Glorieta NM

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Glorieta, a LifeWay Conference Center, has a rich tradition of volunteers, with servant hearts, giving of their time to serve others. Volunteers are needed mostly in the spring, summer, and fall although other times will be considered. Click here to read a few volunteer testamonials.

Applicants should have:
A servant’s heart committed to  supporting the mission of Glorieta by providing ministry through service.

Good physical health. Glorieta is located in the mountains at an elevation of 7,500 feet above sea level. Individuals with  hypertension, circulatory disease, asthma, heart disease, emphysema, or recent illness should seek their    physician’s advice before committing to work at this altitude.

Financial resources to volunteer and maintain personal needs.

Transportation due to the expanse of Glorieta campus.

Personal health insurance.

Successful applicants will agree to:
Serve a minimum of one month. (longer commitments receive preference)  Work at least 30 hours per week. Agree to work whatever hours and days necessary as assigned.

Glorieta provides each volunteer without charge:
·   A full-hookup RV site or an efficiency apartment or hotel room. (volunteers bringing an RV will be given strong consideration due the limited number of apartments)
·   Meals in the main dining facility.

A variety of positions are available to volunteers. We try to match skills or preferences of volunteers with positions available when possible. We do want you to have a fulfilling and enjoyable experience at Glorieta. We value your service.

Positions requiring physical stamina and a high energy level are available which include:
General Maintenance – Respond to problems in the customer facilities and complete minor repairs in plumbing, heating, and electrical. Positions available in carpentry and painting. Use a variety of power, hand and carpentry tools. Must be able to lift 50 lbs and occasionally 100 lbs. We have need for a large number of volunteers in this area over the summer months.

Groundskeepers – Maintenance of grounds includes preparation of flower beds, watering, mowing, pruning, weed-eating, installation of irrigation systems, laying grass sod, etc. Must be able to lift 50 lbs and occasionally 100 lbs.

Food Service Assistant – Responsibilities include validating meal tickets, replenishing supplies, serving coffee, and general cleaning. Requires an ability to interact with guests and stand for long periods of time. Must be able to lift and carry 10 lbs. Does not involve food preparation.

Hotel Host/Hostess – Greet guests and assist them as they arrive, give directions and information, obtain ironing boards, linens, etc. for guests, plus keep lobby area and outside walkways clean. This will require dusting, vacuuming, emptying trash as needed. Complete minor repairs. These couples will have apartment accommodations within the hotel to which assigned.

Conference Support – Sets up and cleans conference rooms. Complete minor repairs of facilities. Assist with needs of conference groups. Gives guidance to summer staff crews to maximize workday accomplishments. Must be able to lift 50 lbs. to 4 feet and carry up to 50 feet.

Washateria Attendant – This is a heavy traffic area in the summer months and we need assistance in keeping it clean, changing filters in dryers, making change for guests, and selling laundry products.

A variety of other limited positions are available which include:
Guest Transportation – This volunteer will be responsible for driving and maintaining the trams, shuttling guests to and from dining hall, hotels, and conferences areas. On guest arrival days. assist guests with luggage transportation to hotel rooms.

Information Assistant – Monitor main entrance gate to the Conference Center. Welcome each arriving guest and give directions and information. Requires flexibility in schedule.

Application and Selection Process
To request an application call 505-757-4298 or mail a request for an application to our Volunteer Coordinator, P.O. Box 8, Glorieta, NM 87535. Click below to download a PDF version.

  Dear Potential Volunteer,

Application Form

Volunteer Background Screenings

Information and Job Descriptions

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