Get Involved: Jeffco Open Space
Listed below are programs that are currently accepting applications for new volunteers who would like to make an ongoing commitment. If you would like to volunteer for a day, please take a look at the Offero Calendar to find single-day opportunities.
Barbed Wire Team Crew Leader
Become a wildlife advocate by removing barbed wire from our landscape.
Email [email protected] to request a position description brochure with more details on this role.
Ready to get involved?
Apply below for the Barbed Wire Team Crew Leader volunteer role.
Questions? Contact Shelby Johnson
(303) 271-5917
Data Team
Provide support for planning and data-driven decisions by collecting information in the field.
Email [email protected] to request a position description brochure with more details on this role.
Ready to get involved?
Apply below for the Data Team volunteer role.
Questions? Contact Shelby Johnson
(303) 271-5917
Group Projects
In addition to publicly advertised one day projects, we can create a field project customized for your group.
Through forest stewardship, trail maintenance, invasive weed removal, and clean-up projects, you will build camaraderie and better parks for today and tomorrow.
If you would like to arrange a group project, please submit a request with this link: Group Project Request. You will need to create an account to access the request form.
Email [email protected] to request a brochure with more details.
Not Accepting Applications
To submit a group project request, please click here: Group Project Request
History Educator: School Programs
Act as a representative of Jeffco Open Space by providing cultural programming at Hiwan Heritage Park and Museum for Kindergarten through 12th grade visitors.
Email [email protected] to request a position description brochure with more details on this role.
Ready to get involved?
Apply below for the History Educator: School Programs volunteer role.
Questions? Contact Mamie Hassell
Hiwan Museum Steward
Act as a representative of Jeffco Open Space by serving as a steward to the Hiwan Heritage Museum.
Email [email protected] to request a position description brochure with more details on this role.
Ready to get involved?
Apply below for the Hiwan Museum Steward volunteer role.
Questions? Contact Liz Ricci
(720) 497-7653
LMNC Information Specialist
Volunteers at the Lookout Mountain Nature Center welcome visitors to both the Nature Center and Jeffco Open Space parks.
Email [email protected] to request a position description brochure with more details on this role.
Ready to get involved?
Apply below for the LMNC Information Specialist volunteer role.
Questions? Contact Sylvan Ruud
Nature Educator: Popups
Lead informal programs in the parks. Topics include natural history as well as stewardship topics such as dog safety, share the trails, etc.
Email [email protected] to request a position description brochure with more details on this role.
Ready to get involved?
Apply below for the Nature Educator: Popups volunteer role.
Questions? Contact Sabrina Chande
(720) 908-0141
Nature Educator: Public Programs
Teaching public programs is ideal for the independent volunteer who likes creating and teaching formal education programs to the general public.
Email [email protected] to request a position description brochure with more details on this role.
Ready to get involved?
Apply below for the Nature Educator: Public Programs volunteer role.
Questions? Contact Heidi Skiba
(720) 497-7603
Nature Educator: School Groups
Do you enjoy helping kids explore nature and expand their minds? This is a fantastic way to have fun with kids while teaching them about the natural world.
Email [email protected] to request a position description brochure with more details on this role.
Ready to get involved?
Apply below for the Nature Educator: School Groups volunteer role.
Questions? Contact Maria Stelacio
(720) 497-7604
Trailhead Steward
Support the Jeffco Open Space Park Services Team by providing clean, safe, and well-maintained parks and amenities.
Email [email protected] to request a position description brochure with more details on this role.
Ready to get involved?
Apply below for the Trailhead Steward volunteer role.
Questions? Contact Carli Stazick
(303) 271-5925
Trails Volunteer
Work with Jeffco Open Space Trails Team to build and maintain our trails.
Email [email protected] to request a position description brochure with more details on this role.
Ready to get involved?
Apply below for the Trails Volunteer volunteer role.
Questions? Contact Scott Waters
Trails: Restoration Volunteer
Support the Jeffco Open Space Trails and Natural Resources Teams by reclaiming existing and developing unauthorized trails and assisting with ecological restoration projects in our parks.
Email [email protected] to request a position description brochure with more details on this role.
Ready to get involved?
Apply below for the Trails: Restoration Volunteer volunteer role.
Questions? Contact Scott Waters
TRV Crew Leader
Support the Jefferson County Open Space mission by independently leading small groups of volunteers on trail maintenance projects in our parks.
Email [email protected] to request a position description brochure with more details on this role.
Ready to get involved?
Apply below for the TRV Crew Leader volunteer role.
Questions? Contact Scott Waters