Volunteer Requirements

Okotoks Raiders Lacrosse Association Volunteer Policy:

Okotoks Raiders Lacrosse Association is a club which is operated solely by volunteers.

To ensure that all aspects of the organization are managed efficiently, every member is asked to contribute to the club via volunteering. Games/on floor volunteering (Score Keeper, Time keeper, shot clock, penalty box, etc) is NOT included in the volunteer bond but is MANDATORY as a member of any team.

Volunteer requirements are calculated on a points system. Each Raiders family, including HOKS, (with a player in U9-U17) is required to complete 100 points per player to a max of 200 points per family. 

A volunteer bond form must be signed for $350 per player (max of 2 bonds per family). Registration is not considered complete until the bond form has been received. If a family chooses not to participate or is unable to volunteer they can submit a $350 'non-volunteer' payment at the time of registration. If you do not complete your volunteer requirements you will be charged a $350 'non-volunteer' fee at the end of the season and your account will be locked until payment is received.

The following are lists of volunteer roles that can be done to earn your points:

Volunteer Positions

100 Points

Head Coach - Coach the team in practices and at the games. Responsible for team and player development. Appropriate NCCP Coaching Certification (Trained) must be met by the end of the season. Coaches require a Vulnerable Sector Check.

Assistant Coach  - Assist the Head coach at practices. On the Bench during games (gates). Appropriate NCCP Coaching Certification (Trained) must be met by the end of the season. Assistant Coaches require a Vulnerable Sector Check.

Trainer - On the bench during games and assists in practices. Must be First Aid Trained and a Vulnerable Sector Check is needed on file. Must not coach in game situations on the bench.

Team Manager - Work with coaches and other parents to oversee the administration of the team. The purpose of this role is to ensure the smooth operation of the team and allow the coaches to concentrate on the lacrosse activities. Enter game sheets, assign volunteers for the team, track team volunteer hours and submit volunteer hours to the Registrar at the end of the season. Helps other team volunteers if needed.

Team Treasurer  Responsible for collecting, disbursing, and accounting for team funds; completing a budget; and closing down the account at the end of the season. Works with Team Manager.

Jersey Parent - Responsible for delivering and distributing jerseys before each game. Jersey parents also need to collect the jerseys following each game. Jerseys need to be washed regularly. Jersey parents need to make other arrangements for the jerseys if they cannot make a game.

Tournament Committee - Volunteer would be part of a committee responsible for planning and running the Okotoks Spring Classic Tournament as well as the Okotoks Raiders portion of the Canada Day Tournament.

Other Team Positions - Other Team Positions - Points as determined by Coach Team Manager. Examples: volunteer coordinator for team, or special events planner.

CLUB LEVEL VOLUNTEERING 100 Points

Roughneck 50/50 seller - Sell 50/50 tickets at the Calgary Roughnecks game on Okotoks Raiders designated evening.

Photo Day - Volunteer Photo Day to help organize the teams and assist the photographer in ensuring a smooth photo day.

BOARD MEMBERS - 200 points  Board members are voted in at the annual AGM in November.   

President

Serves as the Chief Executive Officer of the Club for a minimum term of two (2) years

The President is the main director and officer responsible for ORLA’s operations generally. He acts as the ORLA representative on the Board of the Calgary District Lacrosse Association and as a member of the Alberta Lacrosse Association.   

 Treasurer

The Treasurer is responsible for ORLA’s finances. This includes budgeting, overseeing all accounts payable and financial reporting to the Board and membership. 

Director of Administration

The Director of Administration is responsible for ensuring the clubs paperwork and filings are properly completed and organized. This includes AGLC and corporate registry filings 

Director of Programming

The Director of Programming has overall responsibility for delivering an organized and fun season for participants at all ages. This includes dealing with out of town tournament arrangements, managers and similar matters. 

Registrar

The Registrar is responsible for the maintenance and operation of the ORLA’s registration system and the records of all players registered to play with the ORLA. 

Director of Technical Development

The Director of Technical Development has overall responsibility for ensuring players are learning about lacrosse in a fun and fair environment. This includes making sure coaches have proper training and directions and oversight of the evaluations process. 

Director of Operations

The Director of Operations is primarily responsible for the club’s tangible goods such as equipment, nets, apparel and similar items. 

Director of Organization Development

The Director of Organizational Development has primary responsibility for the clubs growth and promotion. This includes overseeing the clubs social media, website and Spring Classic tournament oversight. 

 If you do not volunteer during the season a $350 fee will be added to your RAMP account and your RAMP account will be locked.