Volunteers receive a free associate level membership upon joining that allows you plus one guest to visit the zoo for free anytime you like. You may upgrade to a higher membership and receive a $55 discount at anytime. If you complete 50 volunteer hours during the year, you will continue to receive the associate level membership for free each year. Also, upon renewal, you will receive 10 free passes to hand out to friends and family.

Volunteers receive a 50 percent discount on all food and drink concessions when on duty. This discount is not available at concession carts such as Dippin’ Dots. You may also receive soda and coffee for 25 cents if you supply your own cup.

Volunteers receive a 20 percent discount on merchandise in the zoo gift shops.

Volunteers receive free parking and access to the zoo’s service entrance when on duty.

Volunteers receive free train rides while on duty. Must be wearing uniform and nametag.

Volunteers are welcome to access our Zoo’s Education Library.

Volunteers are recognized formally and informally throughout the year. All active volunteers are invited to the Volunteer Breakfast in the spring, National Volunteer Appreciation Week events in April, and the volunteer Appreciation Dinner in November. At this event, volunteers are recognized for milestone service anniversaries such as 5 years, 10 years, etc. and for service above and beyond their job descriptions. Awards and volunteer appreciation event are subject to change.

As a volunteer, you are able to access VIC Net, an internet-based program where you can view upcoming events and sign up for activities. Once logged in, volunteers can read e-mail, open links to PDF documents like the Zoo Bites Newsletter, see upcoming events and view their hours to date and other information.

VIC Net

Your e-mail address is your user name. A password is automatically generated for you.

Volunteers are required to maintain a Zoo Friends membership. As a member, you will receive the monthly email newsletter sent to all Zoo Friends. This will include upcoming events, classes and other interesting information.

• Be at least 18 years of age.
• Provide proof of a negative TB test.
• Ability to pay $35 joining fee at time of interview, which covers your background check fee, one uniform polo shirt and permanent name tag.
• Pass background check.
• Sign liability release form and handbook acknowledgement form.
• Abide by dress code and wear uniform and name tag at all times.
• Stand (unless in wheelchair) for 4 hours in all varieties of weather.
• Ability to work independently and follow instructions.
• Willingness to work outdoors and perform physical activity.
• Be physically fit (must be able to lift 30 lbs).
• Ability to communicate to the public of all age levels.
• Commit to a minimum of 36 volunteer hours per year.
• Attend all mandatory training provided by the zoo.
• Ability to communicate clearly and problem solve.
• Maintain an active zoo membership.

• Complete the volunteer application.
• Attend volunteer meet and greet to meet with the Tulsa Zoo Volunteer Manager.
• Pay $35 joining fee at the time of interview; this covers your background check fee, one uniform polo and permanent nametag.
• Pass a background check.
• Demonstrate proof of a negative TB test.

Please contact our  Volunteer Supervisor, Lisa, at 918-669-6222 or volunteers@tulsazoo.org