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Volunteer Information

VOLUNTEER WITH US!
Largo's Recreation, Parks and Arts Volunteer program includes over 300 registered volunteers performing more than 50 different jobs. If you're interested in volunteering, fill out an interest form. Current volunteers log your hours here.

ATHLETICS
CENTRAL PARK PERFORMING ARTS CENTER (CPPAC)
COMMUNITY CENTER
HIGHLAND RECREATION
LARGO GOLF COURSE
NATURE PARKS
SOUTHWEST RECREATION
SPECIAL EVENTS

ATHLETICS VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
12500 131st St N | Call (727)518-3024 for more information | Interest Form


Softball Scorekeeper

Stay active and involved by scorekeeping adult slow pitch softball. Essential responsibilities include taking batting lineups & keeping score of the game. Scorekeepers will also be responsible for starting the game clock.

The position will be weeknights only. Maximum three games per night beginning at 6:30pm. No previous experience required! Just have an interest in sports and you will be able to excel in this position.


CENTRAL PARK PERFORMING ARTS CENTER VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
105 Central Park Dr | Call (727)587-6751 for more information | Interest Form

Ushers

Ushers are responsible for assisting CPPAC staff with patron safety and security by helping to direct patrons to their seats, monitoring the theatre for issues or emergencies, and supervising the lobby doors. Ushers must be able to provide excellent customer service, remain calm and act quickly in the event of an issue or emergency, and stand for about an hour. Ushers are located in three sections of the theatre: at the base of reserved seating, several aisles up in reserved seating, and on either side of Orchestra VIP seating (if applicable). Some ushers may be asked to hand out programs to patrons, if needed.

Ticket Takers
Ticket takers are responsible for greeting patrons and allowing them into the theatre after verifying their tickets. They must be able to provide excellent customer service and stand for about thirty minutes. They are located at either entrance to the theatre.

Concessions Sales
Concessions volunteers are responsible for serving food and beverage refreshments to patrons in a typically fast-paced environment. They must be able to provide excellent customer service, work quickly and accurately, handle cash sales, and closely follow CPPAC policies and procedures. In addition, they must have solid communication and organizational skills, and a working knowledge of basic mixed drinks. They are located in the Concessions area and are open an hour prior to performance time, as well as during intermission (if applicable).

Box Office Will Call
Will Call volunteers are responsible for assisting CPPAC staff with handing out will call tickets—tickets which have already been paid for. They should be able to provide excellent customer service and follow CPPAC policies and procedures for ticket retrieval. They spend the duration of their shift in the Box Office with a staff member.

COMMUNITY CENTER VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
400 Alt Keene Rd | Call (727)518-3131 for more information | Interest Form

Greeter and Snack Bar Assistant
To contribute to the quality of customer service provided at the Community Center by assuming some of the responsibility for front line contact with participants and visitors. The Greeter/Snack Bar Assistant will accomplish this by maintaining a positive and welcoming presence at the Greeter/Snack Bar station during all shifts, initiating contact with each entering patron or visitor, warmly engaging with individuals who have questions about the Center and its programs and providing efficient and friendly service during all transactions.

Tour Guide

Tour Guides will accomplish this by learning a short “script” about the facility highlighting the innovations in design and many uses of the building. They will also stay current on regularly scheduled programs and special events to provide the most current information to all guests.

Decorating Crew
To assist staff with decorating the facility seasonally and the ballroom or other areas for special events.

Kitchen Crew
To reduce the burden of extra staffing during large food oriented events and help keep these types of programs cost effective. The Kitchen Crew member will accomplish this by agreeing to work a minimum of one, four hour shift per month, arriving in a timely fashion as scheduled and assisting the Senior Program Specialist as directed.

Ambassadors
To assist staff with promotion of Community Center programs at area apartments, mobile home parks, condo associations and independent/assisted living complexes.

The Volunteer Ambassadors will accomplish this by making sure that all marketing materials for the Community Center (ex: Largo Lantern, Play! catalog, fliers, etc.) are current and easily available for other residents. The Ambassadors will touch base regularly with our Recreation Leader to learn detailed information about upcoming programs and events. Ambassadors will actively look for opportunities to speak with personally or invite members of the Largo Recreation, Parks and Arts Department to speak with residents about upcoming recreation or education opportunities.


