FIRST Tech Challenge teams: the FTC Fairlawn 1 Qualifier and Remote 1 Qualifier event schedules are posted. Please remember to consult the Events pages often for any competition information, updates, or changes.
Description: The position will actively recruit, cultivate, and train volunteers for all FIRST Chesapeake programs. This position will also work closely with the Director of Programs and local volunteer committees to plan and execute FIRST Chesapeake FTC and FRC competitions. Reporting directly to the Executive Director, the Director of Volunteer and Community Engagement will strive to provide excellent and gracious customer service to all FIRST staff, volunteers, teams, sponsors and the general public.
This is a contracted 1099 position through June 30th, 2022, with the opportunity to extend the contract with additional responsibilities for 12 months beginning July 1st, 2022. Weekend and evening work is required during the competition season (January-April). Estimated time to fulfill the duties of this position are between 30 and 35 hours per week. Generous vacation package including very limited summer hours beginning June 1st, 2022. Compensation: $35,000-$50,000 annual compensation based upon experience.
FIRST Chesapeake is pleased to announce the 2022 Reaching for the Stars: Outstanding Women in STEM Award will be presented to Dr. Patricia Mead at the fourth annual Women in STEM Breakfast Sponsored by Leidos on May 3, 2022.*
The fourth annual Reaching for the Stars: Women in STEM Breakfast Sponsored by Leidos will be live-broadcast from Leidos Headquarters in Reston, Virginia. This year, in-person attendance will be limited, broadcasting live on May 3, 2022* beginning at 9:00AM. For more information about the event or sponsoring women in STEM initiatives, contact Leighann Boland at or 804.514.7712.
*This is a change (1/07/2022)