Get Involved in the Section
Getting involved in the Order of the Arrow is one of the best experiences and opportunities provided in Scouting. The OA’s programs are primarily local and those interested in volunteering should consider the local level with your chapter or lodge first.
If you are interested in the next level of leadership and service, consider volunteering at the section level. There are several opportunities to get involved in the section.
This page contains a list of current volunteer positions and opportunities that are available in the section. The section relies on a dedicated team of both youth and adult volunteers to ensure the successful operation of its programs. The section is incredibly grateful to these volunteers and for your intertest in lending some of your time and talent to the section.
Available Positions
The following positions are currently available. Click on the position for more information.
Committee: Activities
- Conclave Only
- Youth, Youth+, Adult
Conclave Activity Staff play an important role in ensuring the success and smooth operation of the activities program at conclave.
Committee: Auction
- Conclave Only
- Youth, Youth+, Adult
Conclave Auction Staff work with the Auction Conclave Vice Chief to facilitate various aspects of the conclave auctions, including inventory management, item labeling, sorting, crowd management, and check-out.
Committee: Communications
- Conclave Only
- Youth, Youth+, Adult
Conclave Photographers help capture the memorable moments of conclave by documenting the activities, training, events, and gatherings throughout conclave.
Committee: Host Lodge
- Conclave Only
- Youth, Youth+, Adult
Conclave Service Corps members provide essential service duties for the host lodge including tasks such as trash removal, parking, food service and cleanup, and other necessary facilities-related functions. Volunteers typically work in shifts.
Committee: Communications
- Conclave Only
- Youth, Youth+, Adult
Conclave Support Desk staff are responsible for providing exceptional customer service to conclave attendees. This position is for individuals who are enthusiastic, proactive, and skilled in communication to assist attendees with inquiries and troubleshooting throughout the event.
Committee: Training
- Conclave Only
- Youth, Youth+, Adult
Conclave trainers plan and lead one or more training sessions on Saturday morning of conclave.
Committee: Communications
- Conclave Only
- Youth, Youth+, Adult
Conclave Videographers are responsible for creating captivating video content of conclave. They will work closely with other videographers and photographers to fulfill video content requests, special projects, and ensure timely editing and uploading of videos.
Committee: Communications
- Year-Round
- Youth, Youth+
Content writers are responsible for creating high-quality written materials that effectively communication the message of the section and the Order of the Arrow. This role involves conducting research, writing, editing, and ensuring adherence to branding and styling guidelines.
Committee: Communications
- Year-Round
- Adult
The Graphic Design Adviser supports the Graphic Design Lead and graphic designers. They ensure the quality, consistency, and compliance of all graphic design projects and collaborate with other team members and external stakeholders to maintain brand integrity and elevate the visual identity of the section.
Committee: Communications
- Year-Round
- Youth, Youth+
The Graphic Design Lead is responsible for overseeing all branding and graphic design projects. They ensure the production of high-quality visual content for section publications and special projects, while also providing guidance and support to the design team members. The Graphic Design Lead plays a key role in maintaining and promoting the section's branding and styling guidelines.
Committee: Communications
- Year-Round
- Youth, Youth+, Adult
Graphic designers produce high-quality visual content for section publications and special projects.
Committee: Communications
- June - Sept.
- Youth, Youth+, Adult
Mobile App Team Members collaborate closely with the web team, content teams, and other volunteers to build, develop, and manage the conclave mobile app.
Committee: Communications
- Year-Round
- Youth, Youth+
The Photo/Video Lead is responsible for overseeing all photo and video projects. This individual will lead a team of photographers and videographers, ensuring the creation of high-quality media content for section publications and special projects.
Committee: Communications
- Year-Round
- Youth, Youth+, Adult
Photographers are responsible for taking, editing, and organizing photos of section, lodge and other Order of the Arrow events. Volunteers serving as photographers are expected to provide their own equipment (phone cameras are acceptable).
Committee: Communications
- Year-Round
- Adult
The Social Media Adviser supports the Social Media Lead, platform managers, and platform support members in their duties.
Committee: Communications
- Year-Round
- Youth, Youth+
The Social Media Lead is responsible for managing and enhancing the section's social media presence. This roles involves overseeing content creation, engagement strategies, analytics, and ensuring adherence to branding and posting guidelines. The Social Media Lead collaborates closely with platform leads to maintain and active and impactful online presence.
Committee: Communications
- Year-Round
- Youth, Youth+
The Facebook Platform Manager is responsible for managing and enhancing the section's Facebook presence. This role involves overseeing content creation, engagement strategies, analytics, and ensuring adherence to branding and posting guidelines of the Section G16 Facebook page.
Committee: Communications
- Year-Round
- Youth, Youth+
The Instagram Platform Manager is responsible for managing and enhancing the section's Instagram presence. This role involves overseeing content creation, engagement strategies, analytics, and ensuring adherence to branding and posting guidelines of the Section G16 Instagram account.
Committee: Communications
- Year-Round
- Youth, Youth+
The TikTok Platform Manager is responsible for managing and enhancing the section's TikTok presence. This role involves overseeing content creation, engagement strategies, analytics, and ensuring adherence to branding and posting guidelines of the Section G16 TikTok account.
Committee: Communications
- Year-Round
- Youth, Youth+
The Facebook Platform Support member is responsible for assisting and providing support to the Facebook Platform Manager in effectively managing the section Facebook page.
Committee: Communications
- Year-Round
- Youth, Youth+
The Instagram Platform Support member is responsible for assisting and providing support to the Instagram Platform Manager in effectively managing the section Facebook page.
Committee: Communications
- Year-Round
- Youth, Youth+
The TikTok Platform Support member is responsible for assisting and providing support to the TikTok Platform Manager in effectively managing the section Facebook page.
Committee: Communications
- Year-Round
- Youth, Youth+, Adult
Videographers are responsible for creating captivating video content of events and activities within the section. They will work closely with other videographers and photographers to fulfill video content requests, special projects, and ensure timely editing and uploading of videos.
Committee: Communications
- Year-Round
- Adult
The Web Adviser supports the Web Lead and web team members in the management and maintenance of the section website.