Volunteer at Capital Public Radio!

Love Capital Public Radio? Passionate about groundbreaking community and world-wide news coverage? Curious what's going on in the world of Classical and Jazz music? Volunteer at Capital Public Radio! Some of our volunteers even go on to pursue their volunteer areas professionally, so whether you're interested in a radio broadcasting career or just want to get involved, Capital Public Radio is the perfect place to volunteer your time and energy.  At Capital Public Radio we love volunteers, and we couldn't make this place run without them.  Station volunteers contribute more than 4,000 hours each year, with nearly half of that time during on-air fund drives.

Why Volunteer at Capital Public Radio?

• Discover what goes on at Capital Public Radio behind the scenes
• Support Capital Public Radio's Mission
• Meet others who are passionate about news and information, classical and jazz music
• Gain valuable, hands-on experience
• Network with professionals and other volunteers
• Attend special events free of charge in exchange for volunteering your time
• Receive a free station branded volunteer shirt

What do Volunteers Do?

Volunteer opportunities are available year-round in many different departments.  Some positions require a mandatory training prior to volunteering. "One-shot" opportunities are also available.

Please note that we experience our highest volume of volunteer needs during the weeks leading up to, during and after our On-Air Fund Drives. Our next On-Air Fund Drives runs from Friday, September 27 - Friday, October 4, 2013.

Membership Department Gratitude Ambassador: This volunteer position works directly with our Membership staff and other volunteers to make thank you calls and write personal thank you notes to donors. Training will be provided.

• Qualifications and Responsibilities: 
  • Must be detail oriented and an independent self-starter
  • Must have a passion for the mission and vision of Capital Public Radio
  • Must be comfortable making phone calls - to thank and welcome donors to the Capital Public Radio community of members
  • Must have clear hand writing and be comfortable writing thank you cards to thank and welcome donors to the Capital Public Radio community of members.
  • 1-3 hours weekly, 2 months minimum commitment required

Membership Department Direct Mail Assistant: This volunteer position works directly with our Membership staff and other volunteers stuffing envelopes, processing thank-you letters, thank you gifts and other crucial administrative tasks related to Member Services. 

• Qualifications and Responsibilities:
  • Must be detail oriented and an independent self-starter
  • Must be capable of sitting and completing repetitive administrative tasks
  • 2-4 hours weekly, 4 months minimum commitment required

Membership Department Data Assistant: The Membership Department seeks and manages membership and gifts from individuals and foundations to support programs throughout Capital Public Radio.  The Membership Department volunteer position is an excellent opportunity for applicants interested in gaining experience in fundraising and development.

• Qualifications and Responsibilities:
  • Must be detail oriented and an independent self-starter
  • Helps process direct mail, gift processing and various other donor centered projects
  • The Membership Department Assistant may interact with sensitive personal information, therefore a high level of professionalism and discretion are a must
  • Familiarity with computers and Microsoft Office programs is necessary
  • Experience with data processing will be helpful in understand the process
  • 2-4 hours weekly, 4 months minimum commitment required

Community Outreach and Event Team: Capital Public Radio hosts various events throughout the year such as our annual used record/CD/DVD sale, community forums, lectures, concerts and donor stewardship events. Outreach volunteers are also needed to staff information tables at a range of community events and festivals, such as the Pacific Rim Festival and the Sacramento Music Festival. Volunteers at these events ensure that our visitors and donors have a pleasant experience.

• Qualification and Responsibilities
  • Strong understanding and supporter of the mission and vision of Capital Public Radio
  • Emphasis on customer service and positive communication skills
  • Offers hands-in experience in event management, planning and working with listeners and donors
  • Comfortable in a fast paced, possibly crowded environment
  • Must be reliable, respectful and attentive
  • 2-4 hours weekly, 4 months minimum commitment required

  • PLEASE NOTE: Some outreach events may require a mandatory training.

"One-Shot" Volunteer Opportunities: Interested in assisting Capital Public Radio staff members with occasional fun and exciting programs and special events on an as-needed basis?  Please email Julia Robinson at julia.robinson@csus.edu if you would like to be added to our One-Shot mailing list.  When we have a project that needs help or a program that comes up, we'll contact you via email with the specifics.  Must be at least 18 years old for selected projects.

How Do I Apply?

Applications are accepted on a rolling basis throughout the year.  To begin the application process, fill out our online application form and you will receive an email acknowledgement when we receive your application.  Due to the high volume of applications, it may take us up to two weeks for us to respond to inquiries. We appreciate your patience in waiting for our response. Once your application is reviewed and selected, we will contact you to set up a phone interview and schedule training if applicable.

Questions?

Contact Julia Robinson at julia.robinson@csus.edu or (916) 278-8934