Keeper Aide: Small Mammal House
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202-633-3102
Description
The Smithsonian's National Zoo’s Small Mammal House is home to diverse and exciting species such as golden lion tamarins, armadillos, porcupines and naked mole-rats. Keeper Aide volunteers help animal care staff prepare food, clean enclosures, care for plants in the exhibits and create enrichment.
New volunteers must be able to commit to at least one shift per week for a minimum of one year. Available shifts are from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Monday, Wednesday or Friday.
Application Requirements
Select applicants will be interviewed by staff, and those who are provisionally accepted will have background checks conducted, including fingerprinting, as a requirement for approval as a keeper aide. Once accepted, volunteers must submit proof of required vaccinations, including tetanus and a negative TB test, to the Zoo's health unit.
Training
Once accepted, new volunteers must complete online orientation training. Additional training will be provided on the job. There is a probationary period for keeper aides before completing the onboarding process.