This volunteer will set up and implement a simple computerized inventory system. This position could be a one time project or ongoing. Ideally the volunteer would be able to teach the system to the commissary employees and assist with basic maintenance. Animal unit volunteers support animal management staff in preparation of diets, cleaning of exhibit spaces, assisting keepers in approved activities, and creating environmental enrichment items for the collection. Environmental enrichment provides captive animals with stimuli necessary for psychological and physical well being.
Training takes place on the job.
Minimum age of 18 years, available for 4 hours per week on a regular schedule for a minimum of 6 months, ability to closely follow instructions, physically capable to perform strenuous work. Volunteers in this capacity will assist with the daily maintenance of the commissary, cleaning of spaces, and preparation of diets to be delivered to animal units. Minimum age of 18 years, available on a regularly scheduled basis, physically capable to perform strenuous work. There is no contact with the animals, although volunteers work in close proximity and can study their behavior. The majority of animal unit volunteer shifts are on weekday mornings, the waiting list for weekend shifts is approximately two years.