Volunteer for this event
Volunteer details
Pre-Race Kit Pick Up
- Distribute bib numbers, race shirts, and other relevant materials to participants before the race at BlackToe Running.
- Set up, organize, and distribute materials efficiently.
- Be comfortable working on a laptop.
- Bring a pleasant customer-service demeanor—be encouraging and friendly.
- Various shifts available
Event Set-Up
- Assist with the set-up and take-down of equipment, barriers, signs, tents, etc.
- Unload supplies.
- Work with a team to ensure proper set-up of tents, tables, chairs, and other event infrastructure.
- Assist with the set-up and take-down of equipment, barriers, signs, tents, etc.
- Unload supplies.
- Work with a team to ensure proper set-up of tents, tables, chairs, and other event infrastructure.
Course Marshals
- Ensure participant safety.
- Direct runners along the route.
- Cheer and encourage participants (“Great pace! Keep going!”).
- Minimize interference from traffic and pedestrians (and keep the vibe fun—watch out for “Minions”).
- Return to the event site and assist with tear-down and clean-up.
Water Station - Course
- Hydrate runners along the course.
- Set up the station under the direction of the Water Station Manager for efficient handouts.
- Hand out cups of water as runners pass.
- Encourage runners and cheer them on.
- Clean up the station afterwards.
Water Station: Start/Finish
- Hydrate runners and spectators.
- Set up the station for efficient handouts under the direction of the Start/Finish (Party Site) Manager.
- Hand out water before, during, and after the race.
- Congratulate runners.
- Clean up the station post-race.
Post-Race Food Distribution
- Hand out snacks to re-nourish runners post-race.
- Under the Party Site Manager, set out food and efficiently distribute items to finishers.
- Keep items restocked for the constant flow of finishers.
- Clean up (bonus if you help with leftovers!).
- Assist with event-site tear-down and clean-up.
Medals
- Reward finishers with medals after their run.
- Unpack and lay out medals for quick, efficient handouts.
- Maintain a pleasant, congratulatory, and friendly demeanor.
- Assist with tear-down and clean-up.
Environment Crew
- Maintain a clean and pleasant environment at the event party site.
- Distribute refuse and recycling containers according to guidelines.
- Help deliver a memorable participant experience by maintaining a pleasant, healthy environment..
Gear Check
- Label, organize, and store runners’ bags at drop-off; retrieve them quickly at the end of the race.
- Watch over and protect belongings during the race.
- Bring patience and strong organizational skills; able to work under brief periods of stress.
- Be friendly and welcoming.
- Assist with tear-down and clean-up.
Special Assistant to the Volunteer Manager
- Flexible, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and comfortable handling varied tasks.
- Serve as a substitute for late or absent volunteers.
- Be reassigned as needs arise across different roles.
- Communicate clearly and enjoy moving between jobs.
Inquiries for the Volunteer Manager
For questions, e-mail Anh at Course Dynamics: