Five Rivers MetroParks is launching a new campaign, "A Place for You" and we're kicking it off with several programs to get visitors engaged in our parks.
Wildlife Ambassador Animal Care Volunteers are needed to help us introduce our animal friends (snake, turtle, owl) to visitors of all ages at the first of these programs at Cox Arboretum.
In this shadow experience, staff will work with you to show you how to confidently handle and interpret the animals to the public.
Impact
Volunteers like YOU can share our conservation mission and the importance of healthy habitat for animals like them and people like us to a variety of audiences throughout our community.
Tasks
Under the supervision of staff, support and assist with the following tasks:
- Assist staff in set-up and clean-up of wildlife ambassador booth space.
- With the help of your staff lead you will:
- Welcome guests to the booth, introduce yourself and the wildlife ambassadors
- Provide excellent customer service to the public when approached with questions. Review talking points regarding the wildlife ambassadors in the Wildlife Ambassador Manual.
- Follow all safety procedures and ensure the safety of all participants. Alert staff when and if any issues arise.
Eligibility
This is an opportunity for individual and family-friendly Long-Term volunteers who are qualified Wildlife Ambassador Animal Care volunteers.
- GET STARTED: This opportunity requires Volunteer Onboarding (Profile, Volunteer Handbook Signature, and for those 18 and up, an eligible background check), and Wildlife Ambassador Volunteer Training. Simply click the blue RESPOND button to begin completing your qualifications or click here to learn more about becoming a volunteer.
Additional Notes
- Parking & Meeting Instructions: This opportunity takes place at Cox Arboretum MetroPark. View a map of Cox Arboretum MetroPark here. Volunteers should plan to meet the staff lead in the parking lot and help transport program materials and animals to the booth location.
- Cancellation: If you need to cancel a shift at the last minute or are running late, please the staff lead to make them aware.
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Environment & Physical Demands: Physical duties include walking, standing, bending, and lifting.
- If you would like to request a service accommodation in order to volunteer at this opportunity, please contact Volunteer Services at least 1 week before the scheduled opportunity.
- Dress: Please wear your green or blue volunteer T-shirt, if you have one, and your volunteer name badge.
Learn more about Programming with us on the Volunteer Position page! Have questions or need help getting started? Contact Volunteer Services at volunteer.services@metroparks.org or #937-275-7275 or join us at a Volunteer Open House.