HIGHLAND RECREATION COMPLEX VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
400 Highland Ave. NE | Call (727)518-3016 for more information | Interest Form

Childcare Assistant Volunteer
Assist at Highland Recreations Child Care program to include prepping and implementing crafts and group activities, clerical work, and light cleaning/organizing in the childcare setting. This position will receive direction from the Child Care Director. Having a passion for children is a plus. The Child Care Assistant will never be alone with children.

Fitness Room Assistant
The Fitness Room Assistant will aide in ensuring our fitness room, walking track and FUNctional training room are always clean, organized, and appropriate use of equipment and rules are followed in these areas. This position will also assist in simple check in at the front desk for patrons that are arriving to work out.

Greeter Volunteer
As a volunteer,  you will contribute to the quality of customer service provided at Highland Recreation by assuming some of the responsibility for front line contact with participants and visitors during busier times. The greeter will accomplish this by maintaining a positive and welcoming presence, initiating contact with each entering patron or visitor, warmly engaging with individuals who have questions about the center, its programs and directing them to the correct area. The Greeter will provide tours of the facility also, stay current on regularly scheduled programs and special events.

Pickleball/Badminton Assistant Volunteer
This position requires knowledge of Pickleball and Badminton to assist during beginner level times. You’ll be introducing the game to newcomers and give them basic instruction of how the game is played such as equipment used and rules. This position will also assist in set up and break down of nets and game equipment. 

Preschool Assistant Volunteer
Assist at Highland Recreation’s Preschool program to include prepping crafts, clerical work and light cleaning/organizing in the preschool room. This position will receive direction from the Preschool Teachers. Having a passion for children is a plus. The Preschool Assistant will never be alone with children. 

Largo Teen Volunteer
Responsible for the setup and or tear down of events (Tables, chairs, equipment). Sell drinks at major Largo Central Park events. Provide crafts, games, and support staff with special events throughout the year. Community clean up of local parks. Monthly meetings during the school year. Other duties as assigned.


LARGO GOLF COURSE VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
12500 131st St N | Call (727)518-3024 for more information | Interest Form

Starter

Responsible for the set up and or closing of the course, starting golfers from the first tee and making sure all golfers are paid and keeping golfers informed of rules and regulations.

Ranger
Responsible for directing the flow of traffic on the course, enforcing facility rules, assisting customers with course etiquette, alerting management to any golf course problems and assist players with any course problems.

Light Maintenance
Assist with preparing and maintaining golf course greens, fairways, and any cleanup required around the golf course.

NATURE PARKS VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
11901 146th St N | Call (727)518-3047 for more information | Interest Form

Bird of Prey Volunteer

Duties include the cleaning of our hawk, owl and eagle habitats/cages, washing water and feed bowls, preparing food and handling the birds for education and enrichment.

Park Maintenance Volunteer
Duties include light trimming of bushes and small trees, pulling weeds around the bird habitats, or litter cleanup around the nature center.

SOUTHWEST RECREATION COMPLEX VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
13120 Vonn Rd | Call (727)518-3125 for more information | Interest Form

Tennis Court Maintenance Volunteer
To contribute to the maintenance of the clay tennis courts at the Southwest Recreation Complex by assuming some of the responsibility for assisting with daily upkeep tasks. Tennis court maintenance assistant will assist with the daily upkeep and maintenance of the 8 clay tennis courts at the Southwest Recreation Complex. The tennis courts must be brushed and lined each day. This person will also assist with other tasks such as pulling weeds, clearing side walks of clay, cleaning clay from drains, etc.

Youth Athletic League Coach Volunteer
Youth athletic league coaches will assist with coaching teams for our 6 week long recreational sport leagues. The sports rotate between basketball, cheerleading, flag football, and arena flag football. Coaches are responsible for teaching children the fundamentals of these sports in a safe environment that promotes good sportsmanship. Practices are held on Tuesdays between 6-9p and games are held on Thursdays between 6-9p.


SPECIAL EVENTS VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
101 Central Park Dr | Call (727)587-6740 x5014 for more information | Interest Form

Greeter & VIP Area

Volunteer will keep VIP Area stocked with snacks/drinks, clean and presentable and also check badges for admittance. Volunteer will be Customer Friendly and provide top notch service to our special VIPs.

Activity Guide
Volunteer will run or assist with running an activity, during the event. Activities vary per event, but could include arts and crafts, inflatables, face painting, etc. Volunteer should never leave area unattended.

Set-Up & Tear Down
Volunteer will assist staff in setting up or tearing down an event, including decorations, tables, chairs, activities.

Survey Taker
Volunteer will help pass out surveys about the event, to promote feedback on how to create better Memorable Experiences.