Current Opportunities
Open Adult Program Applications:
Role Descriptions
Instrument Instructor
Instrument Instructors facilitate small group lessons for beginning or intermediate learners during a camp session. We are seeking Instructors who are comfortable teaching vocals, keyboard, guitar, bass, and drums. Each Instructor will lead instruction periods that are 1.5-2 hours long.
RCRC provides curricular support and teaching resources for instructors including our in-house lesson plans that emphasize confidence and creativity. The primary goals of each instruction period are to create a positive and encouraging class atmosphere by demonstrating practical instrument techniques with the flexibility to support individual camper needs.
Many of our Instrument Instructors also choose to sign up as a Band Coach; this combined full-time role gives them the opportunity to follow the camper experience throughout the day as well as support a band’s songwriting experience.
Cis women and all adults who identify within the trans umbrella, including non-binary folks, are welcome to apply for this position.
Youth Summer Camp
All Instrument Instructors must be available Monday through Thursday from approximately 9:00-10:30AM.
Adult Rock Camp
All Instrument Instructors must be available on Saturday 10:45am-12:30pm, and on Sunday 9:30am-11:45am.
- Minimum two years of experience on your instrument
- Experience facilitating small groups or in a classroom setting, especially music instruction
- Commitment to supporting every learner at their level through a Social/Emotional lens
- Knowledge of or interest in learning more about social justice issues impacting people of marginalized genders, especially relating to the music industry
- Creativity, patience, and willingness to approach each situation with a growth mindset
- Complete a Volunteer Application
- Complete a Liability Waiver
- Summer Camp Instrument Instructors Only:
- Attend All Volunteer Training
- Attend Role-Specific Training for NEW Instrument Instructors
- Complete a background check
- Complete an asynchronous online abuse prevention training
- Attend Summer Camp or Adult Rock Camp
- Join a supportive and engaged community of friendly peers working towards a common goal
- Access to free training & professional development resources year-round on topics including approaches to trauma-informed care, perspectives on youth development, and tips for supporting gender-marginalized musicians
- Access to leadership and further volunteer opportunities within RCRC such as service on the Board of Directors and subcommittees, long-term and/or highly skilled volunteer roles, and more!
- Snacks, meals, and coffee served at all trainings and daily during camp
- Free entry to the best show in town, the camp showcase!
Band Coach
Band coaches are paired with a camper band and guide them throughout the camp-long process of creating an original song for the showcase. Coaches support the songwriting process by providing structure and encouraging collaboration.
Coaches will be assigned to their bands on the first day of camp and will meet with them each day for band practice. In band practice, campers are encouraged to build on skills that they learned during instrument instruction, share creative ideas, collaborate respectfully, and be loud!
Many of our Band Coaches also choose to sign up as an Instrument Instructor; this combined full-time role gives them the chance to facilitate small group lessons that emphasize confidence and creativity.
Cis women and all adults who identify within the trans umbrella, including non-binary folks, are welcome to apply for this position.
Youth Summer Camp
All Band Coaches must be available Monday through Friday from approximately 12:45-2:10PM, plus Friday 6:00-7:30PM for the Showcase (also preferred availability Friday 9:15-10:25AM for the Showcase Run-Thru).
Adult Rock Camp
All Band Coaches must be available on Saturday 4:00-5:45pm (1:45pm arrival optional for Band Assignments), Sunday 12:45-5:45pm, Monday 10:00am-12:15pm, plus Monday 5:30-7:30pm for the Showcase.
- Minimum one year of experience songwriting and/or in a band
- Experience facilitating small groups or in a classroom setting, especially music instruction
- Experience with team building and conflict resolution through a Social/Emotional lens
- Knowledge of or interest in learning more about social justice issues impacting people of marginalized genders, especially relating to the music industry
- Creativity, patience, and willingness to approach each situation with a growth mindset
- Complete a Volunteer Application
- Complete a Liability Waiver
- Summer Camp Band Coaches Only:
- Attend All Volunteer Training
- Attend Role-Specific Training for NEW Band Coaches
- Complete a background check
- Complete an asynchronous online abuse prevention training
- Attend Summer Camp or Adult Rock Camp
- Join a supportive and engaged community of friendly peers working towards a common goal
- Access to free training & professional development resources year-round on topics including approaches to trauma-informed care, perspectives on youth development, and tips for supporting gender-marginalized musicians
- Access to leadership and further volunteer opportunities within RCRC such as service on the Board of Directors and subcommittees, long-term and/or highly skilled volunteer roles, and more!
