Zookeeper Assistant
Education
Special Events
Gift Shop
Zoo Office
Horticultural
Volunteers are assigned to assist a zookeeper in one area, but may work in other
areas if the need arises. The minimum volunteer commitment is four (4) hours per
week during the school year and eight (8) hours per week during the summer. Preferably
volunteers will start their work day at 8am, when the bulk of the daily work is
carried out. Special circumstances can be taken into account upon request to the
General Curator.
Volunteers will be assigned based on the interests of the volunteer and the needs
of the Zoo.
The General Curator will work with individual volunteers to work out a schedule
that takes into account the needs of the individual and the needs of the Greenville
Zoo. Volunteers will be expected to work as scheduled; be on time; dressed appropriately;
and follow all procedural and safety rules as dictated by the Greenville Zoo.
Volunteers will be allowed to work at the discretion of the supervisory staff and
informed of any problems that may arise. If problems cannot be resolved, a volunteer
will be informed that their service is no longer needed.
Required Knowledge and Skills: Volunteers may be as young as sixteen
(16), but preference is given to college level students with an interest in the
biological sciences; Volunteers must possess good physical strength and endurance;
Must be able to follow written and oral direction, understand, apply good judgment,
and foresee and apply safety precautions applicable to the work; Must be willing
to work weekends, holidays, and occasional after-hours assignments as needed. If
accepted as a volunteer, you must provide proof of a negative TB test given within
the last year, and an current Tetanus vaccination.
Volunteers will be responsible for logging their own hours. Volunteer hours will
be logged daily in the Volunteer Log located in the staff break room.
Zookeeper Assistant Applications
Adult Volunteer
Application
Youth Volunteer
Application
Process for Volunteering
To apply as a volunteer, send a cover letter and application to:
zooinfo@greenvillesc.gov, call 864-467-4311,
or write to the Zoo General Curator, 150 Cleveland Park Drive , Greenville , SC
29601.
Volunteers will be interviewed by the General Curator and/or assigned staff member(s)
based on their interests. Once approved, the volunteer will work out a schedule
and begin their work with the Greenville Zoo staff.
SATURDAY PROGRAMS - Morning and afternoon sessions are held most
Saturdays during fall, winter, and spring. Volunteers are needed for Zoo Tots (ages
2-3) and Saturday Safaris (ages 4-9). Volunteers will help children make crafts,
play games, assist with animals, and accompany children on adventures in the zoo.
Volunteers must be at least 14 years old.
SCHOOL PROGRAMS - These classes, designed for grades K-12, occur
on weekday mornings during the school year. Help engage young minds with the world
of animals in formal classes. Assist staff with props, biofacts, and live animals
in teaching an appreciation of the natural world and the value of conservation.
Volunteers may also accompany staff to area schools in the ZooMobile. They help
with artifacts, materials, and animals. Volunteers must be at least 14 years
old.
ZOO CAMP - Morning and afternoon sessions are held from June through
mid August. Volunteers assist with crafts, games, and animals as the campers explore
the animal world at our zoo. Visit with staff behind-the-scenes to show how a modern
zoo works. Volunteers must be at least 14 years old.
DOCENTS - Year round. Docents interact with visitors to answer
questions regarding animals. May also help zookeepers with special projects such
as behavioral observation of animals. Docents must be 18 years or older.
Required Knowledge and Skills:
Volunteers may be as young as fourteen (14); Volunteers must possess good endurance;
must be able to follow both written and oral direction, understand, apply good judgment,
foresee and apply safety precautions applicable to work environment. If accepted
as a volunteer, you must provide proof of a negative TB test given within the last
year and a current Tetanus vaccination.
Docents may be as young as eighteen (18); Docents must possess good endurance; must
feel comfortable communicating with public in group setting and one on one; must
be able to follow both written and oral direction, understand, apply good judgment,
foresee and apply safety precautions applicable to work environment. If accepted
as a docent, you must provide proof of a negative TB test given within the last
year and a current Tetanus vaccination.
Process for Volunteering:
To apply as a volunteer, send a cover letter and application to:
zooed@greenvillesc.gov
or write to Zoo Education Curator, 150 Cleveland Park Drive, Greenville SC 29601.
Volunteers and Docents will be scheduled for and interviewed by the Education Department
once we receive the application. Once approved, the volunteer/docent will be assigned
a training date. Fees do apply for volunteers and docent training.
Education Department Applications Department Applications
Adult Volunteer
Application
Youth Volunteer
Application
Questions or To Apply: Contact
zooed@greenvillesc.gov, call 467-4850, or write to Education Volunteer Coordinator,
150 Cleveland Park Drive, Greenville, SC 29601
Special Event Volunteers will be involved with various jobs and activities essential
to supporting the success of special events. Duties may include, but not be limited
to, meeting and directing the general public, setting up for events, cleaning after
events, and other activities designated by the zoo staff.
Special Event Volunteers must be at least 16 years of age and posses good customer
service skills, the ability to follow directions in a fast paced, changing environment
and a willingness to work. A Volunteer Service Agreement must be signed prior to
volunteering.
Special Event Volunteer Application
Volunteers are needed all days. The greatest need is weekends year round from 9:30
until 5 on Saturdays and 1 until 5 on Sundays as well as weekday mornings (9:30-1pm)
during April and May. Assist staff with the operation of the snack bar and the gift
shop by helping customers, operating registers, stocking merchandise, preparing
and serving snacks and drinks.
Minimum commitment is four hours per day and eight hours per week. Qualifications:
Must be age 15 or older, demonstrate a sense of responsibility, and have the ability
to deal with zoo visitors.
Gift Shop and Concession Stand Applications
Adult Volunteer
Application
Youth Volunteer
Application
Questions or To Apply: Contact
zooinfo@greenvillesc.gov, call 864-467-4311, or write to Zoo Volunteer Coordinator,
150 Cleveland Park Drive, Greenville, SC 29601
Primarily on weekdays (hours are flexible) and a few evenings and weekends. Assist
office staff and administration with telephone inquiries, mailings, clerical functions,
preparation of newsletter, brochures, and fliers. Minimum commitment is four hours
per day and eight hours per week.
Qualifications: Adults only. Must demonstrate a sense of responsibility,
and have the the ability to deal with wide variety of assignments and people. Some
computer skills desirable.
Current Status: Volunteers are needed year round. Questions or
To Apply: Contact zooinfo@greenvillesc.gov,
call 467-4311, or write to Zoo Volunteer Coordinator, 150 Cleveland Park Drive,
Greenville, SC 29601
Zoo Office Applications
Adult Volunteer
Application
Assist in the maintenance of the zoo's extensive collection of live plants. Includes
planting, pruning, and all forms of plant maintenance. Minimum commitment is four
hours per day and eight hours per week.
Qualifications: Must be age 16 or older, demonstrate a sense of
responsibility, and have an interest in and some experience with plants.
Questions or To Apply: Contact
zooinfo@greenvillesc.gov, call 467-4311, or write to Zoo Volunteer Coordinator,
150 Cleveland Park Drive, Greenville, SC 29601
Horticultural Applications
Adult Volunteer
Application
Youth Volunteer
Application