Is there a dress code?
Volunteers are expected to dress neatly in clothes suitable for the job they are performing. If there is a specific dress code for the volunteer assignment, the volunteer will be notified.
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Is there an orientation process for new volunteers?
The City staff person who will be your supervisor will orient you to your job.
How will I be trained for a volunteer position?
Staff from the department in which you are volunteering will be responsible for training you for your assignment. Staff will be available to answer any of your questions.
How many volunteers are in the City of Kettering’s volunteer program?
Currently there are over 1,000 volunteers in our program.
Is there an age requirement?
Volunteers need to be at least 14 years of age. We sometimes allow younger youth groups to assist with special projects providing an adult accompanies the group.
How can I express interest in a job not on the Employment Opportunities webpage? Will you tell me when an opening comes available?
If you are interested in a job that is not listed on our City Jobs webpage, please subscribe to receive email notifications as new positions are added to our website.
Must I be a City of Kettering resident to volunteer for the City of Kettering?
No. Many of our volunteers are from surrounding communities. You need only have the willingness and desire to contribute to the success of the volunteer program.
Will you hold my application until an opening occurs?
No. The City only accepts applications for open positions; that is, any position which has been announced and for which we are actively recruiting.
How do I check the status of a vacancy?
For questions regarding the status of a vacancy, please contact our Human Resource Department at 1-937-296-2446.
How do I find out about the duties and requirements of a position?
A recruitment announcement is posted for each position. The recruitment announcement is an excellent source of information that lists the salary, duties of the position, the requirements necessary to qualify for consideration, whether or not a civil service exam is required and the date by which applications must be submitted. A position’s education and experience … Continued