- Snacks, meals, and coffee served at all trainings and daily during camp
- Free entry to the best show in town, the camp showcase!
Camp Counselor
(Summer Camp Only)
With the guidance of the Camp Counselor Lead, Counselors act as the point person for the campers in their assigned band(s). As the primary guardians for the campers, your goal is to help create a safe, supportive environment that allows every camper to build confidence through creative expression.
As the chaperones or “band managers” for our campers, you will keep the campers on schedule and guide them through the many different activities we do at camp. These activities include assemblies, band practices, workshops, and meal & break times. During band practice, you will be paired with a Band Coach who will support the band as they write their song.
Counselors do not need any musical experience!
Cis women and all adults who identify within the trans umbrella, including non-binary folks, are welcome to apply for this position.
We offer full and part-time positions for this role. Full time positions are highly preferred in order to provide consistency and best support for our campers. However, we understand that a full week is a significant time commitment and are eager to provide a more flexible part-time option that may allow more people to volunteer.
- Full time counselors must be available Monday through Friday from 8:30AM- 3:15PM
- There are three types of part-time counselor positions available:
- AM Counselor: M-F from 8:30AM-12:00PM
- PM Counselor:M-F from12:00-3:15PM
- A combination of full days, 8:30AM-3:15PM (e.g. Tuesday and Thursday)
- All counselors should be available on Friday from 6:00-7:30PM for the Showcase
- Experience with or interest in working closely with young people ages 8-17 in a mentor capacity
- Knowledge of or interest in learning more about social justice issues impacting people of marginalized genders, especially relating to the music industry
- Creativity, patience, and willingness to approach each situation with a growth mindset
- Complete a Volunteer Application
- Attend All Volunteer Training
- Attend Role-Specific Training for NEW Camp Counselors
- Complete a Liability Waiver
- Complete a background check
- Complete an asynchronous online abuse prevention training
- Attend Summer Camp
- Join a supportive and engaged community of friendly peers working towards a common goal
- Build mentor relationships with youth of marginalized genders as they embark on this week-long journey to form a band, write an original song, and perform at the showcase
- Access to free training & professional development resources on topics including approaches to trauma-informed care, perspectives on youth development, and tips for supporting gender-marginalized musicians
- Access to leadership and further volunteer opportunities within RCRC such as service on the Board of Directors and subcommittees, long-term and/or highly skilled volunteer roles, and more!
- Snacks, meals, and coffee served at all trainings and daily during camp
- Free entry to the best show in town, the camp showcase!
Mental Health Crew
Our Mental Health Crew (MHC) volunteers provide support, conflict-resolution, and crisis management for campers, as well as support for staff and volunteers throughout camp. Adjusting to a new environment, learning a new instrument, and collaborating with a new band can be overwhelming at times. MHC members are in place to provide a safe and supportive environment for campers and volunteers who are adjusting to the potential challenges involved with these activities. MHC members may be called to work one-on-one with a camper or volunteer who is in need of counseling, or to work with a band as they navigate interpersonal dynamics. Our “fun” at camp is also a vehicle for dismantling systems of oppression on an intra- and inter-personal level. This can bring up conflict and sometimes can trigger past traumas. MHC members help us to create a space of emotional support at camp, but they do not provide ongoing therapy for campers or volunteers outside of camp.
Cis women and all adults who identify within the trans umbrella, including non-binary folks, are welcome to apply for this position.
In the Volunteer Application, Mental Health Crew volunteers may sign up for whatever shifts they are available to work. Both AM and PM shifts are available.
