Opportunities From: Volunteer Portal | City of Hillsboro

Join us for the Harvest 5K and help create a fun, safe, and welcoming experience for runners and walkers!

Volunteers will support the event in a variety of roles, including helping at the registration table, directing participants along the course, assisting at street crossings, and cheering on runners as they make their way to the finish line.

This is a great opportunity for volunteers who enjoy being outdoors, encouraging others, and helping bring a community event to life. Volunteers should be comfortable standing for most of the shift, although you are welcome to bring a chair if needed.

The Harvest 5K takes place rain or shine, so please dress appropriately for the weather.

Date: Saturday, September 26, 2026
Time: 9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Age Requirement: 16+
Location: Outdoors
Volunteer Roles: Registration, course direction, street-crossing support, and cheering on participants

Help bring OrencoFest to life! Parks & Recreation is looking for volunteers to support a full day of fall activities, live performances, vendors, games, crafts, and more at Jerry Willey Plaza.

Volunteers will help create a fun, welcoming experience for community members throughout the event. Assignments may vary depending on event needs and could include:

Event setup and breakdown

Craft station support

Concessions support

Games and prizes

Activity zone support

General event assistance

Volunteers working at craft and activity stations should be comfortable interacting with children and families, helping manage supplies and materials, and assisting participants with activities.

Shifts

Two volunteer shifts are available:

AM Shift: 11 am–3:30 pm

PM Shift: 3–8 pm

We are looking for four volunteers per shift, for a total of eight volunteers.

Food, beverages, and breaks will be provided. Shift times include any necessary orientation, setup, or cleanup responsibilities.

What to Expect

This is an active, outdoor volunteer opportunity. Volunteers should be prepared to:

Stand and walk for extended periods

Interact with children, families, and other community members

Help move tables, chairs, tents, supplies, and other event materials

Lift up to 50 pounds as needed

Work outdoors in September weather with limited shade

Be flexible and assist where needed throughout the event

Training and instructions will be provided at the beginning of each shift.

What to Wear

Please wear:

Closed-toe shoes

Comfortable, weather-appropriate clothing

Volunteers are encouraged to bring a refillable water bottle.

Help us celebrate the Parks & Recreation staff who serve our community every day! Volunteers will support the Parks All Staff Appreciation Event at Hidden Creek Community Center and help create a welcoming, fun, and organized experience for staff.

Volunteer assignments may vary based on event needs and could include:

Assisting with bingo and other activities

Welcoming staff and helping with event check-in

Serving as an event floater to answer general questions and provide directional support

Helping with event setup and tear down

Assisting with other event needs as they arise

Volunteers will receive instructions and any necessary training when they arrive. Staff will be available throughout the event to provide guidance and support.

Commitment

Volunteers are asked to serve from 10 am–3 pm on Friday, September 4. Breaks, lunch, and beverages will be provided.

Desired Skills and Abilities

This opportunity is moderately physical and may include standing, walking, lifting light event materials, and moving between indoor and outdoor spaces.

We are looking for volunteers who are:

Friendly, welcoming, and comfortable interacting with others

Flexible and willing to help where needed

Comfortable answering basic questions and providing directions

Enthusiastic about helping create a fun and positive event

Please dress comfortably and appropriately for both indoor and outdoor activities.

Spend the day helping create a fun and active experience for youth ages 6–12 during SHARC’s No School Day program.

Volunteers will engage with youth throughout the day by leading age-appropriate games and activities, supporting staff with group management, and helping children stay involved and included. Activities may take place inside SHARC, outside in Shute Park, at the library, in the swimming pool, or during other planned adventures.

This is an active volunteer opportunity. Volunteers should be comfortable walking, standing for long periods, getting down on the ground to interact with children, being outdoors in different weather conditions, and swimming at SHARC.

Training will be provided at the start of the shift.

Join us in maintaining the beautiful Harold Eastman Rose Garden! This is a wonderful opportunity to enjoy the outdoors, meet new people, and contribute to the community. No prior knowledge of deadheading roses is needed; instructions will be provided on-site.

What to Bring:

What We Provide:

We look forward to seeing you there and appreciate your help in keeping our rose garden in pristine condition. Please sign up in advance to secure your spot.

Join us to learn all about Hillsboro's Community Emergency Response Team (CERT)!

*Attendees must attend class on BOTH October 22, 2026 and October 27, 2026*

Hillsboro’s Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) Program educates people about disaster preparedness for hazards and trains them in basic disaster response skills, such as fire safety, light search and rescue, team organization, and disaster medical operations. 

This 8-hour introductory course is offered in two, four-hour classes and is mostly in a classroom setting. This introductory course is open to anyone interested in learning how they can prepare for an emergency as well as those interested in becoming part of the Community Emergency Response Team.