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Returning Volunteer Application

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Name*
Address*
Email*
Communication will be conducted primarily by email, directly with the applicant. Please be sure the email listed is one the applicant will be able to check regularly throughout the season.
Can you receive text messages at your phone number?*
n/a if not applicable
n/a if not applicable
Interview Availability*
Choose at least 2 dates and time blocks you would be available for your interview. You may select more than 2. Interviews will be virtual using Zoom and will last approximately 20 minutes. You will answer 10 questions and give a 3 minute presentation. Presentation guidelines will be provided with your interview confirmation email.
Training Sessions*
If selected, candidates must complete 2 on-line modules (1: Volunteer Orientation, 2: Conservation Foundations). Also select one of each of the 6 trainings below. Note: there are 3 opportunities to attend in-person, but you only need to select one of each.
Do you have any plans this season that would conflict with your Volunteer schedule such as a vacation, trip, job, camp, etc.?
Does the applicant require accommodations for any special needs for which Zoo staff should be aware?

Objectives

Are willing to learn how to mentor others?*

Upload documents

Adult: Provide a general resume. Youth: Provide a letter of recommendation from a teacher or non-related adult.
Accepted file types: pdf, jpg, png, Max. file size: 50 MB.

Considerations

Program Fee: There is a fee to cover the purchase of a uniform shirt, ID badge, and training costs. The fee for this program is $50 and is due on the first day of training.

Assumption of Risk: The undersigned acknowledges and understands that activities undertaken by the volunteer may involve a certain degree of risk of personal injury and injury to personal property, which may result from the volunteer’s participation therein. The undersigned further acknowledges and assumes all risk of injury and/or damage to the volunteer, which may result from any reason whatsoever.

Statement of Non-discrimination: The Niabi Zoo provides programs that are accessible to the public without regard to race, color, gender orientation, national origin, age, religious, or political affiliations, or disability.

Statement of Understanding: I understand that volunteering at the Zoo requires developing a unique set of skills through training, regular practice and a regular time commitment. I understand that I must attend all training sessions on the dates offered. After attending all required training sessions, I agree to commit at least 40 hours of service per season for the Zoo.

Agreement*