Volunteer Information

Please note: All volunteer shirts are unisex, so when choosing your
size on the volunteer application, keep in mind the shirts will be a
larger make.

**Frequently Asked Questions**
                                   
           Volunteer  Job  Descriptions                            

Accomodations:                                                                                                

  - Ensure athletes, coaches and all personal property is properly
    accommodated in Athletes Village.
  - Ensure locations for VIPs and officials are prepared and secured.
  - Assist with the take down and set up of Athletes Village.

Ceremonies:

  - Prepare stage and venue for ceremonies.
  - Ensure proper lighting and pyrotechnics are in place.
  - Ensure VIP’s are properly incorporated into the ceremonies.
  - Assist in set-up of the Games torch.
  - Assist with seating VIP’s and spectators.
  - Assist in the take down of stage and equipment after ceremonies
  - Assist with seating VIP’s and spectators.                                                          

Communications:

  - Ensure high-speed Internet and fax is operating to standard at various               
     venues.
  - Assist in keeping inventory of hand-held radios and cell phones.
  - Ensure that there is a form of communication at each venue during the
     games.

Entertainment:

  - Assist entertainers as needed.
  - Liaison with outside activities and socials.
  - Supervise social events for athletes.
  - Ensure Athletes Village is equipped with entertainment supplies.

First Aid / Medical:

  - Administer First Aid and CPR when needed.                                                     
  - Assist in medical transport when needed.
  - Always be aware of the medical staff’s location.
  - Ensure medical tents are fully stocked with supplies at all times.

Food Services:

  - Prepare and serve food to athletes and volunteers.
  - Ensure eating areas are clean at all times.
  - Keep inventory record of stock and outgoing meals.
  - Assist with canteen services between meal times.
  - Aid in the clean up, after meals.

Merchandising:

  - Manage inventory of merchandise items.
  - Provide Games merchandise to athletes and
  - Volunteers.                                                                                                       
  - Assist in managing and securing cash flow at all times.
  - Ensure inventory track sheets are filled out at the end of every shift.

Protocol / VIP:

  - Meet and Greet representatives from various sponsors.
  - Aid in hosting VIP areas.
  - Help transport company representatives to various sport venues.
  - Provide direction and leadership to VIPs and the public.
  - Ensure proper use of signage and the Games logo.
  - Aid in the implementation of medal presentations.
  - Aid in the distribution of promotional materials.

Registration:

  - Manage and coordinate athletes and coach’s arrivals and departures.
  - Ensure registration database is continuously updated.
  - Meet and Greet athletes as they travel to and from various venues.
  - Ensure distribution of team identification cards and athlete kits.

Results / Information Technology:

  - Assist in Results Center set-up.
  - Coordinate runners to pick up hard copy of results at the end of each day.
  - Assist in inputting data and uploading picture to Games website on a daily basis.

Security:

  - Assist in providing security functions throughout the Games, including; 
    Athletes Village, the 7 sport venues, parking regulations, traffic control, 
  - Accreditations and ceremonies.

Set-Up / Take-Down:

  - Ensure Athletes Village is properly stocked, cleaned, and prepped for arrivals.
  - Assist with Opening and Closing Ceremonies.
  - Assist with maintenance of sport venues.
  - Oversee clean up of all venues when the games have concluded.

Sports Officials:

  - Help ensure all sports are on schedule.
  - Inform the proper authorities of any delays during competitions.
  - Help ensure all officials are in place at each venue.
  - Assist coaches and officials if problems arise.

Transportation:

  - Provide efficient and effective transportation for coaches, officials, and VIPs.
  - Ensure proper transportation of sports equipment.
  - Provide transportation for Athlete’s lunches when needed.
  - Assist the dispatch center with the coordination of vehicles and drivers.
  - Ensure all drivers are equipped with radios or cell phones at all times.

Venues:

  - Ensure all venues are fully accessible to the public and have all equipment needed.
  - Provide maintenance to venues when necessary
  - Ensure accessibility of canteen services.
  - Ensure VIP areas are provided at each venue.

Volunteer Services:

  - Assist in the coordination and training of all volunteers.
  - Set-up and take down the volunteer lounges
  - Aid in the distribution of volunteer clothing.
  - Assist with volunteer appreciation receptions.

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