Volunteers assist Atlantic County Parks in many valuable ways, such as special events, programs, and environmental maintenance.

Volunteer Opportunities Available:

The following is a general listing of volunteer needs for the Atlantic County Parks System. If you are interested, please call the Parks office at 645-5960 and ask for Karen Zindell, our volunteer coordinator. You will fill out an application, have an interview and be on your way to a very rewarding and enjoyable experience in the Parks. You will receive quarterly listings of specific needs for the quarter and advanced notice of Park events.

Environmental Education Assistant - Works exclusively with the Naturalists to teach and assist with groups. Qualified volunteers may give lectures independently. Animal care is also included in this title.

Natural Resources Technician - Works with the Naturalists on inside and outside displays related to environmental education. Can be plant or wildlife related, wildlife management projects, water conservation, field photography, cataloging resources, etc. Can also do work related to historical resources in the field, archeology, etc.

Landscape Technician - Works with the maintenance unit on grounds, flower gardens, and greenhouse duties.

Landscape Technician/ Golf Course - Works with the golf course staff on grounds, flower gardens, and greenhouse duties. Will also pick up range balls.

Recreation Technician - Works on physical projects related to recreation programs.

Recreation Assistant - Works with recreation staff in program delivery. Can also conduct/teach programs in areas specific to individual skills.

Recreation Assistant/Golf Course - Works with the golf course staff in program delivery. Can also conduct/teach programs in golf instruction to youth.

Visitor's Services Assistant - General work related to public information, office work, and duties such as receptionist.

Trail Management Teams - Organized groups working exclusively on trail creation and maintenance.