Volunteers
Volunteers
Join the Team That Makes It Happen
Ready to get behind the scenes and help create an unforgettable experience? The Hartford Ski Spectacular needs volunteers who bring energy, dedication, and community spirit to every aspect of the event. From setup to awards ceremonies, your contribution helps hundreds of athletes push what’s possible on the mountain.
Where You Can Make an Impact
- Event Operations – Setup, breakdown, and behind-the-scenes support
- Administrative Support – Registration, logistics, and participant assistance
- Social Events – Banquets, networking, and community building activities
- Race Day – Competition support and athlete encouragement
Each role is essential to creating the supportive environment that makes Ski Spec spectacular. Read full position descriptions to find the perfect fit for your skills and schedule.
Volunteer Benefits
- Event Registration Reimbursement – Complete your volunteer commitment and receive a full refund of your registration fee (early bird or regular rate)
- Lift Tickets – Provided for specific positions where mountain access is required (noted in individual position descriptions)
- Community Impact – Join a dedicated team making adaptive sports accessible and empowering
Ready to Volunteer?
Age Requirement: 16 years or older
Additional Requirements: Listed in individual position descriptions
Sign Up Today: Visit our Volunteer Portal to browse available opportunities and claim your spot.
Note: Volunteer registration is separate from general event registration
Positions
Administration Volunteer
Responsibilities/Prerequisites
- Check in participants and answer general event questions
- Direct participants to clinics and lessons, assist with special guest population
- Keep check-in area organized, assist with packing and shipping as needed
- Other responsibilities as requested by the Event Managers
Shifts:
- Sunday: 12:00pm-2:45pm & 3:00pm-6:00pm
- Monday-Friday: 7:30am-10:00am & 12:00pm-2:00pm
Race Volunteer
*This is an on-snow position
**Helmets must be worn by ALL participants and instructors on the slopes
***A Lift Ticket will be provided if needed
Responsibilities/Prerequisites
- Assist with the race administration (run results, hand out race packets/numbers, check-in athletes, etc.).
- Assist as part of the Slip Crew and Starting. All training will be provided on site.
- Requirements: must be able to ski/snowboard independently with turns on Blue Terrain. Must have own equipment.
- Preferred: some race experience (racing or coaching/instruction).
Shift: Friday, December 12, 2025; 8:00am-1:00pm
Social Activities Volunteer
Responsibilities/Prerequisites
- Bingo Night
- Assist with the set up/breakdown of evening social events.
- Shift: TBA
Ski Spectacular Instructor Academy - Assistant
Responsibilities/Prerequisites
- Print schedules/rosters, collect rosters, and input session attendance
- Keep continuing education area organized
- Assist participants in locating their clinics/instructors
- Other responsibilities as requested
Shifts:
- Monday: 9:00am-12:00pm & 1:00pm-4:00pm
Event Set-Up & Tear-Down Volunteer
Responsibilities/Prerequisites
- Assist Move United Staff with unboxing and organizing of all shipped and stored items.
- Keep areas organized and assist with setting up items in their respective areas.
- Assist with the tear-down, packing, and shipping of items, as needed.
- Other responsibilities as requested by the Continuing Education Manager.
Shifts:
- Saturday: 11:00am-3:00pm
- Friday: 10:00am-12:00pm & 2:00pm-5:00pm