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THANK YOU FOR YOUR INTEREST IN VOLUNTEERING AT THE IDAHO GREEN EXPO. WE ARE NOT YET READY TO ACCEPT VOLUNTEERS FOR THE 2012 EXPO. PLEASE CHECK BACK HERE IN MAY. If you have any questions about volunteering, please send an email to marisa@idahogreenexpo.org. Volunteer Opportunities
Move-In Assistant / Loading Dock Friday, May 13th 3 Shifts: 11:30 – 3:00 pm (8 volunteers) 2:30 – 5:30 pm (12 volunteers) 5:00 – 8:00 pm (7 volunteers) Age Requirement: 18+ Description: As a Move-In Assistant/Loading Dock volunteer you will be helping exhibitors unload their vehicles and transport items from the loading dock to their booth space. Volunteers in this area will also help the Idaho Green Expo staff with various tasks associated with setting up the event, such as putting up signage. Must be able follow directions, possibly lift heavy objects and be prepared for constant physical activity.
Greeter Saturday, May 14th 3 Shifts: 9:30 – 12:30 pm (6 volunteers) 12:00 – 4:00 pm (6 volunteers) 3:30 – 7:00 pm (6 volunteers)) Age Requirement: 16+ Description: Volunteers will be stationed in the Lobby, and at the main entrance of the Boise Centre, greeting individuals, handing out Program Guides, keeping tally of how many visit the Expo, and possibly staffing computers - assisting people in signing up to become GreenWorks Members. Volunteers will also need to answer basic questions regarding the Expo. Be prepared to spend a lot of time on your feet. Volunteers in this area must have a cheerful disposition, be enthusiastic, and comfortable interacting with the public! Workshop Assistants Saturday, May 14th 3 Shifts: 10:30 – 1:30 pm (2 volunteers) 1:00 – 4:00 pm (2 volunteers) 3:30 – 6:30 pm (2 volunteers) Age Requirement:16+ Description: Workshop Assistants will help prepare the Workshop rooms for presentations, keep time for presenters, and greet participants as they arrive. You will also need to supervise guests leaving promptly at the end of Workshops so the guests coming for the following Workshop can get in and be seated. You will need to be available to run errands as needed and answer some basic questions about the Expo. Be prepared to spend time on your feet. A friendly, cheerful disposition is a must! Zero Waste/Green Recycling Team Saturday, May 14th 2 Shifts: 12:00 – 4:00 pm (2 volunteers) 4:00 – 8:00 pm (2 volunteers) Age Requirement: 16+ Description: Volunteers will assist the Idaho Green Expo in maximizing its sustainability goals by diverting as much waste from the landfill as possible. Volunteers will ensure that attendees deposit their waste/recycling in the proper bins at the Resource Recovery Stations, which will be stationed indoors and possibly outdoors. This is a number one priority at the Idaho Green Expo and volunteers must maintain an organized and unpolluted Resource Recovery Station. Be prepared to spend a lot of time on your feet and possibly working outside. Merchandise Booth / GreenWorks Info Saturday, May 14th 3 Shifts: 9:30 – 12:30 pm (2 volunteers) 12:00 – 4:30 pm (2 volunteers) 4:00 – 7:00 pm (2 volunteers) Age Requirement: 18+ Description: Volunteers will assist Idaho Green Expo staff with stocking and selling Expo merchandise and raffle tickets and will have some money handling responsibilities. Volunteers may also be asked some basic questions by attendees about the Expo. A honest person with a friendly, cheerful disposition is a must. Eco-Kids Volunteers Saturday, May 14th 2 Shifts: 11:00 – 2:00pm (1 volunteers) 2:00 – 5:00pm (1 volunteers) Age Requirement: 16+ Description: Eco-Kid volunteers will help facilitate kid’s programs throughout their shift, and make sure parents do not leave their children unattended (parents must stay in Eco-Kid’s Zone with children). Volunteers should be comfortable working with children and with assisting in implementing various children’s programs. Volunteers also help focus attention on presenters, welcome presenters, and assist the Eco-Kid’s Area Coordinator. Teachers are encouraged to volunteer. Plan on spending a lot of time on your feet! Expo "Rover" Saturday, May 14th 3 Shifts: 11:00 – 2:00pm (2 volunteers) 1:30 - 4:30 (2 volunteers) 4:00 – 7:00pm (2 volunteers) Age Requirement: 18+ Description: A Rover is a person who roves; a wanderer. Expo Rover volunteers will be the primary back up for any and all situations. Rovers will be stationed in the Volunteer room, ready to assist the Expo staff where needed and must be very flexible. Please be prepared to help either inside the convention center or outside in the plaza. Plan on spending a lot of time on your feet. A friendly, cheerful disposition is a must!
