteer opportunities available that don't require vaccination, including all one-day event opportunities and most outdoor volunteer positions not working with groups of people.

Therapeutic Recreation Volunteer (Ages 15+)

Therapeutic Recreation volunteers support staff by providing in-person guidance to teens and adults experiencing disabilities. These particular programs are year-round opportunities for compassionate volunteers who are interested in engaging program participants in games, crafts, dance, swimming and other activities to enhance participant socialization and personal well-being.

Activities are scheduled on Monday evenings at Elsie Stuhr Center, Thursday evenings at Tualatin Hills Athletic Center, and swimming activities are scheduled on an ongoing basis at Harman Swim Center (must be comfortable providing assistance in the water). If you are interested in this opportunity, apply here (in English & Spanish).

NOTE: THPRD is dedicated to the health and well-being of all volunteers and program participants. THPRD requires volunteers serving in these positions to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 or seek a medical or religious accommodation in lieu of vaccination. You will need to confirm your vaccination information during the application process. If you are unable or unwilling to do so, THPRD has a number of other volunteer opportunities available that don't require vaccination, including all one-day event opportunities and most outdoor volunteer positions not working with groups of people.

Youth Opportunities

Check out a variety of youth volunteer opportunities here, including:

• One-day Event Opportunities
• Junior Lifeguard Program
• RISE Youth Leadership Program
• International Baccalaureate (IB) & Rachel Carson Opportunities

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