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Published 1/16/26 6:07PM

Oakland Zoo - Zoo Ambassador

Oakland Zoo
On-site, Volunteer must be in or near Oakland, CA
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    • Details

    Available Times:
    Weekdays (daytime), Weekends (daytime)
    Commitment Details:
    Minimum of 120 hours per year
    Recurrence:
    Recurring
    Cause Areas:
    Animals, Community Development, Environment & Sustainability
    Participation Requirements:
    Attend Orientation
    Age Requirement:
    18+
    Other Requirements:
    Volunteers must attend ALL 3 days of training.

    Description

    Oakland Zoo - Zoo Ambassador

    Want to help Oakland Zoo in our mission to deepen connections with animals, save wildlife, and inspire champions for the natural world? Join us as a Zoo Ambassador!

    Zoo Ambassadors assist and enhance the guest experience, facilitating engagement with our animals and our mission. Key tasks include greeting guests, supporting wayfinding, informing them of amenities, and assisting with special events. Being a Zoo Ambassador is a prerequisite to becoming a Docent at Oakland Zoo.

    Requirements:

    • Zoo Ambassador Training Fee - $50
    • 2+ References
    • Proof of Tetanus vaccination

    Deadline to apply: February 6, 2026

    Spring 2026 training dates: February 14, 21, and 28. Zoo Ambassador candidates must attend all three days of training.

    Please contact volunteerapplication@oaklandzoo.org if you have any questions.

    Location

    On-site
    9777 Golf Links Road, Oakland, California, US
    Maddie's Education Center

    Please fill out this form

    Instructions:

    You can apply to be a Zoo Ambassador here: Online Zoo Ambassador Application. To get a full description, see the ZAM position description here.

    Please make sure all of the necessary documents are uploaded before submitting your application. If you have any questions, please email us at volunteerapplication@oaklandzoo.org.

    Applications for Spring 2026 are due on February 6, 2026.

    I acknowledge that use of the Idealist Applicant Tracking System is subject to Idealist's Privacy Policy and Terms of Service.
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