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Get Involved: City of Fort Collins Engage

Browse the advertised opportunities below to find the perfect volunteer position for you.
When you find an opportunity that interests you, you will be asked to complete a volunteer application before you are allowed to register or sign up. The applications required for specific volunteer roles are automatically assigned to each opportunity below. Some opportunities will require you to answer additional questions.

Boards & Commissions

Become part of an enthusiastic community that shares your passion. Volunteers are critical in all parts of the Boards & Commissions Department. Volunteer today!

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Cultural Resources Board

The Cultural Resources Board advises and makes recommendations to the Director of Cultural Services and the City Council for funding from the Cultural Development and Programming Account and the Tourism Programming Account (Fort Fund) and matters pertaining to the Cultural Services Department's programs, services and facilities constructed or operated by the City.

  • Meets the 4th Thursday of each month at 5:30 p.m.
Learn more...

Ready to get involved?

Apply below for the Cultural Resources Board volunteer role.

Questions? Contact Davina Lau
(970) 416-2525


Communications and Public Involvement

Become part of an enthusiastic community that shares your passion. Volunteers are critical in all parts of Communications and Public Involvement. Volunteer today!

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Direct Distribution Volunteers

City Communication will vary by issue, but one example is West Nile spraying: 

West Nile virus is a potentially deadly disease spread by mosquitoes in the mid-to-late summer months. In 2022, Colorado had more West Nile cases than any other state, and Larimer County led among Colorado counties. By sharing information about West Nile activity in the area, you will raise awareness, help residents learn ways to protect themselves and their families

Learn more...

Ready to get involved?

Apply below for the Direct Distribution Volunteers volunteer role.

Questions? Contact Amy Resseguie


Community Development & Neighborhood Services

Become part of an enthusiastic community that shares your passion. Volunteers are critical in all parts of the Neighborhood Services Department. Volunteer today!

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Adopt-A-Neighbor

The City of Fort Collins seeks willing volunteers to assist their neighbors through a variety of tasks. Volunteers will be paired with neighbors who are in need of assistance with tasks such as grocery shopping and delivery, basic errands, snow shoveling, lawn mowing, yard work, outdoor pet care/dog walking, minor outdoor home repair, and more. Volunteers can choose to perform one-time tasks with different neighbors or can commit to an ongoing relationship with a neighbor in need.

 

Learn more...

Ready to get involved?

Apply below for the Adopt-A-Neighbor volunteer role.

Questions? Contact Leonardo Escalante


Mediation & Restorative Justice

Become part of an enthusiastic community that shares your passion. Volunteers are critical in all parts of the Mediation & Restorative Justice Department. Volunteer today!

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Mediation group


Ready to get involved?

Apply below for the Mediation group volunteer role.


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Restorative Justice group


Ready to get involved?

Apply below for the Restorative Justice group volunteer role.


Municipal Court

Become part of an enthusiastic community that shares your passion. Volunteers are critical in all parts of the Municipal Court Department. Volunteer today!

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General Municipal Court Volunteer

General Municipal Court volunteer to include bailiff responsibilities and citation entry/processing

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Ready to get involved?

Apply below for the General Municipal Court Volunteer volunteer role.

Questions? Contact Marlene Brown
(970) 221-6801


Natural Areas

By becoming a volunteer with us, you are joining a long history of community commitment to conservation. Since its inception, the Natural Areas Department has engaged volunteers on every level, from education to stewardship to leadership. Volunteers help extend outreach and strengthen community involvement. We believe that volunteers are one of our most valuable resources.

Volunteer today!

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Adopt-A-Natural Area

Adopters agree to care for a natural area for one year by picking up trash and reporting maintenance issues. This program provides opportunities for citizens to take an active role in restoration efforts through stewardship.

  • Visit natural area once a month to pick up litter.
  • Report hours and maintenance issues in Engage.
  • Implement safe practices of yourself and all others involved during site visits.
  • Read more about the Natural Areas Stewardship Programs.
Learn more...

Ready to get involved?

Apply below for the Adopt-A-Natural Area volunteer role.

Questions? Contact Rachel Balduzzi


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BARK Ranger

BARK Rangers are Volunteer Ranger Assistants (VRAs) and their canines that patrol on approved Natural Areas Department properties. These volunteers and their dogs serve as a visible presence in the City of Fort Collins Natural Areas Department and serve as ambassadors promoting stewardship ethics and good dog behavior while on city trails. BARK Rangers participate in education and community outreach events.

Learn more...

Ready to get involved?

Apply below for the BARK Ranger volunteer role.

Questions? Contact Rachel Balduzzi


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Diamond Peaks

Volunteer Description Overview

Diamond Peaks Mountain Bike Patrol volunteers patrol City of Fort Collins Natural Areas and Larimer County Open Spaces on bike.

