Volunteer Process

Volunteers are those individuals who perform work or provide services to the University without financial gain and have had a long-standing relationship with the University. Volunteers provide services in a number of areas throughout the University on a regular basis or for a short-term event.

Volunteers may perform a variety of functions in support of campus activities. Examples of volunteer work include, but are not limited to:

• Teach or assist in teaching
• Assist with registration
• Work in the Health Center or Learning Center
• Assist with campus ongoing activities
• Drive vehicles on official University business such as field trips or athletic events
• Perform general office work
• Assist at campus events

Training Requirements

Volunteers must have the necessary training and/or supervision to safety carry out the volunteer work and, depending on the particular function performed, must meet the appropriate license requirements, including defensive driver training and a good driving record.

An individual who volunteers services in a field which requires a license or certificate must satisfy that requirement prior to performing those duties. For example, a medical doctor volunteering services must have a current license to practice before volunteering.

A volunteer who renders services of his or her own free will, without remuneration of any kind, does not need to complete a Form I-9. If a person received any kind of compensation for services, a Form I-9 needs to be completed and the person needs to be appointed as an employee through the regular employment process.

Personal identification, fingerprinting and/or background checks will continue to be required as the campus president determine appropriate. CSUSB Volunteers are eligible for Workers' Compensation and state liability coverage. A CSUSB Volunteer may be authorized to drive a vehicle on official state business, in accordance with university policies and procedures, as determined appropriate in relation to the CSUSB Volunteer duties and responsibilities.

Travel Reimbursement

A CSUSB Volunteer may be entitled to reimbursement for travel expenses in accordance with university procedures for reimbursement of travel expenses and allowances.

Training Requirements

CSUSB Volunteers will be required to sign and date a CSUSB Volunteer Identification Form. The following information outlined below must be on file:

• Name, address, telephone number
• Social Security Number (limited to volunteers who drive vehicles on state business and/or are reimbursed for travel expenses)
• Date of Birth
• Emergency Contact Information
• Assignment, Duties, Department, Supervisor

The CSUSB Volunteer Identification Form will be maintained in the Human Resources Department. A current volunteer does not need to complete a new document if the current assignment was made in accordance with previous appointment policy instructions.

To view the official CSUSB Volunteer Policy and for more detailed information, please visit our Volunteer Policies website at http://policies.csusb.edu/volunteer_policy.htm.

If you have any questions regarding the CSUSB Volunteer Process, please call the Human Resources Department at (909) 537-5138.