Where passion turns into a career!
Here at Reid Park Zoo, we inspire people to protect wild animals and wild places. As a member of the team, you will be expressing our mission, vision, and values in your day to day activity while being a part of the dynamic and diverse team unlike any other.
We offer a wide range of benefits for full-time staff including: two health insurance programs, two dental plans, free vision insurance, free life/ AD&D insurance, free Short Term and Long Term Disability insurance, 401k retirement plan with 4% employer match, free Employee Assistance Program, supplemental life insurance for self/ spouse/ children, paid sick, vacation and holidays, employee discounts, employee hotline and free family zoo membership.
To complete an application for employment at Reid Park Zoo, download and open our Application (PDF), fill in your information, save the form, and e-mail the application along with your resume to [email protected]. We require a resume and application for all positions. Incomplete submissions will not be reviewed. Positions are open until filled.
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We are an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse staff and improving diversity, equity and inclusion in our workplace.
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Zoo Keeper - Hoof Stock - Full Time
Come join us at the Reid Park Zoological Society!
Reid Park Zoological Society is seeking a Zoo Keeper for hoof stock. One year paid exotic animal experience preferably at an AZA accredited facility is preferred. This may include paid intern work. Positions are open until filled. We offer a full range of benefits including healthcare insurance.
Depending on experience, this Zoo Keeper position may oversee care of dangerous or non-dangerous animals and habitats. Less experienced Keepers may, progress to dangerous animals per management discretion. The Keeper will provide high quality care for the animals on their area as well as assist with habitat and night house maintenance. Variable shift work is possible. Animal care includes behavioral observations, positive reinforcement training, preparing and providing enrichment, cleaning, engaging with welfare committee as well as the supervisory and vet team. The Keeper will be responsible for daily record-keeping including daily reports, medication logs, welfare tracking, enrichment records, animal training records and area notes. The Keeper may work in a variety of animal areas and may be a swing or primary keeper of an area. Work assignments are subject to the hazards inherent in caring for wild animals in captivity.
The Society is a 501(c) (3) nonprofit organization whose mission is to support, advocate for and enhance the value of Reid Park Zoo and its mission to encourage commitment to the conservation of biological diversity and to provide educational and fun experiences for visitors of all ages. Reid Park Zoo is the largest attended cultural attraction in Southern Arizona with approximately 500,000 visitors annually. Be a part of a vibrant, growing organization as Reid Park Zoo implements an exciting master plan that will be investing over $60M in new exhibits over the next ten years.
To apply, please review the job description Zoo Keeper_ Hoof Stock and forward a resume to [email protected] No phone calls or visits please.
Come join us at the Reid Park Zoological Society!
Reid Park Zoological Society is seeking a Zoo Keeper. The Society is a 501(c) (3) nonprofit organization whose mission is to support, advocate for and enhance the value of Reid Park Zoo and its mission to encourage commitment to the conservation of biological diversity and to provide educational and fun experiences for visitors of all ages. Reid Park Zoo is the largest attended cultural attraction in Southern Arizona with approximately 500,000 visitors annually. Be a part of a vibrant, growing organization as Reid Park Zoo implements an exciting master plan that will be investing over $60M in new exhibits over the next ten years. No phone calls or visits please.
Overview: This Zoo Keeper position will work with Reid Park Zoos animal ambassadors which includes a variety of mammals, reptiles, birds, amphibians and invertebrates. The keeper will also work with the zoo’s squirrel monkeys, lion-tailed macaques and African Wild dogs. The Keeper will provide high quality care for the animals on their area as well as habitat and night house maintenance. Variable shift work is possible. This position requires a high level of creativity, innovation and a passion for best practice husbandry. Reid Park Zoo seeks a motivated keeper with strong work ethic and a commitment to improving animal lives in human care. Animal care includes behavioral observations, dietary analysis, preparing and providing enrichment and cleaning, This position will also participate in the zoo’s behavioral husbandry program, including goal-based enrichment and operant conditioning to increase choice and control for animals in their care. The Keeper will be responsible for daily record-keeping including daily reports, medication logs, welfare tracking, enrichment records, animal training records and area notes. The Keeper may be asked to support education programming as well as interpret a variety of guest experiences including behind the scenes tours and informal keeper chats. The keeper may work in a variety of animal areas and may be a swing or primary keeper of an area. Work assignments are subject to the hazards inherent in caring for wild animals in captivity.
To apply, please review the job description and forward a resume to [email protected] No phone calls or visits please.
Come join us at the Reid Park Zoological Society!
Reid Park Zoological Society is seeking a Trade Specialist – Life Support Systems. The Society is a 501(c) (3) nonprofit organization whose mission is to support, advocate for and enhance the value of Reid Park Zoo and its mission to encourage commitment to the conservation of biological diversity and to provide educational and fun experiences for visitors of all ages. Reid Park Zoo is the largest attended cultural attraction in Southern Arizona with approximately 500,000 visitors annually. Be a part of a vibrant, growing organization as Reid Park Zoo implements an exciting master plan that will be investing over $60M in new exhibits over the next ten years.
Overview: Operates and maintains the zoo’s aquatic life support systems. Also coordinates with the animal management and maintenance personnel for the routine maintenance of the systems to ensure a healthy environment for the animals. Additionally, repairs of water features throughout the zoo. This is a hands-on position in a fast-paced environment of a growing organization. Reid Park Zoological Society is an equal opportunity employer.
To apply, please review the attached job description and forward a resume to [email protected] No phone calls or visits please.
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