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Ready to get involved?

Apply below for the Diamond Peaks volunteer role.

Questions? Contact Rachel Balduzzi


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Volunteer Ranger Assistant

Volunteer Ranger Assistants (VRAs) serve as a visible presence in the City of Fort Collins Natural Areas and at Larimer County Parks and Open Spaces to enhance the experiences of trail users by providing information, site monitoring, and visitor assistance. VRAs work through the Ranger programs to respond to questions and inquiries, monitor trails, parks, open spaces and natural areas for visitor safety and resource protection, assess timing and types of recreational uses, administer user surveys, and alert rangers to situations that require staff attention. VRA’s may hike, bike, or ride their own horse.

Learn more...

Ready to get involved?

Apply below for the Volunteer Ranger Assistant volunteer role.

Questions? Contact Rhonda C Peckham


Parks

Become part of an enthusiastic community that shares your passion. Volunteers are critical in all parts of the Parks Department. Volunteer today!

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Ambassadors

The City of Fort Collins Forestry Division maintains over 56,000 trees on public property along streets, and in parks, cemeteries, golf courses and other City facilities. The City is seeking skill based Urban Forest Ambassadors to assist with updating inventory data, perform urban forest health assessments, tree planting events, and engage the community in spreading the value and importance of our community’s urban forest! Urban Forest Ambassadors will perform a variety of tasks including updating the inventory, assessing for structural defects or insect and disease and engaging with the Fort Collins Community. The volunteers will help us update the public tree inventory on a more frequent basis. These efforts will include the use of an iPad or smartphone, diameter tape, and educational material to complete tasks as assigned by Forestry staff. Urban Forest Ambassadors are an integral part of urban forest management that will help continue health and longevity of the urban forest for generations to come.

 

 

Learn more...

Ready to get involved?

Apply below for the Ambassadors volunteer role.

Questions? Contact Carrie Tomlinson


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Twin Silo Gardener Volunteer

Anyone with interest in gardening is welcome to join a gardening team at Twin Silo Park. Tasks will require regular bending, stooping, lifting, digging, etc. All training is provided, just come open to learning!  

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Recycling Ambassadors

Become part of an enthusiastic community that shares your passion. Volunteers are critical in all parts of the Recycling Ambassadors Department. Volunteer today!

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Recycling Ambassador

"Three-R" Enthusiasts, read on! This is the ONLY volunteer opportunity on the Front Range where you will: 

  • Make an important contribution to our community's recycling efforts.
  • Receive valuable and hands-on learning about recycling - through action, educational tours and meetings.
  • Have the opportunity to pass on your knowledge to others in the community.
Learn more...

Ready to get involved?

Apply below for the Recycling Ambassador volunteer role.

Questions? Contact Adam Egger


Senior Center

Become part of an enthusiastic community that shares your passion. Volunteers are critical in all parts of the Senior Center Department. Volunteer today!

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General

We're looking for someone to help with Audio Visual Assistance. 

 

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Ready to get involved?

Apply below for the General volunteer role.

Questions? Contact Ashley Ruffer
(970) 224-6033


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Pottery Studio Recycling

We are looking for someone to help us with our recycling needs at the Fort Collins Pottery Studio.  This person will be someone with a passion for helping the environment!  We need to develop a list of places from which we can gather certain materials that others want to recycle (such as newspapers) and will make arrangements for regular pickups of these materials.  You will also drop off some of our items to be recycled such as small propane canisters and broken pottery. You can create your own schedule for doing this recycling.

Learn more...


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Senior Center Lead Volunteer

We are looking for people who can lead a small group of volunteers during a Special Event at the Senior Center.  We will provide training and there will be a staff member with you at most events who will instruct you in the specifics of each event.  There are events scheduled throughout the year and you can choose which event you would like to help at.

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Social Dance Volunteer

We are looking for two volunteers to assist at our fun Social Dance events! These positions are ongoing, so we require volunteers willing to commit to attending on a consistent basis. 

 position #1  

  • 5pm till 7:00pm a two-hour commitment 
  • Set up water dispensers 
  • set up potluck service tables 
  • put out utensils, napkins, plates, etc., 
  • receive food from guests and set up on potluck tables. 
  • Organize guests' food containers on cart. 
  • Welcome to stay and enjoy the dance! 

 Position #2 

  • Would stay for the duration of the dance, a three hour and 45-minute commitment. 
  • 5:30 till 7:15  
  • Assist with taking tickets. 
  • Set up potluck food. 
  • Time off to enjoy the dance! 
  • 8:30 till 9: 15 
  • Oversee guests retrieving their containers. 
  • Clean potluck tables 

 Training will be provided at first event. 

