Overview

If you're interested in serving on the Lighthouse staff team, you can apply for open positions directly from the website. The process is straightforward -- find a position, read the info, answer some questions, and submit.

Before You Apply

A few things to know before you start:

• You can only have one active application at a time. If you already have an application in progress, you'll need to wait for it to be resolved before applying for something else.
• If a previous application was denied, you're welcome to apply again later.
• You must be a member in good standing -- if your account has been restricted by staff, you won't be able to submit an application.

Finding Open Positions

1. Visit the Staff Page
2. Browse the available positions by department
3. Click on a position to see its details -- title, department, rank, description, responsibilities, and requirements
4. If the position is currently accepting applications, you'll see an Apply for this Position button

Not every position is open for applications at all times. If you don't see the Apply button, that position isn't currently accepting new applicants.

Submitting Your Application

1. Click Apply for this Position on the staff page
2. You'll see an information screen explaining what to expect from the application process -- read through it and click Continue
3. Fill out the application form -- every question is required, so make sure you answer each one thoughtfully
4. When you're ready, click Submit Application

The questions you see depend on the type of position you're applying for. Some questions are the same for everyone, while others are specific to the role or department.

What Happens Next

Once you submit:

• You'll receive an email confirmation that your application was received
• Staff will review your application and move it through the process
• You'll get email updates as your application status changes

The review process may include an interview stage. If that happens, you'll be notified and a discussion thread will be created where you can communicate with the review team.

Tips for a Strong Application

• Be honest and thoughtful -- staff reviewers are looking for genuine answers, not perfect ones
• Take your time -- there's no rush to submit. Think through your responses before hitting Submit
• Show your heart -- Lighthouse is a community, and we want to know who you are and why you want to serve
• If you've applied before, your previous answers will be pre-filled to save you time. Feel free to update them.