Episodic Volunteer Form

Episodic Volunteer Form

Thank you for your interest in volunteering at San Antonio Zoo! Please fill out the following form which includes your acknowledgement of zoo policies. If you have any questions or need further guidance, please reach out to Liz Johanek - Volunteer Manager at liz.johanek@sazoo.org.

Contact Information

Name*

Phone Number*

Phone

Email*

Organization Name

If volunteering as part of an organization, please provide the name.

I acknowledge that I am at least 18 years of age.*

Select

Volunteer Assignment Selection

Please select which volunteer assignment you are interested in.

Department/Event*

Provide the name of the department and/or event you are interested in volunteering for.

Acknowledgement of Policies

Please read the following policies carefully and mark "Yes" or "No". At the end of the form, you will type your name as your digital signature.

I acknowledge that I am not an employee of San Antonio Zoo. I understand that being a volunteer does not in any way entitle me to a future position as an employee of San Antonio Zoo. Also, I understand that as a volunteer I am not entitled to any of the benefits of employment such as: salary, medical/dental insurance, or Worker's Compensation.*

I understand that San Antonio Zoo at any time may modify or terminate my volunteer status.*

I agree to release San Antonio Zoo, its Board of Directors, agents and employees from liability for death, illness, or personal injury that may occur to me or my property. I assume full responsibility for all risks.*

I understand that my volunteer assignments may bring me in contact with potential dangers. I accept this risk and will use good judgement and follow all safety instructions given by zoo staff at all times. I authorize San Antonio Zoo to use necessary first aid or to contact local emergency services to secure proper treatment as needed in an emergency. I acknowledge that San Antonio Zoo assumes no responsibility or liability for medical treatment provided pursuant to this authorization.*

I understand and agree to abide by the policy that as a volunteer, I may not operate zoo vehicles or dangerous (crushing or cutting) power tools.*

I understand that I am responsible for determining if I am physically fit to volunteer. It is recommended that volunteers consult their physician prior to undertaking any physical activity.*

I agree that I may be videotaped and/or photographed for use by the zoo or its partners in various forms of media. I accept that San Antonio Zoo will retain the rights to use these visual images and my name in any manner without compensation.*

I agree to be reliable and report on time for my volunteer assignments.*

I agree to attend all mandatory training sessions, orientations, and meetings.*

I agree to report to work free of weapons, free of alcohol and illegal drugs. I will not distribute, sell, possess or use illegal drugs, weapons, or alcohol on zoo grounds.*

I agree to check in with my Zoo Staff Liaison and follow all instructions provided.*

Zoo Staff Liaison

Please provide the name of your Zoo Staff Liaison, if known.

Volunteer Code of Ethics

Use of Volunteers Policy:

The achievement of the goals of the San Antonio Zoo is best served by the active participation of citizens of the community. San Antonio Zoo accepts and encourages the involvement of volunteers at all levels in the organizations. All staff and volunteers are encouraged to assist with the roles of the volunteers and act as advocates in recruitment of volunteers from the community.

Definition of a Volunteer:

A "volunteer" is anyone who, without compensation or expectation of compensation beyond reimbursement of expenses occurred in the course of his/her volunteer duties, performs a task at the direction and on the behalf of the organization. A volunteer must be officially accepted and enrolled by the organization prior to performance of the task.

Representation of San Antonio Zoo:

Prior to any action or statement which might significantly affect or obligate the organization, volunteers should seek prior consultation and approval from appropriate staff. These actions may include but are not limited to: public statements to the press, lobbying efforts with other organizations or on social media websites, collaborative or joint initiatives or any agreements involving contractual or other financial obligations.

**If a representative of the media approaches a volunteer or employee, it is the responsibility of the volunteer or employee to direct the media representative to the Marketing/Public Relations department immediately without further comment.**

Confidentiality:

Volunteers are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of all proprietary or privileged information to which they are exposed while serving as a volunteer. This is true whether this information involves a single member of the staff, volunteer, client, or other person or overall business of the Zoo. This is also true for photos and reports as they will need permission from appropriate staff prior to being posted on public media.

Service at the Discretion of the Zoo:

The Zoo accepts the service of volunteers with the understanding that such service is at the sole discretion of the Zoo. Every volunteer agrees and is expected to uphold the mission and policies of the Zoo. Volunteers also agree that the organization may at any time for any reason discontinue the volunteer relation with the Zoo or make adjustments in the nature of their assignments. If a volunteer develops a conflict of interest with any activity or program of the Zoo, whether personal, philosophical, or financial without regard to the Zoo's mission and policies, the volunteer must discuss the situation with their direct staff supervisor. The relationship with a volunteer who misrepresents the Zoo and does not report to their direct staff supervisor will be terminated.

Volunteers agree to use good judgement, seek and follow the directions of appropriate staff.

I agree to abide by San Antonio Zoo's Volunteer Code of Ethics.*

Policy on Alcohol Consumption on Zoo Grounds and at Zoo Functions

San Antonio Zoo has a license from the Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission that tallows us to serve drinks containing alcohol to our guests.

We know some team members/volunteers who are of legal drinking age may want to enjoy the privilege of drinking an alcoholic beverage on Zoo grounds. Therefore, this policy is written to protect the Zoo and its team members/volunteers from alcohol consumption that may endanger personal or animal health and safety and tarnish the Zoo's reputation.

Team members/volunteers are not permitted to consume alcohol on Zoo grounds when they have entered the property to work or volunteer.
Drinking in uniform is never permitted.
Only the CEO/Executive Director and Vice Presidents, at their discretion, may permit working team members and volunteers ages 21 and older to consume alcohol while at Zoo events or on Zoo grounds.

This is to certify that I have received and will read and become familiar with the Policy on Alcohol Consumption on Zoo Grounds and at Zoo Functions. I am aware that my failure to follow this policy may result in corrective action up to and including termination of employment.*

Emergency Contact Info

In case of emergency, please contact:

Name*

Relationship*

Work/Cell Phone*

Phone

Home Phone*

Phone

Signature*

By typing your name in the box below, you certify that you have read, understand, and will abide by the policies outlined above during your time as a volunteer for San Antonio Zoo.

Date*

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