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 Volunteer/Intern Application

*Note that Public Health, Sheriff's Office, Victim Assistance and Dog Shelter utilize their own applications. Visit the Ongoing Opportunities page to find these program specific applications.

Advisory Board Application

Email volunteer@co.marion.or.us to request a hardcopy or fillable PDF application.
  • Current Volunteers

New Volunteer Orientation

Once placement is confirmed, these e-learning modules for new volunteers must be completed within 15 days of start date.

Volunteer Account Access

Create/access a volunteer account to:

  • Update Contact Information
  • Review Assignments
  • Track Hours and more
Instructions for setting up your Volunteer Info Center account.

Volunteer Exit Survey

Has your volunteer time come to an end? Please take a moment to provide feedback about your experience.

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New Volunteer Opportunities

Volunteerism plays an important role here at Marion County, helping to build our relationship with citizens while building our capacity to deliver important services and supports. We are fortunate as we benefit from a community committed to civic engagement, and many volunteers make significant contribution in time, energy and expertise.

Marion County offers a wide variety of program and event volunteer opportunities, as well as opportunities to serve on an advisory boards, committee or task force. Opportunities vary by department, and by the time of the year, and evolve.Summary of Marion County Volunteer Opportunities.pdf

Spotlight on a current volunteer opportunities:

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IDDAC Oppty Nov2024.pngWe are accepting applications to serve on the Marion County Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities Advisory Committee (IDDAC). The IDDAC supports the effective development and operations of the IDD services in Marion County. Committee members have unique knowledge, expertise, or personal experience around intellectual developmental disabilities needs and services. Community members are invited to apply for the following represented positions: Service provider; Advocate; Community partner; and Client or family of a client. Read more hereIDDAC Nov 2024 Media Release.pdf. To be considered for the IDDAC, submit your Advisory Board Application to volunteer@co.marion.or.us no later than 11:59pm on Friday, November 22, 2024.

Find a Volunteer Opportunity:

  • Visit the Ongoing Opportunities page for a list of volunteer opportunities by department. 
  • Visit Advisory Boards to find more information about open positions on an advisory board, commission, or committee. Eligibility requirements vary by board, but generally applicants must work or live in Marion County to be considered for appointment to any advisory board.
  • Visit Intern Opportunities for information on opportunities for students enrolled in an academic institution.


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