Volunteer Application
Thank you for your interest in volunteering for the Shinto Shrine of Shusse Inari in America! All positions are remote unless stated otherwise. Remote positions require a computer/laptop and a good internet connection. The Shrine runs completely on volunteer work so your offer to take a position is serious and greatly valued. 
This work will increase your knowledge of Shinto, Japanese culture and tradition. You will also contribute to a stronger bond with your Shrine community and the Kami-sama. 
Thank you so much for your application. Our Volunteer Coordinator will respond within 24-48 hours to you and arrange a follow-up interview. 
                                                      May the Kami-sama be with you! 
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Volunteers must commit to at least one(1) calendar year  in the position. There is a lot of time spent training and orienting volunteers and while we are actively developing improved policies and procedures, we have a very small team at the Shrine. 
Many of our systems are undergoing improvements and updates right now and need a minimum of 3-5 hours a week. 
We ask that volunteers pick one (1) team to work for.  You may change teams if you feel it is not right for you but you may only change teams once. 
*The exception to the one team rule are the LA in-person positions. As long as you meet the criteria, you may join these teams as well. *
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Please tell us a bit more about you, your skills and why you are interested in volunteering at the Shrine. Also let us know if you've had previous volunteer experience.  *

MailChimp Team -Managed by Kit

2-3 positions available

-write, schedule, and send out ceremony announcements, reminders, Shrine communications, etc.

-Coordinate with other volunteer sections for updates

-Needs to be familiar with Mailchimp or be willing to teach themselves

-Undergo training from lead (Kit) and follow instructions

Join-it Team -Managed by Kit

2-3 positions available

-Manage and maintain up-to-date membership records

-Assist in writing confirmation and notification emails for membership status

-Undergo training from lead (Kit) and follow instructions

Livestream Team- Managed by Sora

2-3 positions available

-Collaborate with Shrine Writers to write video descriptions, scripts, and slides.

-Manage chat during stream

Coordinate with Video team for archive

-Coordinate with Mailchimp and Social media teams about announcements

-Undergo training from lead (Sora) and follow instructions

Video Team (YouTube, Vimeo) - Managed by Rev. Izumi

2-3 positions available

-Review script and post videos on YouTube and Vimeo

-Edit, review, and post closing talks for Archive and Inari Dojo

-Coordinate with MailChimp and social media teams about announcements

-Undergo training from lead (Rick) and follow instructions

Social Media Team (FB, Twitter/X, and IG) -Managed by Rev. Izumi

2-3 positions available

-write 2 engagement posts a month that are not announcements

-Coordinate with Mailchimp and Video teams for ceremony and archive announcements

-Moderate FB member group

-Help manage and encourage content Discord's Social Channels.

-Undergo training from lead (Rev. Izumi) and follow instructions


Website team- Managed by Kit and Arthur

2-3 positions available

-Maintain WordPress- Must have knowledge/experience with plugins, especially Oxygen and WooCommerce

-Create and manage Juyosho page (Shinto item distribution)

-Coordinate with on-site Juyosho volunteers about inventory

-Create and manage a WP members-only section. Assist in management of member lists via Join It

-Undergo training from lead (Kit, Arthur) and follow instructions  

Shrine Writing team- Managed by Rev. Izumi and Jerry 1-2 positions available

-Collaborate with Livestream and video teams to create, edit, or fix scripts

-Create seasonal ceremony announcements, fundraising announcements, and promotional flyers/postcards

-Create postings about news, events on Discord and in a monthly member newsletter

-Undergo training from lead ( Rev. Izumi, Jerry) and follow instructions  

Discord Team-Managed by Kit

3-5 positions available

-Help build Discord community by leading channels, moderating discussions, encouraging discussion, and collaborating with other volunteer teams.

-Must be familiar with Discord moderation and server building.

-Undergo training from lead (Kit) and follow instructions

Shrine Crafting Team- Managed by Sylvia and Rev. Izumi

3-5 positions available

-Construct shrine furniture or supplies.

-Follow Priest direction for creating Shrine items as they contain Kami-sama

-experienced with sewing, woodworking, construction, etc

-Undergo training from lead (Sylvia and Rev. Izumi) and follow instructions

On-site Shamusho Team- **Los Angeles, CA ONLY**-Managed by Rev. Izumi

2-5 positions available. You *must* be able to maintain your commitment to this position as it deals with the care of Kami. Site is small- only 1-2 people working at a time.

-Inventory and shipping management

Shinto items contain kami (spirits) and must be packaged in a specific way and with care under the guidance of the Priest.

-Manage time-sensitive member items (age-related ceremonies, seasonal ceremonies, member birthdays, membership anniversaries, seasonal ceremonies) and be sure the correct items are gathered and sent out in a timely manner.

-Deliver items to post office 

-Undergo training from lead (Rev. Izumi) and follow instructions

Pop-up Shrine Team- **Los Angeles, CA ONLY** Managed by Rev. Izumi

5-10 positions available. You *must* be able to maintain your commitment to this position.

Pop-up Shrine Build team -5 people are necessary for this task.

-Shrine and/or ceremony Set-up and take down at rental spaces, festivals, businesses, etc.

This position includes gathering supplies from the Shrine storage location (pavilions/ tents, chairs, tables, altars, ceremonial supplies, etc.)

-Must have previous experience assembling tents, tables, chairs.

-Must be able to stand for long periods of time, endure hot weather, and to lift and/or carry at least 50 pounds.

Juyosho and Information Booth -5 people are necessary for this task.

-Manage information booth for the Shrine and handle distribution of Shinto items at festivals or events.

- Must have knowledge of the Shinto items being distributed (Ofuda, Omamori, Ema, Engi-mono, kamidana, etc), their purpose and use.

Shinto items contain kami (spirits) and must be handled in a specific way and with care under the guidance of the Priest.

-Undergo training from lead (Rev. Izumi) and follow instructions 

Additional Volunteer Opportunities. We are looking for volunteers willing to collaborate with the Priest and Volunteer Coordinator in creation and management of these teams or positions.

If you have a suggestion for volunteer work that is not listed here please, describe it below and we will discuss it in our follow-up meeting.

Anything else you would like to tell us in relation to your volunteer work or skills? 

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