VOLUNTEER FOR THE ALPHA 5K CHALLENGE

Join our team for the Alpha 5K! We need great energy & great people to volunteer for race day! Sign up here! JOIN THE ALPHA TEAM: WE WANT YOU! The Alpha 5K Challenge is more than just a race, it is a premier corporate-themed athletic event designed to bridge physical wellness with financial vitality. To execute this high-caliber experience at the Davidson Mesa Trail, we are looking for dedicated individuals to join our team and help us mobilize our local community. As a volunteer, you will be an integral part of our mission to foster financial wellness and cultivate lasting connections among professionals, athletes, and local leaders. Whether you are helping to maintain our "Leave No Trace" ethos, facilitating the smooth operation of The Growth Exchange, or supporting our runners as they realize the dividends of their physical investment, your contribution is essential to our success. We are seeking individuals who share our commitment to high standards, professionalism, and community building. If you are ready to help us bridge the gap between athletic achievement and professional opportunity, we want you on our team. Ready to make an impact? Sign up to help us deliver an unmatched race-day experience. SIGN UP FOR YOUR DESIRED ROLE 1. RACE SUPPORT: SETUP Be the backbone of the Alpha 5K Challenge! As a Setup Volunteer, you will help transform the event space into a professional, safe, and exciting race environment. This is a high-energy role perfect for those who are early risers. Shift Details: • Time: 5:00 AM – 8:30 AM • Race Eligibility: This role is race eligible! You will be finished with your setup duties before the race begins, giving you plenty of time to get ready, warm up, and participate in the Alpha 5K Challenge. Key Responsibilities: • Physical Infrastructure: Assist in the assembly and placement of pop-up tents, folding tables, chairs, and signage stands. Ensure all structures are safely secured using weighted sandbags or stakes. • Course Preparation: Help deploy essential course infrastructure, including traffic cones, course tape, directional arrows, and mile markers to ensure a safe route for all participants. • Branding & Atmosphere: Help place sponsor banners, "Registration" signage, and the "Finish Line" arch to give the event a professional look. • General Assembly: Use provided tools (cordless drills, bungee cords, zip ties, duct tape, etc.) to securely set up and troubleshoot event displays and equipment. Requirements: • Ability to lift and move event equipment (tables, tents, etc.). • Comfortable using basic hand tools (hammer, screwdriver, etc.). • A positive attitude and a "team player" mindset for early morning hustle! 2. CHECK-IN, CHECK-OUT AMBASSADOR Be the primary point of contact for our valued partners and the ultimate guardian of the Davidson Mesa Trail! As a Check-In & Check-Out Ambassador, your absolute highest priority is upholding our "Leave No Trace" ethos. You will manage the arrival and departure of all vendors and sponsors, ensuring they respect the venue and leave their designated footprint exactly as they found it. Shift Details: • Time: Split Shift: 6:30 AM – 9:00 AM AND 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM • Race Eligibility: This role is race eligible! Because this is a split shift, you will be completely free between 9:00 AM and 11:00 AM to hit the starting line, run the Alpha 5K Challenge, and cool down before returning for your second shift to check out the vendors. Key Responsibilities: • Vendor Onboarding: Greet sponsors and vendors upon early arrival, utilizing a clipboard to complete a thorough pre-event site condition checklist for their specific footprint. • Leave No Trace Enforcement: Clearly communicate our strict environmental standards to all partners upon arrival. • Sanitation Support: Distribute and manage heavy-duty trash bags and gloves, ensuring vendors have the sanitation tools required to manage their own waste. • Site Restoration Verification: Conduct strict post-event Leave No Trace inspections using a targeted checklist to ensure every vendor's area has been completely restored to its original condition before they are cleared to depart. Requirements: • Excellent communication skills and a professional, firm demeanor for interacting with sponsors. • A fierce commitment to environmental stewardship and the Leave No Trace philosophy. • Strong attention to detail for meticulously completing condition checklists. • Ability to commit to the split-shift schedule. 3. RUNNER CHECK-IN Be the first friendly face every runner sees! As a Runner Check-In Volunteer, you are the front line of the Alpha 5K Challenge experience. You will manage the flow of participants, ensure they are equipped with everything they need for the race, and provide vital information to both pre-registered athletes and new, same-day sign-ups. Shift Details: • Time: 6:30 AM – 11:30 AM • Race Eligibility: This role is NOT race eligible due to the critical nature of the check-in process during the morning rush. Key Responsibilities: • Packet Distribution: Efficiently issue bib numbers, bib clips, and participant swag bags to pre-registered runners. • Registration Management: Oversee the Same Day Registration process. • Participant Support: Act as an information hub by sharing event maps, sharing the daily schedule of events, and answering runner questions using the provided FAQ sheet. • Station Setup & Operations: Maintain a professional and organized check-in station, utilizing provided tablecloths, stationery (pens, markers, tape), and mobile communications to ensure a seamless check-in experience. Requirements: • Excellent organizational skills and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment. • Warm, outgoing personality with strong customer service and communication skills. • Punctuality and commitment to being present for the duration of the entire morning check-in station. 4. COURSE MARSHALL Be the eyes, ears, and guiding force of the Alpha 5K Challenge! As a Course Marshall, you play a vital role in ensuring the safety of all participants and maintaining the professional look of our race course. You are responsible for keeping runner flow clear and ensuring that all branding and course markers remain perfectly positioned throughout the event. Shift Details: • Time: 6:30 AM – 11:30 AM • Race Eligibility: This role is NOT race eligible. Your presence on the course is essential to participant safety and event integrity for the entire duration of the race. Key Responsibilities: • Course Oversight: Act as a stationed guide to direct runners and ensure the flow of the race remains clear and safe. • Maintenance & Presentation: Monitor your designated area for any fallen or wind-blown banners, signage, or course markers. You are responsible for correcting any displaced branding to ensure the course looks professional at all times. • Communication: Maintain active contact with race organizers via your provided handheld radio/walkie-talkie to report any course incidents or needs. • Safety Standards: Must wear the provided volunteer shirt at all times to be easily identifiable to runners and staff. Requirements: • Ability to remain vigilant and attentive during your shift. • Reliable communication skills for using handheld radios. • Preparation for outdoor conditions: Volunteers are responsible for bringing their own hydration, sun protection (sunscreen, hat), and a personal chair for comfort during longer stationary periods. 5. AWARDS OFFICIAL Be the curator of victory at the Alpha 5K Challenge! As a Timing & Awards Official, you are a pivotal member of our team responsible for maintaining the absolute integrity of our race results and awards ceremony.