Vocational Service fosters and supports the application of the Ideal of Service in pursuit of all vocations.  Inherent in the Vocational Service Ideal are :

Adherence to, and promotion of, the highest ethical standards in all occupations, including loyalty to employers, employees, and associates, and fair treatment of those with whom one has business or professional relations

The recognition of the worthiness to society of all useful occupations

The contribution of one's vocational talents to the problems and needs of society

Vocational Service is the responsibility of both a Rotary club and its members.  The role of the club is to develop projects that help members contribute their vocational talents.  The role of members is to conduct their professional lives in accordance with Rotary principles and to share in projects which the club has developed.

Vocational Service evolved from the classifications principle - a feature originally unique to Rotary that limits active membership to one representative from each business or profession.  This one-member, one-classification system remains the basis for each Rotarian's personal obligation in Vocational Service - to serve as a representative of that classification within the club.  This knowledge and experience gives each club the resources to complete projects that address all aspects of the second Avenue of Vocational Service.

Vocational Service Committees

Career Development Committee : Focuses on helping people gain the skills necessary for employment.

Vocation at Work Committee : Oversees projects that increase employment opportunities within the community and promote positive relationships within the workplace.

Vocational Awareness Committee : Helps Rotarians learn more about the full spectrum of vocations.

Vocational Awards Committee : Recognizes vocational excellence and high ethical standards in the workplace.

Rotary Volunteers Committee : Encourages and facilitates Rotarian participation in volunteer activities at the local, district, and international levels.