Volunteer – Assistant, aid, collaborator, co-worker, colleague, partner . . .
. . . life blood of Special Olympics Wyoming!

Special Olympics Wyoming values and has the utmost respect for the role
of the volunteer in making this organization successful and in helping it fulfill its mission.

The volunteers of Wyoming perform a multitude of tasks.  They take on a vast
array of responsibilities and continue to dedicate countless hours to the program.

Volunteer Positions at the Area and Local Level:

Class “A”
An “A” Volunteer is any person who volunteers for Special Olympics Wyoming
such as a coach, chaperone, driver, overnight host and has regular close contact
with Special Olympics athletes.  Additionally, anyone who may volunteer for
administrative or fiscal duties such as Management Team Members, Event
Directors and Board Members are considered “A” volunteers.

A background check will be completed for each Class “A” volunteer with Special
Olympics Wyoming.  A Criminal History Inquiry will be made to the State of Wyoming
Division of Criminal Investigation along with a check of the National Sex Offender Registry.
These inquiries will be completed every three years to ensure the safety of athletes and
other volunteers. 

Class “C” Volunteer
“C” Category Volunteers are single event, one-day or walk-on Volunteers.

Coach
The individual charged with training athletes in a specific sport.

Local Program Coordinator
Responsible for the coordination of all aspects of Special Olympics Wyoming
within a local program.

Area Director
Responsible for the coordination of all aspects of Special Olympics Wyoming
within a pre-determined geographical area of the state.

Games Management Team
The Games Management Team organizes and facilitates Special Olympics
Wyoming’s state competitions, including Summer Games, Fall Tournament and
Winter Games.  They can participate in the administration, support services,
competition or special event fields through the Games Management Team.