Volunteering

Jackson County Parks + Rec is pleased to be a partner in and a source for “FUNtastic”  volunteer events and projects. Volunteering in beautiful settings like Jackson County Parks means engaging your family and friends in creating a one of a kind experience.

Volunteer Opportunities

2024 VOLUNTEER BENEFITS(PDF, 583KB)

We have volunteer opportunities for everyone, from Adopt-A-Programs to Historic Sites, Recreation, Special Populations, Golf Course, Lakes and more! And while you are creating all those wonderfully warm memories, you leave the parks you care for just a little better than you found it. If you have a passion for the outdoors, contact us to learn about the array of available volunteer opportunities within our parks system - you will be glad you did!  Choose your area of interest from the headings below. 

Missouri Town & Fort Osage National Historic Landmark

• Gift Shop Host
• Herb Gardener
• Living History Interpreters
• Museum Interpreter
• Office Assistant
• Research Assistant
• Translator

Kemper Outdoor Education Center

• Gardener
• Outdoor Education Assistant

 Natural Resources

• Adopt-a-Park or Trail Programs
• Park Projects Assistant

Special Population Services

• Activity Aide

Fred Arbanas Golf Course

• Golf Course Player Assist

Campgrounds

• Campground Attendant

Christmas in the Park - Volunteer Organizations

501-3c organizations interested in volunteering at Christmas in the Park, and receiving a portion of the voluntary exit donations, should contact Jim Autry, 816-503-4809 or by emailing jautry@jacksongov.org.

More Information

Descriptions for each volunteer opportunity are located in the Current Volunteer Opportunities Guide.(PDF, 64KB)
Email the Volunteer Office or call 816-503-4821 for more information.

Come out and support your Jackson County Parks!

Quick Links

Volunteer Enrollment Form

Set-Up or Reset Password

Log Your Hours

Application to Adopt-a-Park