Volunteer Divers

Volunteer DiverWhat we need: Our volunteer divers assist with underwater maintenance and perform dive shows alongside 35,000 live animals that plunge guests into a tour of the world’s underwater ecosystems. By joining the volunteer dive team at Wonders of Wildlife, you can enjoy diving all over the world, right here at home.What you may do: Assist our team with underwater maintenance and perform dive shows that plunge our guests into a tour of the world's amazing ocean habitats.Skills & Experience: To be considered, applicants must have the following qualifications:Must be 18 or olderSCUBA Certification20 logged divesCPR and First Aid Certification02 Administration CertificationDive Physical CompletedVolunteers who meet the minimum qualifications requirement will also complete a dive skills swim test consisting of:Swim test skills (Completed in swim wear (not wetsuits) with no swim aids except for swim goggles):400 meter swim in 12 minutes or less25 meter underwater breath hold swim25 meter passive person tow10 minute water treadAvailability/Time Commitment:Please take note that Dive Operations at Wonders of Wildlife take place 7 - 10 am daily. There are limited options for afternoon dives, and no options for dive operations taking place after 3 pm. Divers are required to dive 2 times a month to remain active.Fun fact about the department:Volunteer divers logged over 1000 hours of service in 2022.ApplicationYou will need to fill out an application on our website at www.wondersofwildlife.org/volunteer/. If you have any questions, please reach out to our volunteer team!Volunteer Services Contact Info:Phone: 417-709-3900; 417-225-1181Email: wow.volunteers@wondersofwildlife.orgWebsite: www.wondersofwildlife.org/volunteer/Watch our video to learn more: Volunteer Diver Wonder