Adult Volunteer (Unpaid)

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Job Objective & Safety/Security Sensitive Designation

Job Description/Objective: Volunteers are needed to assist in many aspects of the Little Rock Zoo, including but not limited to excellent guest service and engagement, education programs, Zoofari Camps, exhibit interpretation, awareness days, biofact stations, and special events such as Dollar Day, Wild Wines, Zoo Brew, and GloWild.

Some Activities That May Be Performed Are

• Assisting zoo guests
• Directing school groups
• Helping with Zoofari Camp activities
• Facilitating craft tables for events
• Working registration tables
• Assisting with nature play areas
• Exhibit interpretation
• Biofact stations
  
  

Please note that some of these options may require additional training after being accepted as a volunteer.

This position is not designated as a safety/security sensitive position and is not subject to random drug and alcohol screening.

Essential Functions

For a complete list of essential job functions, please click HERE.

Minimum Qualifications, Additional Requirements And Supervisory Responsibilities

Adult Volunteers are required to remain active in the program, on a yearly basis. If a volunteer fails to meet this requirement, they will be put on a one-year suspension and will have to re-apply for the program, the following year.

Adult Volunteers can apply for the program throughout the year in preparation for orientations and trainings that are typically held each February and November. Following the successful completion of the adult volunteer’s first six months, they will have the option to apply to join the docent program or may choose to remain in the adult volunteer program.

Adult Volunteer Trainings (trainings will occur over a one day – 8 hour time span) and will cover:

• Zoo Orientation
• Codes and Safety
• Excellence in Guest Service and Engagement
• Signing up for shifts with Volgistics
• Information regarding additional training and learning opportunities
  
  

2026 Adult Volunteer Trainings will occur on May 9 and November 7.

Questions about volunteer programs? Contact us at jbriley@littlerock.gov.

Tuberculosis (TB) Testing/Surveillance Requirement: Volunteers who are interested in expanding their service to support animal care activities or participate in the docent program may be required to participate in the Zoo’s tuberculosis (TB) testing and surveillance program in accordance with applicable AZA standards. When required, testing must be completed within the first 30 days of beginning those activities. Any required TB testing will be at the volunteer’s expense.

Application Requirements

• Online applications only
• Applicant’s answers to supplemental questions will be used to screen for minimum qualifications electronically.
• Please include a complete work history when completing application. Work history may impact initial salary offer amount for the successful candidate.
• List of qualified applicants will be considered active for up to six (6) months and may be used to fill future openings with same or similar minimum qualifications.
• All communication regarding application status will be sent to candidates via text message/ email address listed on account.
• You may check your NeoGov inbox to review all notices sent to the email address associated with your applications.
• Applicants may check application status for any position by logging into their account at or contacting Human Resources at (501) 371-4590 if they are having computer difficulties
  
  

City of Little Rock temporary employees, volunteers or interns do not receive any additional benefits (leave, insurance or retirement/pension).

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Have you ever volunteered at the City of Little Rock Zoo?

• Yes
• No
  
  

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Please explain why you are interested in volunteering at the City of Little Rock Zoo:

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Are you at least 18 years of age? (NOTE: Adult volunteers must be at least 18 years old.at the time of application)

• Yes
• No
  
  

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Do you have public speaking experience? (i.e. teaching, training, giving presentations). Experience can be formal or informal.

• Yes
• No
  
  

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If yes to the above question, please briefly explain your experience:

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Please Indicate Which Of The Following Applies To You

• Currently enrolled in college
• Work part-time
• Work full time
• Retired
• Do not work and wish to volunteer
  
  

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Have you worked with adults, youth, or children in any paid/unpaid/volunteer capacity?

• Yes
• No
  
  

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If Yes To Previous Question, Please Describe Your Experience

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How did you find out about this particular position?

• LRJobs.LittleRock.gov
• Facebook/Social Media
• Arkansas Business
• KARK4/FOX16 Social Media Live
• Newspaper (Arkansas Democrat Gazette or El Latino)
• City Employee
• Friend or relative who does not work for the City
• Internet Search Engine (Google, Yahoo, Bing)
• Career Builder/Indeed
• Government Jobs
• Indeed
• College/University Career Page
• Career Fair
• Virtual Job Fair
• Career Counselor (Military or Goodwill, Workforce)
• Re-entry Program (Community Programs)
• Department of Workforce Services
• Professional Association
• Other
• Required Question