Help Us Build a Stronger Weather and Response Network Across Central Appalachia
The Central Appalachia Weather Authority is building a volunteer team to support severe weather monitoring, public information, community outreach, field response, and disaster support across the region.
Many roles do not require prior experience. If you care about weather, public safety, preparedness, or helping communities, there may be a place for you here.
Volunteer Paths
CAWA volunteers support the organization in different ways depending on their background, interests, availability, and preferred level of involvement.
Weather Operations
Support situational awareness, storm monitoring, radar review, alerts, mapping, and weather-related data work.
- Radar Analyst
- Alert Monitoring Team
- GIS and Mapping Volunteer
- Weather Data Volunteer
Field & Storm Response
Support real-world operations through observation, reporting, damage assessment, disaster support, and future deployment roles.
- Storm Spotter
- Field Observation Team
- Damage Assessment Volunteer
- Disaster Relief and Recovery Volunteer
Community & Communications
Help CAWA connect with the public through outreach, events, communications, administrative support, and social media.
- Social Media and Communications
- Outreach Volunteer
- Event Staff
- Administrative Support
Find Your Best Fit
Not sure where you belong yet? Select the options that sound most like you, then click the button below for a suggested volunteer path.
What We Look For
Mission Alignment
We value people who care about public safety, preparedness, severe weather awareness, and supporting communities across the region.
Reliability
Experience is helpful, but reliability, communication, and follow-through matter just as much when building a strong volunteer team.
Willingness to Learn
Not every volunteer role requires prior training. We welcome people who are ready to learn, grow, and contribute where they can.
Frequently Asked Questions
No. Some roles benefit from prior experience, but many do not. Training and onboarding may be provided depending on the position.
Yes. Some opportunities can be done remotely or in a hybrid format, especially in weather operations, communications, and administrative support.
No. Many volunteers will never need to deploy in the field. Field and storm response roles are only one part of the overall CAWA mission.
Yes. Depending on the role, CAWA may require additional onboarding, safety guidance, training, or screening before participation.
Our team will review your submission and may follow up with additional questions, role details, or onboarding steps based on your interests and availability.
Ready to Get Involved?
Whether you are interested in weather operations, community outreach, field response, or support work behind the scenes, we would love to learn more about you.