Edmonton Valley Zoo

The Valley Zoo offers its guests special events throughout the year. Get involved to help out at our functions like Easter events, Mothers' Day, Canada Day, Halloween Boo at the Zoo, and Zoominesence throughout the winter months. 

These opportunities usually involve crafting assistants, fire pit attendants, activity station helpers, photo booth assistants, and more! 

The Edmonton Valley Zoo is not accepting new applicants at this time. Please check back at another time for more opportunities! 

The Valley Zoo Development Society’s (VZDS) raises funds and promote awareness to ensure the continued development of the Valley Zoo.

This is achieved through the events and various programs that the VZDS runs throughout the year. Currently, there are three fundraising events that the VZDS organizes; Zoofest, ZooBrew and Zoominesence. Programs that the VZDS run include the Adopt an Animal program.

The VEA Program is no longer accepting new applications. Please check back in the Fall for new opportunities! 

Are you enthusiastic, outgoing and passionate about animals and conservation? The Edmonton Valley Zoo is recruiting Visitor Experience Ambassador (VEA) volunteers to add another layer to our visitors' experience during our Zoominescence event in the Winter months. Volunteers will guide guests around our festively decorated site, promote animal encounters and other Zoom programming, and lead interactive activities to educate guests about conservation work done by the zoo and its partners. This is a pilot program, and there will be an opportunity for successful applicants to continue volunteering in the new year. Applicants must successfully pass an interview to be considered for this position..

Responsibilities:

• Volunteers are friendly resources; they engage with guests by welcoming, directing, and providing general zoo information.

• Promote Animal Talks, interpreter-led activities and highlight any zoo news of the day.

• Lead  fun, interactive and educational activities for visitors of all ages

• Volunteers have access to a variety of activities that will be linked to conservation. VEA volunteers will educate visitors about the zoo’s conservation work, how we support our conservation partners, and how guests can get involved. 

• Educate visitors about animal care practices, such as enrichment, building and animal observation

• Volunteer Education Ambassadors approach visitors to start conversations to ensure visitor questions are answered or directed to the appropriate staff

• During special events and large demonstrations, volunteers will assist in controlling crowds and assist participants

• Notify staff of any situations that require staff attention

Requirements:

• 14 years of age or older

• Friendly and outgoing with the ability to start conversations

• A background in biology, ecology or environmental sciences is considered an asset, but is not required.

• A strong interest in Zoos and Conservation is required

• Successful candidates may be required to complete a Police Information Check