We ♥ our volunteers!

Volunteers are needed for EVERYTHING!!! What do you see yourself helping with? Fill out our volunteer form to let us know what you are interested in. We need help building the venue, running the gate, greeting our friends, placing theme camps and people as they arrive, monitoring the burns, erecting art pieces, and then taking it all down, picking up, packing up, and leaving the venue better than we found it.

Idaho Decompression is a community event. Your involvement in making it happen, and every penny we earn on ticket sales, goes right back into making our community and our events better!

Decomp Departments

Fire Safety:

Assists with fire perimeter protection at sanctioned burns, remediates unintentional fires and emergencies throughout the duration of the event.

Burn Build:

Responsible for designing the Major Burnable Structure (MBS) and the Temple, coordinating with build volunteers, transportation, and construction of MBS and Temple on site.

Gate:

Staffs event entrance and perimeter, manages wrist bands, performs vehicle searches, and manages flow of traffic into and out of the event.

Department of Public Works (DPW):

Manages transportation, set up, and take down of infrastructure, and site improvement.

Leave No Trace (LNT):

Performs post-event clean up, restoring the event site to its original (or better) state.

Rangers:

Handles community safety and burn perimeter patrol. Rangers have a willingness to help others, mediate, and educate.

Greeters:

Welcome all attendees to the event, create excitement, atmosphere and fun through costumes, warm welcomes, and hugs (spankings available upon request).

Ambassadors:

Greets and assists event participants as they arrive, staff information booth, and manages lost and found.

Placement:

Is responsible for theme camp liaison and coordinating, event layout, and art placement. Inspects all installations for structural safety.

Fire Conclave:

Coordinates with fire spinners and other performers and assists with their ability to perform safely throughout the event and during major burns.

Center Camp Build:

In charge of construction and transportation of center camp elements. Volunteers must have experience working with non-human tools.

Center Camp Activities:

Coordinates with volunteers and leads for organizing activities at Center Camp.

WWW:

Responsible for coordinating with participants and camps about the schedule of events, creating and printing a What-When-Where guide.

Volunteer Coordinator:

Coordinates with volunteers and helps to connect them to departments of interest.

Volunteer Hospitality (VOHO):

Provides support to other departments via snack, drink, and potluck.

Medical:

Coordinates with local emergency response teams, EMTs/paramedics for the event.

Path Lighters:

In charge of lighting the pathways, and signs for visibility and safety during evening hours.

Grants:

Helps encourage and fund participant involvement through art, theme camp, and noise grants.

Ticketing/Scholarships:

Manages tickets processing, vehicle passes, and will call. Works to establish scholarships for event tickets.

Art Volunteer Coordinator:

Liaison for artists, helps with placement grants and artist inquiries.

Leadership Roles

Leads are in charge of the departments that make Idaho Decompression possible and manage the dedicated volunteers who contribute their time and skills.

Directors support the Leads by assisting with staffing, budgeting, and ensuring smooth communication between departments. They’re the go-to problem solvers—if they don’t have the answer, they’re there to find it.

Producers oversee the overall event and are accountable for its success. Beyond handling budgets, event operations, and vendor relations, they also provide guidance and support to all Department Leads and Directors.

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Idaho Decompression Director Search

The Director plays a key role on the Production team, acting as both a lead supporter and a connection between departments and Producers. They make sure that Idaho Decompression leads and departments have the support they need to address both immediate and long-term needs throughout the event cycle. Directors are the go-to contact for leads to request assistance, gather information, or escalate any issues.

They meet regularly with the Idaho Decompression Producers, providing valuable input on major decisions and helping shape the overall vision of the event.