- Academic and/or professional training to competently address social/emotional, personal, and behavioral challenges facing youth and adults
- A strong background in conflict resolution, crisis management, and trauma-informed care
- Experience with or interest in working closely with people who are neurodiverse
- Is a strong problem solver who is able to keep calm while being pulled in multiple directions
- Knowledge of or interest in learning more about social justice issues impacting youth and adults of marginalized genders, especially relating to the music industry
- Creativity, patience, and willingness to approach each situation with a growth mindset
- Complete a Volunteer Application
- Complete a Liability Waiver
- Summer Camp MHC Volunteers Only:
- Attend All Volunteer Training
- Attend Role-Specific Training for NEW Mental Health Crew Volunteers
- Complete a background check
- Complete an asynchronous online abuse prevention training
- Attend Summer Camp or Adult Rock Camp
- Join a supportive and engaged community of friendly peers working towards a common goal
- Access to free training & professional development resources year-round on topics including approaches to trauma-informed care, perspectives on youth development, and tips for supporting gender-marginalized musicians
- Access to leadership and further volunteer opportunities within RCRC such as service on the Board of Directors and subcommittees, long-term and/or highly skilled volunteer roles, and more!
- Snacks, meals, and coffee served at all trainings and daily during camp
- Free entry to the best show in town, the camp showcase!
Media Crew
The Media Crew is crucial to documenting the camp experience so that we can archive and share our experience with camper families, volunteers, funders, and the press. With such a broad range of activities happening each day at camp, there’s always a special moment to capture.
We can provide some equipment but volunteers are also welcome to use their own. All media content is sole property of Rain City Rock Camp and must be delivered by the end of the camp session.
Photography
Experienced photographers to take candid shots, camper band photos, morning and afternoon assembly photos, and Showcase documentation.
Videography
Experienced videographers comfortable with shooting video documentation of camp, including interviews and b-roll, and editing footage into brief clips for social media.
Cis women and all adults who identify within the trans umbrella, including non-binary folks, are welcome to apply for this position.
In the Volunteer Application, Media Crew volunteers may sign up for whatever shifts they are available to work. Both AM and PM shifts are available.
- Experience with photography & videography for live music and group settings
- Familiarity with or willingness to learn technology used by RCRC
- Willingness to respect privacy and boundaries of all camp participants
- Willingness to follow all media permissions and confidentiality guidelines set by RCRC
- Knowledge of or interest in learning more about social justice issues impacting people of marginalized genders, especially relating to the music industry
- Creativity, patience, and willingness to approach each situation with a growth mindset
- Complete a Volunteer Application
- Complete a Liability Waiver
- Summer Camp Media Crew Only:
- Attend All Volunteer Training
- Complete a background check
- Complete an asynchronous online abuse prevention training
- Attend Summer Camp or Adult Rock Camp
- Join a supportive and engaged community of friendly peers working towards a common goal
- Access to free training & professional development resources year-round on topics including approaches to trauma-informed care, perspectives on youth development, and tips for supporting gender-marginalized musicians
- Access to leadership and further volunteer opportunities within RCRC such as service on the Board of Directors and subcommittees, long-term and/or highly skilled volunteer roles, and more!
- Snacks, meals, and coffee served at all trainings and daily during camp
- Free entry to the best show in town, the camp showcase!
Support Crew
Runners/Floaters, Front Desk, & Food Crew
Runners/Floaters
Runners & Floaters are on-call on site to help with any tasks related to camp operations. Volunteers may be called upon to help with camper check in, running to the store or the office, moving or setting up gear, working with food crew in the kitchen, and other tasks that help everyone have a great day at camp.
Front Desk
Our front desk volunteers serve as the first point of contact for campers and all camp volunteers. At this central hub location, volunteers will assist with daily camper check in, monitor on-site visitors, accept phone calls, provide directions, and sell camp merchandise.
Food Crew
Following the leadership of the Food Crew Lead, Food Crew volunteers keep our campers and volunteers fed throughout each day. This involves setting out breakfast and lunch for volunteers, as well as snacks for everyone throughout the day. All Food Crew members are responsible for keeping the food prep areas tidy and clean. No culinary experience required, just a willingness to work efficiently while following food safety guidelines. All meals are served buffet-style, in addition to a hot + cold beverage station and between-meal snacks. A typical meal for campers and volunteers could be a DIY sandwich bar, donated pizza, or a soup + salad combo. A typical snack could be crackers and cheese or veggie sticks and dressing.
