Volunteer at the City of Del Rio!

We invite you to join us in creating memorable experiences by becoming a City of Del Rio volunteer! Volunteers are a vital part of the City, providing support for events, programs, and activities that contribute to the community's quality of life. 

Whether you have a passion for community engagement or simply enjoy being part of a dynamic team, there are many opportunities for you to make a meaningful impact. Browse through the exciting list of events and departments below to discover how you can contribute your talents and enthusiasm to make a difference in our community.

City departments cover a wide range of opportunities in several divisions and departments. Contact the HR department for more information.

In order to apply, all volunteers must agree to the following Release of Liability.

I hereby release and agree to not hold liable the City of Del Rio (CODR), its officers, agents, and employees from any and all claims of any kind arising from my service as a volunteer and due to the ordinary negligence of the City. I further agree to the following:

1. I acknowledge that I am a volunteer for the CODR and have no expectations of compensation. I understand that the CODR may, at any time, for whatever reason, make changes in my assignment or terminate my volunteer assignment with the CODR. I understand that I may decide to sever my volunteer relationship with the CODR at any time, and notice of such a decision must be communicated in writing as soon as possible to my supervisor.

2. I understand and agree as a volunteer that this Release discharges the City of DEL RIO from any liability or claim that I may have against the City of DEL RIO with respect to any bodily injury, personal injury, illness, death, or property damage that may result from my activities with the CODR, whether caused by negligence of the CODR or its officers, directors, employees, or agents, or otherwise.

3. I understand that the CODR does not assume any responsibility for and has no obligation to provide financial or other assistance, including but not limited to medical, health or disability insurance, in the event of injury or illness.

4. I agree to release and hold harmless the CODR from claims of any kind that may arise out of my performance a volunteer. I waive any right of action against the City in consideration of being allowed to serve as a volunteer.

5. I understand and agree to abide by all policies and procedures of the CODR and the assigned department relating to the performance of duties and responsibilities assigned to me, including but not limited to policies regarding work place conduct, safety, honesty, and attendance

6. I understand that my assigned activities may include work that may be hazardous to me, including but not limited to: construction, loading and unloading activities, and transportation to and from the work sites. I hereby expressly and specifically assume the risk of injury or harm inherent in any of my assigned activities and release the CODR from all liability for injury, illness, death, or property damage resulting from these activities.

7. I understand and agree that, in the course of my participation as a volunteer, I may have access to information or security related items (i.e. keys, combinations, etc.) that are confidential due to security concerns. I understand and acknowledge that I will not disclose this information or any other security-related information to any person without prior approval of my supervisor. I understand that my volunteer assignment will be terminated if I make improper disclosure of this or any other security-related information.

8. I grant the CODR, its successors, assigns, and licensees, the perpetual right to photograph, film, use and reproduce, as the City desires, photographs and videotapes taken of me and/or my children during any volunteer activity. I understand that I will not receive any compensation for my participation or my children's participation in the photographs and videotapes and that the CODR shall own all right, title, and interest to the photographs and videotapes, including the portions that contain the images and voices of me and/or my children. I certify that I have read and understood the above agreement and agree that my service as a Volunteer with the CODR is subject to these terms.

This Release of Liability is effective for one year following my application and signature, unless revoked in writing by either party.