| Team Alumni |
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| Provide support to all functions of the WLC. Typical duties include check in/out; snack, water and meal distribution; making/selling/distributing HOBY Hugs; on-site and off-site errands; facilitating the movement of groups; answering phones, taking and delivering messages; banquet set-up and tear down; newsletter distribution and more. |
| Position Filled |
WLC Volunteer Job Descriptions & Application
Plans for the 2010 WLC are underway and we are currently accepting volunteer applications. First, review the corresponding job descriptions below for more information and then apply by clicking the link below. Please note: this is the only application on the site that applies to volunteering at the WLC.
Volunteers are responsible for their own transportation to/from Los Angeles. HOBY will take care of lodging, meals, transportation and all other costs (except for personal spending money) for the majority of volunteer positions during the event.
High School Juniors to Age 20
High School Graduates to Age 20
| Alumni Section Assistant |
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| The primary responsibility for Alumni Section Assistants (ASA) is to help Section Leaders and Facilitators create the appropriate culture necessary to provide a positive WLC experience for HOBY Ambassadors — a culture where Ambassadors feel comfortable and free to express their views, thoughts, and ideas. |
| Download the detailed description (PDF) |
18 Years and Older
| Manager of Community Service Projects |
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| Responsible for working with the WLC Program Director to coordinate the interactive, hands-on community service projects that take place in the Los Angeles area on Community Service Day at the WLC. |
| Download the detailed description (PDF) |
| Program Technical Coordinator |
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| Assist the Director of Programs with all technical aspects of program development and execution, as well as provide coordinated support with the Director of Information Technology. |
| Download the detailed description (PDF) |
| Program Officers |
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| Program Officers assist the Program Director with all aspects of program development and program execution for the WLC. |
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| Operations Team |
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| Operations Team members assist the Director of Operations with the planning of all logistics in the months prior to the WLC and the execution of those activities during the WLC. |
| Position Filled |
| Publishing Officer |
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| Responsible for assisting the Director of Publishing in the compilation and production of various WLC publications. This position is a great opportunity for those looking to build upon their graphic design and publication experience. |
| Position Filled |
| Onsite Photographer |
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| Serve as the onsite photographer for the duration of the WLC capturing photos of all ambassadors, staff, guests and events. Photos will be used for documentary purposes as well as publicity. NOTE: If qualified, this person may also hold the WLC Group Photographer position |
| Download the detailed description (PDF) |
All Ages
| Day Volunteers |
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| Day Volunteers are individuals who are unable to commit to volunteering in a specific role for the entire duration of the event and therefore assist in a less demanding capacity. The minimum shift is two hours and there is no maximum. Ideal candidates are local to the Los Angeles region. |
| Download the detailed description (PDF) |
21 Years and Older
| Assistant to the Director of Ambassadors |
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| The Assistant to the Director of Ambassadors will work closely with the DA, HOBY Headquarters, and other directors to implement the program according to HOBY goals and objectives. |
| Position Filled |
| Director of Banquet & Special Events |
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| The Director of Banquet & Special Events is responsible for coordinating the final graduation banquet in conjunction with HOBY’s Director of International Programs and the WLC Director. |
| Position Filled |
| Director of Gifts In-Kind & Procurement |
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| The Director of Gifts In-Kind and Procurement is responsible for identifying, soliciting, obtaining, and coordinating in-kind gifts that will be utilized during the WLC. |
| Position Filled |
| Director of Facilities |
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| The Director of Facilities is responsible for managing various aspects related to the facilities (excluding housing) used for the WLC program, including conference and meeting space on GW campus and externally. |
| Position Filled |
| Director of Transportation & Housing |
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| The Director of Transportation & Housing is the primary liaison between HOBY and the vendors contracted to provide lodging during the WLC. This could include university residence halls for the ambassadors and staff as well hotels for special guests. |
| Download the detailed description (PDF) |
| Director of Information Technology |
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| The Director of Information Technology is responsible for all on-site technological aspects of the WLC, including the maintenance of a database that houses all information for staff, ambassadors, guests, and donors. |
| Position Filled |
| Director of Medics |
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| The Director of Medics is responsible for coordinating and supervising the Medic staff for WLC and establishing rules and procedures for medical treatment and emergencies. |
| Position Filled |
| Director of Operations |
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| The Director of Operations is responsible for serving as HOBY’s key contact person for all logistics before, during, and after the WLC. The Director oversees most other directors and key volunteers who are executing responsibilities related to transportation, meals, lodging, IT, publishing, and alumni activities. |
| Position Filled |
| Director of Publicity |
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| The Director of Publicity is responsible for promoting the newsworthy elements of the WLC, before, during and after the event. |
| Position Filled |
| Director of Publishing |
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| The Director of Publishing works with the Director of Operations to create WLC related publications such as the daily WLC newsletter and the yearbook. |
| Position Filled |
| Director of Team Alumni |
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| The Director of Team Alumni is responsible for coordinating and supervising the efforts of all Team Alumni during the WLC. The Director also coordinates with Director of Operations and works with the Day Volunteers. |
| Position Filled |
| Facilitators |
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| Facilitators are responsible for supervising a group of 12-14 student ambassadors for the entire duration of the WLC. |
| Download the detailed description (PDF) |
| Food & Beverage Officer |
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| The Food & Beverage Officer is the primary liaison between HOBY and the vendors who are contracted to provide meals, snacks and beverages at the WLC. |
| Position Filled |
| HOBY Store General Manager |
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| The HOBY Store Manager is responsible for operation and management of the HOBY store during the WLC, including selection and acquisition of the merchandise to be sold in the store. |
| Position Filled |
| Section Leaders |
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| Primary liaison between the Director of Ambassadors and his/her respective “Section Team” of Facilitators and Alumni Section Assistants. Section Leaders share the responsibility for creating the appropriate culture for a positive WLC experience for all. |
| Download the detailed description (PDF) |
| Medics |
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| WLC Medics are responsible for overseeing the general health of the 400 students and more than 100 adult volunteers who attend the WLC each year. |
| Position Filled |
| Group Photographer |
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| Take the group photo of the entire WLC as well as group photos of each state and country contingent. NOTE: If qualified, this person may also hold the WLC Onsite Photographer position. |
| Download the detailed description (PDF) |
| Onsite Videographer |
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| Serve as the onsite videographer for the duration of the WLC capturing video of all ambassadors, speakers, staff, guests and events. Videos will be used for documentary purposes as well as publicity. |
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| Drivers |
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| Assist the Staff by serving as a Driver of a HOBY vehicle to transport staff and/or equipment to various locations around the Los Angeles area. Candidates that can also utilize their own car a plus. |
| Download the detailed description (PDF) |