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Parks Court Ordered Community Service

Description:

The Parks Community Service Volunteer assists the City of Fort Collins Parks Department in the maintenance of our parks, trails and open spaces. This position involves hands-on outdoor work that contributes to the beautification of our parks, helping to ensure these areas remain clean, safe and enjoyable for our community.   

Responsibilities & Activities:

Volunteers will assist City staff with the general upkeep of parks grounds, including but not limited to: 

• Trash removal
• Horticulture maintenance including planting, pruning and watering
• General landscaping tasks such as mulching, weeding, etc.
• Other special projects as needed

Time Commitment:

• Peak Season: March through October (although projects are available during the off-season)
• Available Days: Monday through Friday
• Staff Support Hours: Staff support is available between 6 am and 3 pm

Licenses, Certifications, and Safety:

While we welcome volunteers of all skill levels, prior exposure to landscaping tools, horticulture maintenance and general turf care is helpful.

Volunteer Benefits:

• Successfully complete mandated community service hours
• Contribute to the maintenance our beautiful parks and trails 
• Learn about green-industry best practices 

Location:

Volunteers will be assigned to one of our 7 community parks or 43 neighborhood/pocket parks. If you have an interest in volunteering at a specific park, please let us know! 

Documents:

Please attach your court mandated community service documents to your application.

Interests:

Community Volunteer - Leaf Raking, Field Work - Outdoor Skills, Field Work - Gardening, Field Work - One Day Service Project

Skills:

Carpentry/Construction, Gardening