Adults of all genders are invited to apply for these roles. Please select the specific role(s) that you would like to apply for in your volunteer application.
In the Volunteer Application, Support Crew volunteers may sign up for whatever shifts they are available to work. Both AM and PM shifts are available.
- Current WA Food Handler’s Permit or willingness to be trained in WA state food handling guidelines
- Customer service experience and a willingness to provide friendly assistance to campers, volunteers, and guests
- Knowledge of or interest in learning more about social justice issues impacting people of marginalized genders, especially relating to the music industry
- Creativity, patience, and willingness to approach each situation with a growth mindset
- Complete a Volunteer Application
- Complete a Liability Waiver
- Summer Camp Support Crew Only:
- Attend All Volunteer Training
- Complete a background check
- Complete an asynchronous online abuse prevention training
- Attend Summer Camp or Adult Rock Camp
- Join a supportive and engaged community of friendly peers working towards a common goal
- Access to free training & professional development resources year-round on topics including approaches to trauma-informed care, perspectives on youth development, and tips for supporting gender-marginalized musicians
- Access to leadership and further volunteer opportunities within RCRC such as service on the Board of Directors and subcommittees, long-term and/or highly skilled volunteer roles, and more!
- Snacks, meals, and coffee served at all trainings and daily during camp
- Free entry to the best show in town, the camp showcase!
Backstage Crew
Set Up, Tear Down, Changeovers, & Showcase
Set-Up Crew
Volunteers to help get camp set up on the day before camp begins. Tasks include moving bins of camp supplies into our site, setting up areas like the camp kitchen or assembly hall, decorating with posters, organizing swag bags, and more! Musical instruments will need to be arranged in classrooms according to diagrams; no musical experience required for this task! In addition to these jobs, we also need specific drum set-up volunteers who know their way around a kit.
Tear-Down Crew
Volunteers to help get our site all cleaned up, with everything returned to its original state and all Rain City Rock Camp property ready to be loaded for moving. Tasks include moving bins of camp supplies to a staging area, breaking down areas like the camp kitchen or assembly hall, packing all decorations, and more!
Changeover Volunteer (Adult Rock Camp Only)
Volunteers to help switch over rooms from instrument instruction set-up to band practice set-up and back. This role involves lifting and moving instruments and gear, and configuring already assembled drum kits. No musical experience required.
Showcase Crew
It’s all hands on deck for our Showcase extravaganza! Our Showcase is the culminating event of all the creative engagement and collaboration between campers. Each band will perform their original song to an audience of adoring fans. Assistance is needed distributing programs, distributing masks, selling merchandise, selling raffle tickets, organizing and distributing raffle prizes, and more.
Adults of all genders are invited to apply for these roles. Please select the specific role(s) that you would like to apply for in your Backstage Crew application.
In the Backstage Crew Application, volunteers may sign up for whatever shifts they are available to work. Morning, afternoon, evening, and weekend shifts available. These roles are perfect for whether you only have limited availability or would like to sign up for these shifts in addition to another volunteer role during the camp session.
- Some of these tasks require lifting up to 50 lbs while others do not. Please let us know if a certain type of task would best fit your physical abilities.
- Ability to work efficiently and harmoniously in a fast-paced environment
- Willingness to work as part of a team while maintaining independent responsibility for assigned tasks
- Creativity, patience, and willingness to approach each situation with a growth mindset
- Complete a Backstage Crew Application
- Arrive promptly for your shift(s)
- Join a supportive and engaged community of friendly peers working towards a common goal
- Access to free training & professional development resources year-round on topics including approaches to trauma-informed care, perspectives on youth development, and tips for supporting gender-marginalized musicians
- Access to leadership and further volunteer opportunities within RCRC such as service on the Board of Directors and subcommittees, long-term and/or highly skilled volunteer roles, and more!
- Snacks, meals, and coffee served at Set Up, Tear Down, and during Camp
- Free entry to the best show in town, the camp showcase!
