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City of Sarasota

Volunteer

Sarasota, FL · On-site

Volunteer Time Type: Part time Salary Range: Not Available Job Posting Period: January 05, 2026 ... given science, discipline, or municipal operation. * Ability to effectively participate in such ...

Troy University

RSVP Volunteer Coordinator

Troy, AL · On-site

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Elko County

Volunteer Firefighter

Elko, NV

The Volunteer Firefighter serves the County and communities by responding to a wide variety of ... science literature. Attends mandatory training classes, and participates in onsite training ...

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As of Jul 15, 2026, the average hourly pay for science volunteer in the United States is $19.14, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.42 and $20.19 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Science Volunteer vs Laboratory Assistant?

AspectScience VolunteerLaboratory Assistant
Required CredentialsOften no formal credentials; some background in science helpfulTypically requires a high school diploma or relevant certifications
Work EnvironmentResearch projects, fieldwork, community science programsLaboratory settings, research facilities, hospitals
Employer & Industry UsageNonprofits, research institutions, educational programsHospitals, research labs, biotech companies
Common Search & Comparison IntentUnderstanding volunteer roles in science projectsJob responsibilities and qualifications in labs

Science Volunteers typically participate in research or community projects without formal employment credentials, often in outdoor or community settings. Laboratory Assistants work in lab environments, supporting scientific experiments and research, usually requiring specific certifications or education. While both roles support scientific work, Science Volunteers focus on community engagement and outreach, whereas Laboratory Assistants are employed in professional lab settings.

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Infographic showing various Science Volunteer job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 1% As Needed, 76% Full Time, 20% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 79% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 19% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $39,804 per year, or $19.1 per hour.
Volunteer

Volunteer

City of Sarasota

Sarasota, FL • On-site

Part-time

Re-posted 16 days ago

Job description

All current City of Sarasota employees must apply to job postings on the internal career site.
Come work at a place where employees of the City serve with Excellence and Pride!
NOTE: The City of Sarasota is an Equal Employment Opportunity, Veteran, E-Verify and Drug Free Workplace employer. Click to view the City's Veterans Recruitment Plan. Click to view a the City's Educational Equivalency Statement
Department:
Employee Type:
Volunteer
Time Type:
Part time
Salary Range:
Not Available
Job Posting Period:
January 05, 2026 - December 31, 2026 12:00 A.M.
Job Description:
Overview
To perform general office work or other duties assigned in designated department or area of assignment under supervision. Volunteers/Interns will obtain opportunities to receive practical work experience and skill development while learning the various career areas, functions, operations, and activities of a municipal employer.
These are unpaid Volunteer/Intern positions
Essential Functions
  • Provides support to assigned department and participates in performing duties tasked by the department.
  • Participates in departmental planning sessions for both day-to-day activities and special projects.
  • Assists in projects that may include cost analysis, efficiency evaluations, productivity studies, market surveys, and other studies or projects relative to assignment(s).
  • Works under the general or specific guidelines as to Department policy and practice.
  • The intent of this class description is to provide a representative summary of the types of duties and responsibilities that would be required of classifications given this title and shall not be construed as a declaration of the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position. Incumbent may be required to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in the job description.

Minimum Qualifications
  • High School diploma or GED.
  • Must be at least 18 years of age at the time of application

Job Based Competencies
  • Ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions.
  • Ability to plan, organize, and implement action with reference to assignments.
  • Ability to communicate ideas, both verbally and in writing, with clarity and precision.
  • Ability to maintain accurate and comprehensive records of activities.
  • Ability to adapt to changing assignments and a varying workload which may be inherent in the orientation to any given science, discipline, or municipal operation.
  • Ability to effectively participate in such work as may be required.
  • Ability to develop the skills and knowledge necessary to perform the assigned position, in accordance with the standards set by both the Department Head and the educational institution.
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with fellow employees, superiors, officials of the City, and the general public.

Responsibility
Responsible to the assigned Department Head, but may operate under the direction of any number of others in the department charged by the Department Head with the responsibility of assisting in training/educational activities. The Director, Human Resources is responsible to be knowledgeable about the requirements of the internship program that the department is involved in order to make sure that the City appropriately comply. Interns that are not paid by the department to which the intern is assigned will have an overall responsibility to the Director, Human Resources or designee. No Supervision Exercised.
Physical Requirements
This may be sedentary work requiring limited physical effort. Position requires visual acuity for reviewing, checking, preparing, and maintaining written and computer files. Incumbent is required to have sufficient hearing to accurately perceive information at normal spoken word levels. Manual dexterity to operate standard office, data entry, and word processing equipment is required.
Public Contact
From limited to extensive contact with the public, depending on the assignment and/or the particular duties/orientation assigned at any given time.
Retirement Benefit
The City of Sarasota made the transition to become a Florida Retirement System (FRS) employer effective December 1, 2021. To learn more about what this benefit may mean for you, please visit MyFrs.com. Please note that if you are hired to work for the City of Sarasota as an FRS employer, you will be asked to complete a form to certify your FRS status, as there may be an impact to any FRS benefit you are already receiving.
If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to Jake Brown our ADA Coordinator. Jake can be reached via email at Jake.Brown@sarasotafl.gov or via phone at 941-263-6299.
For questions pertaining to general employment or job application status, please call 941-263-6476, or email HR@sarasotafl.gov

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