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Safety Officer | Volunteer | Camp Coug

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Explore a Camp Safety Officer role that connects your experience with meaningful youth-centered service in Washington.

Safety Officer | Volunteer | Camp Coug

Safety Officer volunteer opportunity supporting Camp Coug youth programs across Washington.

Volunteer Role Overview

Strengthen Camp Coug safety planning, hazard awareness, incident readiness, and consistent implementation of approved procedures.

Key Responsibilities

  • Review activity, venue, emergency, and risk-management plans.
  • Conduct safety checks and support volunteer briefings.
  • Document concerns, incidents, corrective actions, and recommendations.

Qualifications

  • Safety, emergency management, risk, healthcare, facilities, or youth-program experience.
  • Strong judgment and knowledge of appropriate escalation practices.
  • Respect for participant privacy, inclusion, and youth-centered service.

Commitment and Location

This is a flexible volunteer opportunity combining virtual collaboration with in-person activities when the role requires them. Volunteers complete orientation, a background check, and applicable youth-safety training.

About Cougs 4 Kids

Cougs 4 Kids connects WSU alumni, students, and community volunteers with programs that help marginalized youth build confidence, character, belonging, and opportunity. Learn more about Cougs 4 Kids, explore current opportunities, or discover ways to get involved.

Apply to volunteer as Safety Officer.

Why This Volunteer Role Matters

Help create the conditions in which every participant, family, and volunteer can focus on a safe and positive Camp Coug experience. Your contribution will strengthen programs designed to help marginalized youth build confidence, character, belonging, and opportunity.

What You Will Own

  • Review activity plans, spaces, equipment, supervision, and emergency readiness.
  • Brief volunteers on safety procedures and serve as a clear escalation point during activities.
  • Document incidents and near misses, then help leaders improve future prevention.

You May Be a Great Fit If You Bring

  • Safety, risk management, emergency response, education, recreation, healthcare, or event experience.
  • Calm decision-making, discretion, and willingness to speak up early.
  • Relevant first aid, CPR, or safety credentials are valued; required training will be clarified.

You do not need to match every preference to contribute. We welcome candidates whose professional experience, volunteer service, education, or lived experience prepares them to support this work.

What You Can Expect From Cougs 4 Kids

  • A clear orientation, role expectations, and a primary team contact.
  • Templates, program context, and practical tools for your assignment.
  • A collaborative, inclusive environment where questions and ideas are welcome.
  • Feedback and recognition that connect your work to visible community impact.

Commitment, Location, and Safety

This is an unpaid volunteer position. Scheduling is coordinated around program needs and volunteer availability. Planning may happen virtually, while some assignments require participation in Pullman or another Washington community. Before placement, the team will confirm the expected schedule, location, and deliverables. Roles involving youth may require orientation, a background check, and applicable safety training.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does success look like for the Safety Officer?

Success means communicating early, completing agreed work reliably, protecting participant privacy, and helping teammates deliver a welcoming experience. The team will establish practical priorities so you know what to focus on first.

Will I receive support?

Yes. A program leader will share context, answer questions, and provide the tools needed for the assignment. Volunteers are encouraged to raise concerns and suggest improvements.

Why volunteer with Cougs 4 Kids?

You can use skills you already have, grow through meaningful service, and join WSU alumni, students, families, and community partners working together for young people.

Ready to Make a Difference?

If this role feels meaningful, we encourage you to apply even if your experience does not follow a traditional path. Tell us what draws you to the mission and how your strengths could help.

Apply to volunteer with Cougs 4 Kids. You can also learn more about Cougs 4 Kids and explore other volunteer opportunities.

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