New Volunteer Opportunities

Mental Health Advisory Committee

Marion County is seeking individuals who are interested in improving our community's health through board leadership. Committee members will have unique knowledge, expertise, or personal experience in the area of community behavioral health program needs and services. Read more here. Use the Advisory Board Application to be considered for this advisory board. Members are appointed to 4 year terms, and will meet at least 10 times in a calendar year.

Local Alcohol & Drug Planning Committee

Marion County is seeking individuals who are interested in improving our community's health through board leadership. The Local Alcohol and Drug Planning Committee makes recommendations to the Marion County Mental Health Advisory Committee on matters related to alcoholism, alcohol and drug abuse, and drug addiction. The committee addresses education, treatment, prevention, rehabilitation, law enforcement, criminal justice and law reform. Find out more here.  Use the Advisory Board Application to be considered for this committee. Members are appointed to 4 year terms, and will meet at least 10 times in a calendar year.

Policy & Engagement Intern

The Policy & Engagement Intern will assist with local government public policy issues, helping to promote public engagement and collaboration with residents, businesses, and other government agencies.  As an intern with the Board of Commissioners Office, interns will also learn local government systems, legal requirements of public bodies, and conduct research on various policy issues.

Solid Waste Management Advisory Council

Marion County is recruiting for four open positions on the Solid Waste Management Advisory Council (SWMAC). SWMAC is a sixteen-member advisory council that makes recommendations on waste reduction and disposal policy issues.  The Council is made up of citizens-at-large (50%) and businesses and industry representatives (50%).  Members meet once per month (4th Tuesday) in a formal setting to discuss policies on how to reduce both waste flow and toxicity in our county. Members must be 18 years of age, and are appointed to 4-year terms.  We are currently recruiting for three citizen-at-large positions and one business/industry position representing a Chamber of Commerce.  Use the Advisory Board Application  to be considered for a position with SWMAC. Find out more about Marion County Solid Waste Management Advisory Council here. 

Environmental Services, Public Works Storm Drain Marking

Volunteers will learn about the storm water system in Marion County while installing storm water drain markers, and mapping their location. Interested individuals who are able to work independently, walk and stand for long periods of time, and use a caulking gun can apply here. In order to fill this volunteer position, applicants  must have the ability to pick up supplies at our Public Works location in Salem, and drive to various locations throughout Marion County.