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Flexible Schedule
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Salem, OR 97301
A great tour guide can spark curiosity for a lifetime! Many Oregonians vividlly remember their school field trip to the Capitol- Seeing the rotunda, climbing the stairs to the Gold Man, and learning about their government. You can be a part of those memories! Visitor Services at the Oregon State Capitol relies heavily on volunteers to facilitate our school, public building, and other tour experiences. Guides share building history, Oregon history, the legislative process, and more. Not a expert? No problem! We have a robust guide training program. Tour guides are also welcome to pursue professional certification through the National Association of Interpretive Guides to become a Certified Intepretive Guide which is a lifelong endorsement and transferrable through many historic, natural, and cultural sites. As a guide, you'll gain valuable skills like: Public Speaking Knowledge of the Legislative Process Group logistics Interpretive Programming Reading your Audience Oregon History And, if you opt to be one of our tower tour guides: Stairmaster skills! (Tour guides are not required to climb the tower - this is just an option) Becoming a Capitol Tour guide is a great way to build your resume if pursuing musuem, performance, education, and many other fields! Guides can be in-person or virtual.
Date Posted: 2025-05-15
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Flexible Schedule
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Virtual Opportunity
Help students across Oregon connect to their democracy and our State's History! As a virtual tour guide at the Oregon State Capitol, you'll host tours over Microsoft Teams using our virtual 360 degree high resolution platform. We will train you in Capitol history, messaging, our tech, and support you as you provide tours. Desired skills: Web-based meeting experience Interest in history, government, and/or Oregon We will provide you: A chance to inspire the next generation of Oregonians to be civically engaged Hands-on training, resources, and ongoing support Resume building experience in leading tours, being in a virtual "classroom" Optional Certified Interpretive Guide certification through the National Association for Interpretation, all costs covered. If local, opportunity to lead in-person tours at the Capitol as well Sound interesting? Reach out!
Date Posted: 2025-05-30
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Flexible Schedule
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Salem, OR 97301
Are you interested in Oregon's legislative process? Do you like meeting diverse visitors, legislators, and travelers from around the country and world? Want to learn more about Oregon's history? The Oregon State Capitol's Visitor Services department needs you! Visit Engage - Volunteer - Visit the Oregon Capitol to learn more and apply. Visitor Services Volunteers may serve on an ongoing basis or for a single special event. We have varied volunteer opportunities including: Tour Guide: Lead groups from 4th graders to foreign dignitaries, sharing the history of the Capitol and informing guests how they can participate in the legislative process. Lead the seasonally offered 121-step climb to the Oregon Pioneer (optional for volunteers.) Information Kiosk: Greet, direct, and provide information for visitors. Answer main Visitor Services phone inquiries and refer calls appropriately. Capitol Store: Assist in the retail store including; cashier, merchandising and inventory processing. Legislative Usher: Serve as usher during legislative session in the House or Senate Gallery. Special Events: Oregon's Birthday Celebration, Cherry Blossom Day, Asian and Pacific Islander Day, Multicultural Day, Hispanic Heritage Day, Oregon's Bounty, Holidays at the Capitol, and more!
Date Posted: 2025-05-15
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Flexible Schedule
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Salem, OR 97301
As part of Visitor Services, the Oregon State Capitol Store serves Capitol occupants and visitors every weekday from 9am-4pm. Volunteers process orders, stock shelves, get first look at new, specialty mechandise, and learn more about the legislature. Every day, you'll see State Representatives and Senators grabbing lunch, buying gifts for staff, or outfitting their desks with the perfect accessory. You'll help visiting schools buy their souvenirs. You'll chat with visitors from all over the country and world hoping to take home a little piece of Oregon. You'll gain skills like: Merchandising Cash Handling Customer Service Using a Point of Sale (POS) Understanding the Legislative Process
Date Posted: 2025-05-15