Get Involved in Your Community as
a
Kitsap County Volunteer
The Kitsap County Volunteer Program places hundreds
of people each year throughout county departments and on county and community
advisory groups. Volunteers, by generously committing their time and gift of
community spirit, extend county services. They invest energy, skills and talent
to make Kitsap County a better place to live.
- Who Can Volunteer
- How Can I Volunteer
- What Can I Expect
Who Can Volunteer
Youth over fourteen (14) years of
age, gain new skills and impact their community. Youth under eighteen must have
parental permission to volunteer in county departments. Youth under 14 may be
able to volunteer with family members. Referrals can also be made to other
community agencies which welcome youth volunteers.
Adults learn new skills or share
acquired ones while they help their neighbors and contribute to the quality of
life Kitsap County.
College Student Interns can work on
responsible projects and gain real work experience in their field. We will work
with you and your college to match you with a project or position which meets
your goals and helps you fulfill your internship requirements.
Students in high school can prepare
for the work force by gaining valuable experience and skills while they
volunteer.
Groups such as church, community
service, support, military, youth and business groups find adopting projects or
conducting programs within county departments connects them with the needs of
their neighbors.
How to Become a Volunteer (including Interns)
Click here to apply: Online Volunteer
Application
Inquire: Check out the link to the
right for Current Opportunities. If you do not see a volunteer position that
interests or suits you, check with the county's volunteer coordinator about
additional possibilities. Many departments are willing to create a position
with a volunteer's unique skills or interests in mind.
Additional Information: If you would
like more information about becoming a Kitsap County volunteer, Intern or Board
member send an email or
Contact the county's volunteer coordinator:
Rebecca Pirtle
Kitsap County Volunteer Services
614
Division Street MS-4
Port Orchard, WA 98366
Phone (360) 337-4650,
rpirtle@co.kitsap.wa.us
As a Volunteer, What Can I
Expect?
An Interview: After you apply, you
will participate in an interview to assure a successful match between you, the
department, and the job. For some short-term or one-time projects the interview
process may be waived or modified.
An Orientation: You may expect an
orientation that acquaints you with Kitsap County policies and procedures,
expectations you should have for the county, expectations the county has of you,
and general information about departments, advisory boards, and volunteer
opportunities.
Training: The department or program
with which you volunteer will provide on-the-job training, workplace safety
requirements, department procedures, and supervision to develop necessary job
skills.
Recognition: As
a Kitsap County volunteer you may expect recognition and acknowledgement for
your contribution. We appreciate the contribution of volunteers' skills and the
time they devoted to help Kitsap County provide services to the community.
THANK YOU Kitsap County Volunteers!
Evaluation and Feedback: You may
expect an evaluation of the work that you have accomplished and guidance on the
expectations of the position. As a valued volunteer, you are invited to offer
ideas and suggestions that help keep the county's programs and services in touch
with the needs of the people of Kitsap County.