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The Farm at Lee Martinez Park

Become part of an enthusiastic community that shares your passion. Volunteers are critical in all parts of the The Farm & Northside Aztlan Community Center Department. Volunteer today!

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Farm Volunteer


Ready to get involved?

Apply below for the Farm Volunteer volunteer role.


The Lincoln Center

Without our amazing Volunteers, we couldn't do what we do!  We love our Volunteers and can't wait to welcome you into our phenomenal program.  Apply today!

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Educational Experiences

The Lincoln Center provides opportunities for educational experiences for local students and teachers.  If you would like to set up an Informational Interview, a Tour, Job Shadow, Volunteer Experience, or a High School Capstone Project, please contact our Front of House Coordinator, Tyler Davis, at tdavis@fcgov.com or (970) 221-6260.  



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Lincoln Center Intern

This position allows High School and College students in the greater Fort Collins area to observe and participate in the management of a Performing Arts Venue including Volunteer Management, House Managing, Theater Operations, Administration, and Client Coordination.  The purpose of this position is to assist students looking to work in a Performing Arts Venue or as a Volunteer Manager to gain critical experience and knowledge that can help guide their career path and find work in their chosen field. 


Ready to get involved?

Apply below for the Lincoln Center Intern volunteer role.

Questions? Contact Tyler Davis


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Performance Volunteers

Volunteers are an extremely important and essential part of the Lincoln Center family.  We rely on our Volunteers to be our eyes and ears and to assist patrons in navigating and participating in the many performances and events we offer.  Volunteers get exposed to a wide array of artistic and professional endeavors including theatrical performances, dance productions, art gallery installations, concerts, and community events.  While Volunteers get to enjoy a majority of the presentations that they work, the emphasis is providing our patrons with a professional and enjoyable experience that makes them want to return time and time again.  

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Not Accepting Applications

The application window has now closed for the 23/24 season.  We will begin taking applications again in March of next year.  Our interview process begins in June or July and our mandatory Volunteer training will take place in late August or early September.  Thank you for your interest in joining our team!


Utilities

Become part of an enthusiastic community that shares your passion. Volunteers are critical in all parts of the Utilities Department. Volunteer today!

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Utilities Community Engagement

The Community Engagement Team is looking for qualified educators to support water education programs.

 

Contact Kellie Gorman with questions and interest.

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Xeriscape Garden Club

Join us this summer in the  Xeriscape Demonstration Gardens at City Hall. Meet new friends while learning about plants and maintaining the gardens. We welcome folks of all abilities, no horticultural experience is necessary.  Children are welcome with a chaperone. Gloves, tools and (most importantly) snacks are provided. 
Learn more...

Ready to get involved?

Apply below for the Xeriscape Garden Club volunteer role.

Questions? Contact Emma Pett


Volunteer Services

Become part of an enthusiastic community that shares your passion. Volunteers are critical in all parts of Volunteer Services. Volunteer today!

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Citywide Community Engagement

Community Engagement Volunteers are trained in education and outreach techniques to support staff in disseminating information and gaining feedback from the community on department-specific programs. Volunteers will be trained as content experts on various City priorities to answer questions and facilitate meaningful discussions at City-sponsored events.

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Ready to get involved?

Apply below for the Citywide Community Engagement volunteer role.

Questions? Contact Sue Schafer


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HR Admin Volunteer

Assist Human Resources in daily admin tasks such as answering phones and greeting visitors

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Ready to get involved?

Apply below for the HR Admin Volunteer volunteer role.

Questions? Contact Sue Schafer


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Special Events Volunteer

The City of Fort Collins hosts a number of events throughout the year with the goal of engaging the community in fun, family-friendly experiences. Special events generally consist of activity booths, educational activities, vendor sales, music, etc. Special Event Volunteers will assist with all aspects of event management including set up/tear down, hosting booths, running activities, assisting with refreshments, and/or offering shuttle service. Due to the similarity of Special Events, volunteers can move easily between departments for a wide variety of experiences.

Learn more...

Ready to get involved?

Apply below for the Special Events Volunteer volunteer role.

Questions? Contact Sue Schafer


Youth Programs

Become part of an enthusiastic community that shares your passion. Volunteers are critical in all parts of the Recreation Youth Education Department. Volunteer today!

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Water Safety Aide

Assist instructors with swim lessons by creating a fun learning environment for participants.  This is a great opportunity for youth volunteers 14 and older.


Ready to get involved?

Apply below for the Water Safety Aide volunteer role.

Questions? Contact Sophie Anders


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Youth Instructor Assistants

Assist Recreation Instructors with youth classes.

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Ready to get involved?

Apply below for the Youth Instructor Assistants volunteer role.

Questions? Contact Lisa Freeman
(970) 416-2528


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