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Zoo Crew Volunteer Program at Zoo Atlanta

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ORGANIZATION: Zoo Atlanta

  • 31 people are interested
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See our website to apply and for additional information: https://zooatlanta.org/program/zoo-crew-volunteer-program/

Our Zoo Crew Program is focused on service opportunities that support our facilities, operations, and animal care teams. These opportunities tend to involve less interaction with guests. The program is designed for those interested in a longer-term commitment.

Zoo Crew Volunteers can:
  • Assist in the Petting Zoo, facilitating guest interactions with the goats and sheep and helping to keep the area clean;
  • Volunteer with our Horticulture Team;
  • Volunteer with our Maintenance Team;
  • Create enrichment items for the animals;
  • Assist our animal care teams as Husbandry Aides (typically requires a weekly commitment).
VOLUNTEER REQUIREMENTS

Volunteers must:

  • Be at least 18 years of age and no longer a high school student.
  • Commit to six months of Volunteer service to include at least four service hours per month.
  • Pay a $30 orientation fee to defray the cost of a name badge, uniform shirt, and background check.
ZOO CREW VOLUNTEER BENEFITS
  • Opportunity to advance Zoo Atlanta’s mission and contribute to conservation
  • Continuing education opportunities
  • Opportunity to meet and build relationships with fellow Volunteers and staff
  • Discount on Zoo Atlanta Membership
  • Discount at Zoo Atlanta gift shops
  • Discount at permanent food outlets during Volunteer shifts
NEXT STEPS
  • Complete an online application, linked above. Online applications are screened for completeness and apparent support of Zoo Atlanta’s mission.
  • Accepted applicants must complete an online orientation, followed by an in-person training. Training dates and times will be provided upon final acceptance into the program and are offered approximately every two months.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

Please contact the Volunteer Supervisor at [email protected] if you have further questions about everything our Volunteer Programs have to offer.

Please note:

  • We do not offer one-time community court-appointed opportunities.
  • We are not able to offer job shadowing opportunities.


See our website to apply and for additional information: https://zooatlanta.org/program/zoo-crew-volunteer-program/




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About Zoo Atlanta

Location:

800 Cherokee Avenue, Atlanta, GA 30315, US

Mission Statement

We save wildlife and their habitats through conservation, research, education and engaging experiences. Our efforts connect people to animals and inspire conservation action.

Description

Zoo Atlanta is a 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to saving wildlife and their habitats. We dedicate our resources to conservation, research, education and engaging experiences to help connect people to animals and inspire conservation action. Learn more about us on our website: zooatlanta.org.

CAUSE AREAS

Animals
Community
Environment
Animals, Community, Environment

WHEN

We'll work with your schedule.

WHERE

Zoo Atlanta800 Cherokee Ave SEAtlanta, GA 30315

(33.734142,-84.37227)
 

SKILLS

  • Administrative Support
  • Animal Care / Handling
  • Carpentry
  • Horticulture

GOOD FOR

  • People 55+

REQUIREMENTS

  • Background Check
  • Must be at least 18
  • Orientation or Training
  • Time commitments vary. The program requires a minimum of 4 hours per month. Days of the week and assignments vary and volunteers are able to choose what best fits them.
  • Visit: https://zooatlanta.org/program/zoo-crew-volunteer-program/ to apply to be apart of our Zoo Crew!

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