Greeter Sunday, May 15th 2 Shifts: 10:30 – 2:30 pm (6 volunteers) 1:30 – 5:00 pm (6 volunteers) Age Requirement: 16+ Description: Volunteers will be stationed in the Lobby, and at the main entrance of the Boise Centre, greeting individuals, handing out Program Guides, keeping tally of how many visit the Expo, and possibly staffing computers - assisting people in signing up to become GreenWorks Members. Volunteers will also need to answer basic questions regarding the Expo. Be prepared to spend a lot of time on your feet. Volunteers in this area must have a cheerful disposition, be enthusiastic, and comfortable interacting with the public! Workshop Assistants Sunday, May 15th 2 Shifts: 10:30 – 2:30 pm (2 volunteers) 2:00 – 5:00 pm (2 volunteers) Age Requirement: 16+ Description: Workshop Assistants will help prepare the Workshop rooms for presentations, keep time for presenters, and greet participants as they arrive. You will also need to supervise guests leaving promptly at the end of Workshops so the guests coming for the following Workshop can get in and be seated. You will need to be available to run errands as needed and answer some basic questions about the Expo. Be prepared to spend time on your feet. A friendly, cheerful disposition is a must! Zero Waste/Green Recycling Team Sunday, May 15th 2 Shifts: 12:00 – 4:00 pm (2 volunteers) 4:00 – 8:00 pm (2 volunteers) Age Requirement: 16+ Description: Volunteers will assist the Idaho Green Expo in maximizing its sustainability goals by diverting as much waste from the landfill as possible. Volunteers will ensure that attendees deposit their waste/recycling in the proper bins at the Resource Recovery Stations, which will be stationed indoors and possibly outdoors. This is a number one priority at the Idaho Green Expo and volunteers must maintain an organized and unpolluted Resource Recovery Station. Be prepared to spend a lot of time on your feet and possibly working outside. Merchandise Booth/GreenWorks Information - Inside Sunday, May 15th 3 Shifts: 10:30 – 1:00 pm (2 volunteers) 12:30 – 3:00 pm (2 volunteers) 2:30 – 5:00 pm (2 volunteers) Age Requirement: 18+ Description: Volunteers will assist Idaho Green Expo staff with stocking and selling Expo merchandise and Raffle tickets and will have some money handling responsibilities. Volunteers may also be asked some basic questions by attendees about the Expo. A honest person with a friendly, cheerful disposition is a must! Eco-Kids Volunteers Sunday, May 15th 2 Shifts: 11:00 – 2:00 pm (1 volunteer) 2:00 – 5:00 pm (1 volunteer) Age Requirement: 16+ Description: Eco-Kid volunteers will help facilitate kid’s programs throughout their shift, and make sure parents do not leave their children unattended (parents must stay in Eco-Kid’s Zone with children). Volunteers should be comfortable working with children and with assisting in implementing various children’s programs. Volunteers also help focus attention on presenters, welcome presenters, and assist the Eco-Kid’s area coordinator. Teachers are encouraged to volunteer. Plan on spending a lot of time on your feet! Expo "Rover" Sunday, May 15th 2 Shifts: 11:00 am - 3:00 pm (2 volunteers) 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm (2 volunteers) Age Requirement: 18+ Description: A Rover is a person who roves; a wanderer. Expo Rover volunteers will be the primary back up for any and all situations. Rovers will be stationed in the Volunteer room, ready to assist the Expo staff where needed and must be very flexible. Please be prepared to help either inside the convention center or outside in the plaza. Plan on spending a lot of time on your feet. A friendly, cheerful disposition is a must.
Move-Out / Loading Dock Sunday, May 15th 2 Shifts: 4:30 – 8:00 pm (10 volunteers) (free water bottle, plus t-shirt) 5:30 – 7:00 pm (2 volunteers) Age Requirement: 18+ Description: Move-Out volunteers will help the Expo staff with all tasks associated with helping Exhibitors to move out and possibly help to manage the flow of traffic on the street. Volunteers will help us make sure no exhibitor attempts to leave before the event closes at 5:00 pm. Volunteers will assist exhibitors in transporting items from their booth to the loading dock, and into their vehicles, and to help clean-up the exhibit hall and possibly help to take down signage. Volunteers must be able to follow directions, possibly lift heavy objects and be prepared for constant physical activity! Volunteers that can give and take directions, and stay calm, are very desirable.
For more information, please contact our Volunteer Coordinator:
Marisa Weppner marisa@idahogreenexpo.org |
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