Dive Volunteer Application Form

We are a zoo for all. Volunteer opportunities are almost entirely outdoors, may require being mobile for long periods of time, and are independent in nature. Volunteers have the opportunity to choose the dates and times that work best with their available schedule. The ability to write, read, and speak effectively is important, as is actively listening to others, asking questions to verify understanding, and using tact and consideration when delivering feedback to others. Volunteers frequently offer front line guest service to guests; a friendly personality is essential of all individuals regardless of areas of interest. Volunteers are expected to adhere to general Houston Zoo policies including restrictions on extreme use of jewelry or visible vulgar tattoos. We reserve the right to decline your volunteer application based on these factors. Please type "I agree" indicating you have read and understand these statements:*

Name*

First Last

Address*

Street Address Address Line 2 City State ZIP Code

Phone*

Email*

Are you 18 years or older? (You must be at least 18 to be an adult volunteer.)*

Yes
No

Have you ever been an employee, intern, Zoo Crew, or volunteer at the Houston Zoo?*

Yes
No

If Yes, please indicate when and how you were affiliated with the Houston Zoo, and your supervisor's name, if known:

Experience

List all diving certifications you currently have (open water minimun required)*

Please list the agency, what certification you received, and the date. Certification must be from NAUI, PADI, or SDI.

Date of your last dive:*

What emergency first aide certifications do you have?*

If none, put "none." Examples are CPR, First Aid, Emergency Oxygen. You can be certified by the DSO.

Please indicate the amount of time per month you would be able to dedicate to diving activities.*

The minimum commitment is two dives permonth, one supporting role and one diving role.

Please indicate what day(s) of the week you would be available to dive.*

Monday
Wednesday
Friday

Have you ever been a volunteer diver at another organization? If yes, please list the organizations you volunteered for.

How did you hear about our dive volunteer program?*

Is there anything else you would like us to know that was not covered in other questions?

Waiver

The Houston Zoo, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the Houston Zoo, Inc. not to discriminate against any applicant on the basis of sex, race, color, age, marital status, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, and disability, status as an individual with a disability, protected veteran or any other protected trait.

By typing my name in the box below, I agree I am applying for a dive volunteer opportunity at the Houston Zoo. I understand that not all applications are accepted to the program. If invited to volunteer, I understand I must pass a criminal background check, provide proof of a current negative TB test, attend a volunteer orientation, and sign a release of photo and liability. I agree to volunteer at least twice per month in accordance with Houston Zoo Dive Volunteer guidelines.

Next Steps

After submitting your application you should receive an automated reply email. If you do not get this email, your application was not submitted successfully (be sure to check your spam email folder). Please visit http://www.houstonzoo.org/volunteer for updates on the application review timeline. You will be contacted by a member of our team the month after we stop accepting applications.

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