Web Assistant – Community Development

Assist the Community Development department with updating their web site for ease of citizen use. Help break down planning department language into lay terms that anyone can understand and post the information in an organized and user-friendly manner. Basic web software and interface knowledge is important.

 

Library Book Sales Loaders/Assistants

Help the Friends of the San Rafael Public Library raise money for new books and materials. This is a job that requires lifting and moving boxes of books around. It may also involve sales and other activities if interested. Great for responsible teens and people who love books. Get the first crack at book sales before the crowds!

  

Teen Library Volunteers

Assist the Teen Librarian and Webmaster with various tasks in the library related to books and other materials, the teen web interface and various other tasks. Teen Librarian willing to craft positions that  match teens interested in Library activities.

 

Police Boat Volunteer

Ride the Bay on the Mission City, San Rafael’s police boat, doing enforcement work with our Police Ranger. This is hearty work and requires a full background check. There is a lot of training involved. You will need to be a good swimmer, and be willing to follow orders from the police ranger. This is serious yet fun, rewarding work. It requires a year commitment and 16 hours per month.

 

Emergency Preparedness Intern

Part-time unpaid internship position to contact local non-profit organizations regarding services they may require in the event of a disaster.  Ideally, this volunteer would have an interest in the Emergency Services field, be thorough in research and in follow-up activities. Minimum 4 month commitment.

 

Litter Education Outreach Presenter
Help San Rafael Clean with getting the word out about the harms of litter. Our Litter Hurts presentation is on tour in schools and in social clubs, teaching young people about the harms of litter, and what they can do about it on a personal level. Good presenting skills and an ability to work with young people a must. A working knowledge of laptop computers and Microsoft PowerPoint is helpful, but not necessary. Enthusiasm about the earth and ease in front of groups of people makes you the perfect candidate.

Internet Tutors

Teach Internet skills including e-mail, websites and search engines on a one-on-one basis. Thorough knowledge of PC’s, specifically the Information Superhighway is required as well as a six month commitment. Day or evening flexible hours. Tutoring will be held at San Rafael Public Library on 5th Avenue

 

Clean Campaign Ambassador

Work with San Rafael Clean Campaign at various cleanup events and with outreach to schools and the community to educate about the hazards of litter and benefits of recycling. Various days, times, skill requirements available