Responsibilities (Pre Event):

Hold regular meetings with the Department Leads they oversee to address key questions and concerns
Support Leads in setting and achieving their department goals
Assist Leads in creating and managing their department budgets
Guide new Leads through onboarding and help with recruiting and onboarding volunteers
Step in to support communication between departments when needed
Recognize areas that need improvement and help implement effective solutions
Respond promptly to emails and messages on Monday.com

Responsibilities (on-site):

Participate in daily Leads meetings
Keep open and consistent communication with the assigned department Leads
Be available for radio communications, coordinating shifts with other Directors
Step in for Producers when needed
Collaborate with Producers and the Board of Directors to address and resolve any issues that come up

Time Commitment:

February-October: 5-15 hours a week
Includes attending the Leads Retreat in the spring (date TBD) and bi-weekly Leads Meetings.
Time commitments generally increase in September as we get closer to the event.
On-site: Present and available Thursday - Sunday of the event.

Requirements:

This role requires high level communication, facilitation, and decision making skills. Past volunteer experience with Idaho Decompression, or other regional burns, is a big plus. Must have access to the internet. Must be in good standing with Idaho Burners Alliance and must not have been dismissed or disqualified from volunteer service at other Regional events or Burning Man.

Compensation:

Comped ticket to Idaho Decompression 2025

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Idaho Decompression Producer Search

Application Deadline is 11:59pm MST on March 31st, 2025.

About Idaho Decompression:

Idaho Decompression is a sanctioned Regional Burning Man event that takes place in Elmore County, Idaho over the second weekend in October. For more information visit www.idahoregionalburns.org

Current Producer Search:

Idaho Decompression is seeking two people to join an existing team of two returning Producers for Idaho Decompression 2025. A commitment to the one-year event cycle, beginning in January 2025 and ending in November 2025, is required. These Producer roles are for the positions of Treasurer and Secretary.

Position Summary:

The Idaho Decompression Producers act as the primary contacts and overall managers for Idaho’s only Regional Burning Man event. Their responsibilities include overseeing event production, managing logistics, and handling budgets throughout the year. They work together on key strategic aspects like budgeting, permitting, and vendor coordination, while also guiding the hands-on aspects of event production. This includes inspiring and directing volunteer department leaders and making decisions about every facet of event organization.

As Producers, they play a vital leadership role in shaping an unforgettable experience for hundreds of participants while collaborating with Burning Man artists, theme camps, and the vibrant creative community.

Position Requirements:

Understanding of Burning Man culture and values
Strong skills in organization, communication, and decision-making
Reliability in meeting time commitments
Ability to work effectively with a variety of personality types
Access to a personal computer, internet, and a cell phone, with the capability to regularly check and respond on multiple communication platforms
Reliable personal transportation or the means to arrange transportation when needed
Experience in leadership roles with Idaho Decompression, Burning Man, other Regional Burns, or similar festivals (volunteer or otherwise)

Preferred Skills (or a willingness to learn):

Previous experience in event production
Experience coordinating teams of people
Experience working with local municipalities and county permitting processes
Proficiency in Google Suite, Gmail, and Monday.com
Experience managing remote meetings, utilizing video conferencing via Zoom

Treasurer-Specific Preferred Skills:

Comfortable using Microsoft Excel and Google Sheets
Accounting experience

Secretary-Specific Preferred Skills:

Comfortable using Google Drive to keep detailed and organized records
Ability to quickly and accurately take meeting minutes, capturing key action items
Comfortable working alongside the Chair of the board in the creation of meeting agendas

Time commitment:

Year-round administrative duties: up to 5 hours per week
6 to 3 months prior to the event: up to 10 hours per week
3 months to 2 weeks prior to the event: up to 15 hours per week
2 weeks prior to the event: up to 25 hours per week
During event: early arrival before event begins, be on-call 24 hours, and must plan to stay until all participants have departed the event grounds, unless prior arrangements have been made with the Leave No Trace team and the other Producers.

Compensation:

Comped Entry for self +1 to Idaho Decompression 2025.

How to apply:

Review the job description, and then complete the application via our Google Form. We are interviewing starting in March, so apply today! Positions open until filled.

Interview process:
Applications will be reviewed by the current Idaho Decompression Producers and the Recruitment Committee. Selected candidates will be invited to interview with returning Producers and members of the Recruitment Committee. Final hiring decisions will be made by the current Idaho Decompression Producers. All applicants will receive a decision letter that includes feedback and suggestions for getting involved with the local Burner community.

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