Volunteers

An opportunity of the lifetime is available to those who want be part of the Empire State Games – Volunteer! One of the most important elements that have made the games successful for 30 years is a successful Volunteer Program that relies on the community help and support of New York’s amateur athletes.

Whether it’s keeping score, data entry or medical staff, the Empire State Games has many opportunities for you to be a representative or a welcome ambassador for Westchester. 

Media Center

Volunteers are needed to assist with computer data entry of competition results.  Typing or keyboard skills are helpful but not necessary.
Sports Support

Each sport has a need for volunteers to help conduct the finals competitions. From scorers to timers, to ball boys/girls, and from road marshals to result runners, a number of positions are available and many do not require knowledge of the sport.
Communication Support

Ham radio operators to assist with communications, work with medical personnel.  Operators must have a current Technician class or higher license.
EMT Support  Volunteers specific for Emergency Medical Technicians.
Medical Staff

Volunteer certified athletic trainers, student athletic trainers, physicians, and physician assistants are needed to provide medical care to the athletes of the Games.

For an application for Medical Staff please call the Games Office in Albany at  518-474-8889

All volunteers are subject to a background check prior to given assignment. Assignments are given on an as needed basis and you may not gain a volunteer position in a specific sport or duty. Times vary according to schedule. If you are under 18 years of age, you will need to submit a parental/guardian form prior to July 1, 2007.

 

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