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Published 8/1/25 12:00AM

Oregon State Capitol - Visitor Services

On-site, Volunteer must be in or near Salem, OR
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  • Details

    Available Times:
    Weekdays (daytime), Weekends (daytime)
    Commitment Details:
    ongoing approx. 4 hrs./ wk., or for a single event
    Recurrence:
    Recurring
    Volunteers Needed:
    8
    Cause Areas:
    Arts & Music, Community Development, Education
    Participation Requirements:
    Attend Orientation
    Age Requirement:
    16+
    Other Requirements:
    people skills, nonpartisan

    Description

    Oregon State Capitol - Visitor Services

    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!

    Location

    On-site
    900 Court St. NE, Salem, Oregon, US

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