Volunteer Application

Thank you for your interest in volunteering at Center for Wildlife! Volunteers are the backbone of the Center and provide valuable care and support to our staff, interns, and apprentices so that together, we can achieve our mission of building a sustainable future for wildlife. Whether you are interested in volunteering in our medical clinic with dishes and laundry, helping on our education committee, or promoting our fundraising efforts, we are grateful for your support!

Please complete each of the fields below. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Contact Information

Name

First Name

Last Name

Date of Birth

(mm/dd/yyyy)

Address

Address Line 1

Address Line 2

City

State/Province

ZIP/Postal Code

Country

Preferred Phone

Verify Email

Current Occupation

Employer/School (if applicable)

Emergency Contacts

Emergency Contact Name #1

First Name

Last Name

Relation

Phone

Emergency Contact #2

First Name

Last Name

Relation

Phone

General

How did you find out about Center for Wildlife?

Which volunteer role are you most interested in?

Medical Clinic (Not Accepting Applications)

Baby Animal Support (Not Accepting Applications)

Ambassador Care

Nature Center

Fundraising

Facilities

Hotline and Admissions

What area(s) of fundraising most interest you?

Select all that apply.

Grant Writing

Special Events

Annual Appeal/Operating Support

Capital Campaign

Business Sponsorships

Development Committee

What area(s) of facilities maintenance most interest you?

Select all that apply.

Snow removal

Landscaping

Carpentry/handywork

Plumbing

Electrical

Small engine/mechanical repair

Do you have any relevant certifications, degrees, or licenses? If so, please explain.

Why are you excited to volunteer at Center for Wildlife?

What do you hope to gain from your volunteer experience?

What relevant abilities or skills are you able to offer as a volunteer?

Based on the role you are interested in, this could include prior wildlife/animal handling experience, public speaking, educating, fundraising, writing, technical skills, use of power tools, etc.

Describe a time when you successfully handled a stressful conversation or situation with someone you didn't know.

How would you rate your knowledge of native species and ecology?

Excellent

Fair

Average

Poor

Not sure

How would you rate your knowledge of wildlife habitat needs?

Excellent

Fair

Average

Poor

Not sure

What is your work style?

Independent

Require a partner

Best in groups

Work well independently or in groups

Are you comfortable leading groups?

Yes

Do you have any of your own equipment? If so, please list below.

Are you comfortable working with a cash register and taking payments?

Yes

Are you comfortable correcting inappropriate or unsafe visitor behavior?

Yes

Rate your data entry skills, including speed and accuracy.

Extremely proficient

Better than average

Average

Below average

How comfortable are you handling wildlife, including snakes and reptiles?

Very comfortable

Somewhat comfortable

Not very comfortable

I have no idea

Do you have any medical conditions we should be aware of?

(Asthma, allergies, etc.)

Have you had a tetanus shot within the last 10 years?

Yes

Do you have your own transportation to/from the Center?

Yes

Are you able to make a 4-hr/week commitment for 3 months?

We prefer to maintain similar schedules each week, but can be flexible to accommodate other commitments (family, job, school, etc.)

Yes

Are you able to make a 4-hr/week commitment for 6 months?

We prefer to maintain similar schedules each week, but can be flexible to accommodate other commitments (family, job, school, etc.)

Yes

What level of commitment are you able to provide?

2-4 hrs weekly

4-6 hrs monthly

On call/as needed (for emergencies, snow removal, etc.)

For on call or ad hoc projects, how much advanced notice do you require?

1 week or longer

1-2 days

Same day

What day(s) are you generally available to volunteer?

Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Which block(s) of time generally work best for you?

Early morning (7:00a - 11:00a)

Mid-morning (9:00a - 1:00p)

Mid-day (11:00a - 3:00p)

Early afternoon (1:00p - 5:00p)

Late afternoon (3:00p - 7:00p)

Evening (5:00p - 9:00p)

Center for Wildlife Volunteer Policy Agreement

The Center for Wildlife may conduct a background or reference check (or both). If so, then you agree to cooperate fully in those procedures. By entering your name above, you state that you understand the policies outlined and agree to follow them while volunteering at the Center for Wildlife. All volunteers must be at least 18 years of age. The Center for Wildlife reserves the right to terminate the volunteer contract at any given time. Volunteers must abide by the rules and regulations as stated in the Center for Wildlife handbook and Wildlife Rehabilitators Code of Ethics. Volunteers are required to follow instructions and directions given to them by staff and supervisors. All volunteers must have signed the Hold Harmless form and have up to date paperwork with emergency contact numbers. All volunteers must have had a tetanus shot in the last 5-10 years. All volunteers must sign up in advance for a scheduled time and if circumstances prevent them from attending, must notify a staff member by calling Center for Wildlife as soon as possible. If a volunteer is injured at the Center for Wildlife, they agree to notify a staff member immediately. No visitors are to accompany a volunteer unless a staff member is notified ahead of time, and visitors are only allowed to visit educational animals that are on display. Patients in the clinic are off-limits to any visitors, no exceptions!