Why Parent Volunteer Jobs in the Marin Swim League?

As with all teams in the Marin Swim League (MSL), our Stingrays Swim Team would not function without the assistance of parents, especially during our swim meets. Each swim meet requires upwards of 100 jobs that need to be filled. By fulfilling these jobs you will contribute to the success and enjoyment of all the swimmers on the team. Parent participation in their children’s activities results in a more meaningful experience for all.  Volunteering for jobs and attending social events helps parents understand the swim team experience and provides an opportunity to meet other parents and have fun. Parent connections help children feel better connected to the team and also helps prepare them for swim meets.

What About Stingrays Parent Volunteer Jobs?

There are volunteer assignments at each meet for every interest and timeframe. For example: Set-up or take down equipment, timers, desk jobs, etc. Some jobs will count as more than one job based on the time-commitment and/or level of responsibility required. In addition to jobs at the swim meets, there are several key season-long jobs and Stingrays social events to choose from that require a parent coordinator and event workers.

Jobs are MANDATORY and are available on a first-come first-served basis.  Because all swim meets and events are run by parents, being there and being on time is imperative. If you are unsure of your schedule or ability to commit to a particular job or date, consider paying the JOB WAIVE FEE. Missing volunteer assignments and even being late for swim meets seriously and negatively impacts the team. A $100 fee is charged to your account for each missed job. In the unlikely hood that you are not able to fulfill your commitment, you are responsible for getting a sub for your job and telling the Parent Job Coordinator of this change in advance of the event.

The numbers listed below are the minimum job requirement. You may be asked to fill additional jobs if needed. NOTE:  These jobs DO NOT include parent commitments at the MSL All Stars or MSL Championship meets. If your swimmer participates in "Champs" you will be required to also volunteer at Champs.
 

*HIGH SCHOOL SWIMMERS:  Parents will be contacted on a "As Needed" basis for jobs.

**If you miss a job, a strict “no show” penalty of $100 per job missed will be assessed.

How do I sign up for my jobs?

Parent job registration opens on Monday, February 12 at 8:00PM.

1. Sign in to your team's TeamUnify website.
2. Go to your Events page. Click your Events tab in the top menu, or More... on the home page Events section.
3. Find an upcoming meet in the list and click Job Signup.
4. Check the boxes by jobs you will work. Be careful not to pick conflicting times!
5. Click Signup.
   
6. In the popup box, optionally enter any contact information, such as your phone number, or if someone else will be doing the job, their name and number, and click Sign Up.
   
   
    
7. If you accidentally signup for the wrong job, or later discover you can't work a job, select the job and click Remove Signup. 
8. You may click Print My Job Signup Summary near the top for a handy reference of all the jobs you signed up for.