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Volunteers at the Montgomery Zoo are very important people and play a vital role in the success of the Zoo. We are looking for energetic individuals, who want to volunteer in a beautiful and fun place. The Montgomery Zoo has a variety of volunteer opportunities that are interesting and fulfilling. Some volunteer positions interact with the Zoo visitors while others may work behind the scenes. Whatever the job, each and everyone is valued and provide a service for the Zoo that cannot be measured in dollars and cents.
Volunteer commitment has allowed our Zoo to improve, expand programs, generate community involvement and support, and assist Zoo staff in daily Zoo operations.
There are volunteer opportunities for adults, teens, groups, schools, businesses, and families. Volunteers ages 12-16 must be accompanied by a parent/legal guardian or a designated school chaperone. Volunteers under the age of 19 must obtain parent/legal guardian permission to volunteer. At this time we are unable to accept court-ordered community service. The Zoo offers flexible hours and a large variety of things to do!
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Take a look around at the various needs. We would love to have you volunteer with us at our next event!
Zoo Volunteer Serve Days
This is a single-day event where the Zoo invites groups of volunteers to help prepare the grounds and set-up for special events. Serve Day takes place four times per year on Saturdays, 9am - 4pm.
Zoo Special events
The Zoo hosts various special events throughout the year; including Zoo Weekend, Earth Day Safari, various Conservation Events, Zoo Fall Harvest Festival, Christmas Lights Festival, and others. These events vary in duties, but can including helping guests with games, selling tickets, helping at the various rides/attractions, or dressing in costume.
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Zoo Volunteer Serve Day (four Serve Days per year)
This is a single-day event where the Zoo invites groups of volunteers to help prepare the grounds and set-up for special events. Serve Day takes place four times per year on Saturdays, 9am - 4pm.
Serve Day dates:
-- Saturday, January 13, 2024
-- Saturday, May 4, 2024
-- Saturday, August 24, 2024
-- Saturday, November 16, 2024
Serve Day shifts (available each Serve Day)
Volunteers may serve multiple shifts or one, please register for each shift you plan on serving
-- Event morning shift: 9am – 12pm (noon) (3 hours)
-- Event afternoon shift: 1pm – 4pm (noon) (3 hours)
-- Event entire day: 9am - 4pm (break 12pm - 1pm) (6 hours)
-- volunteers are asked to serve the entire shift, shifts may not be divided
-- Snacks and drinks will be provided. Those volunteers serving all day, lunches will not be provided; however, a lunch break will be taken from 12pm-1pm.
-- If you have special dietary needs, please make sure to bring your food / drink for your own safety and well-being.
REGISTER FOR SERVE DAY TODAY!
IMPORTANT! Prior to arriving at the Zoo on the day of your serve, please complete and submit a ZOO VOLUNTEER FORM. If you are between the ages of 12-19 years old, you must provide parental and/or guardian consent.
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2024 Calendar year events
Zoo Weekend, March 16-17
This is a weekend, fundraising event at the Zoo where we literally need hundreds of volunteers and community members to make this event a huge success. Volunteers help operate games, inflatables, rides, sell tickets, greeters, and aid in maintaining the cleanliness of the Zoo during the event.
Zoo Weekend dates are:
-- Saturday, March 16, 2024
-- Sunday, March 17, 2024
Zoo Weekend shifts (available Saturday and Sunday)
Volunteers may serve multiple shifts or one, please register for each shift you plan on serving
-- Event morning shift: 8:30am – 1:30pm (5 hours)
-- Event afternoon shift: 1pm – 6:30pm (5.5 hours)
-- Event entire day: 8:30am - 6:30pm (10 hours)
-- volunteers are asked to serve the entire shift, shifts may not be divided
-- Snacks and drinks will be provided. If you have special dietary needs, please make sure to bring your food / drink for your own safety and well-being.
REGISTER TO VOLUNTEER AT ZOO WEEKEND TODAY!
IMPORTANT! All Zoo Weekend volunteers must register prior to arriving at the Zoo. All volunteers must complete and submit a ZOO VOLUNTEER FORM. Please bring the completed volunteer form with you on the day you are planning on serving. If you are between the ages of 12-19 years old, you must provide parental and/or guardian consent.
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Earth Day Safari Education Event, April 26
This is a conservation and education event designed educate and raise awareness concerning our planet's well-being, animal and plant life, and how we as humans affect the planet. The Zoo is looking for volunteers and community members to make this event a huge success. Volunteers help operate games, rides, sell tickets, be greeters, and aid in maintaining the cleanliness of the Zoo during the event.
Earth Day Safari date is:
-- Friday, April 26
-- 9am - 2pm
Earth Day Safari shifts (available Friday only)
Volunteers may serve multiple shifts or one, please register for each shift you plan on serving
-- Event shift: 8:30am – 2:30pm (6 hours)
-- volunteers are asked to serve the entire shift, shifts may not be divided
-- Snacks and drinks will be provided. If you have special dietary needs, please make sure to bring your food / drink for your own safety and well-being.
REGISTER FOR the Earth Day Safari TODAY!
IMPORTANT! Prior to arriving at the Zoo on the day of your serve, please complete and submit a ZOO VOLUNTEER FORM. If you are between the ages of 12-19 years old, you must provide parental and/or guardian consent.
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Military Appreciation Days, June 12-13
This is a two-day event honoring the proud military men, women, and their families that serve our country. The Zoo is asking for volunteers and community members to make this event a huge success. Volunteers help operate games, rides, sell tickets, be greeters, and aid in maintaining the cleanliness of the Zoo during the event.
Military Appreciation Days dates are:
-- Wednesday, June 12, 2024
-- Thursday, June 13, 2024
Military Appreciation Days shifts (available Wednesday and Thursday only)
Volunteers may serve multiple shifts or one, please register for each shift you plan on serving
-- Event morning shift: 8:30am – 1:30pm (5 hours)
-- Event afternoon shift: 1pm – 4:30pm (3.5 hours)
-- Event entire day: 8:30am - 4:30pm (9 hours)
-- volunteers are asked to serve the entire shift, shifts may not be divided
-- Snacks and drinks will be provided. If you have special dietary needs, please make sure to bring your food / drink for your own safety and well-being.
REGISTER FOR MILITARY APPRECIATION DAYS TODAY!
IMPORTANT! Prior to arriving at the Zoo on the day of your serve, please complete and submit a ZOO VOLUNTEER FORM. If you are between the ages of 12-19 years old, you must provide parental and/or guardian consent.
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Christmas Lights Festival
Christmas Lights Festival takes place December 6- 31, 5:30pm - 9:30pm nightly. Volunteers will help at the train ride, sky lift ride, museum, and Santa Hut.
Christmas Lights Festival dates are:
-- December 6-31, 2024
-- 5:30pm - 9:30pm nightly
-- Volunteers are asked to serve from 5pm until approximately 9:45pm
-- Volunteers are asked to serve the entire shift, shifts may not be divided
-- Snacks and drinks will be provided. If you have special dietary needs, please make sure to bring your food / drink for your own safety and well-being.
REGISTER FOR ZOO CHRISTMAS LIGHTS FESTIVAL TODAY!
IMPORTANT! Prior to arriving at the Zoo on the day of your serve, please complete and submit a ZOO VOLUNTEER FORM. If you are between the ages of 12-19 years old, you must provide parental and/or guardian consent.
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Education Department volunteers
Our Education Department acts as our Ambassadors and Outreach facility of the Zoo. Our Docents and Zooteens are trained to care for and present a select group of animals at school and public outreach programs; as well as, programs at the Zoo. If you are interested in becoming a Docent and Zooteen, please click on the appropriate link.
For more information about volunteering with the Montgomery Zoo's Education Department, please contact
-- zooinfo@montgomeryal.gov
-- (334) 625-4909.
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IMPORTANT THINGS TO KNOW PRIOR TO VOLUNTEERING AT THE ZOO
On the day of your serveWhere do I go? On the day of your serve, please arrive at the Montgomery Zoo’s Main Admissions Gate (2301 Coliseum Parkway, Montgomery, AL 36110). Please arrive at your scheduled serve time, and someone from our team will be there to greet you.
Important note: All volunteers must be at least 12 years old. Volunteers 12-15 years old must also have a parent/chaperone volunteer alongside them at all times. Anyone under age 18 must have parental consent. Anyone in your group not fitting these qualifications will not be allowed to volunteer.
Dress code: Please dress appropriate to work outside. Unless otherwise stated, volunteers will be working on various landscaping-type projects. All volunteers must wear closed-toe shoes. No flip-flops, sandals, and/or sliders. Shorts are acceptable; however, shorts cannot be shorter than two inches from the top of the knee. Should weather not permit outside work, projects may be moved inside; however, dress code remains the same.
Things you need: We will provide all the tools and/or gloves you need. Also, we will provide bottled water and snacks. If you have any special dietary needs, please make sure to bring that along with you for your safety and well-being.
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To Register as a Volunteer Click Here
Once you have register for any Zoo Volunteer time, please contact the Zoo Volunteer Team. Your volunteer time is NOT CONFIRMED until you have received a confirmation for the Montgomery Zoo Volunteer Team.
To contact the Zoo Volunteer Team, please see the information below. If you have any questions about volunteering the Montgomery Zoo, please contact us at
-- scpierce@montgomeryal.gov
-- (334) 625-4920.