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 apart of the dynamic and diverse team unlike any other.
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Zoo Keeper-Full Time
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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. To apply, please forward a resume to [email protected] No phone calls or visits please.
Overview: 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.
Zoo Keeper_ April_2018
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Reid Park Zoological Society is seeking a temporary Part-Time Zoo Keeper for Elephants for approximately 3 months. 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 position will oversee care of dangerous animals and habitats. The Keeper will provide high quality care for the animals on their area as well as assist with habitat and night house maintenance. 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.
Required: minimum 12 months experience as primary Keeper for dangerous animals/ hoof stock. For safety reasons, we cannot consider volunteer or apprentice only experience. Please do not apply unless you have the required experience.
Temp Zoo Keeper March 2019
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Reid Park Zoological Society is seeking a Grounds 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. To apply, please forward a resume to [email protected] No phone calls or visits please.
Overview:
The Grounds Keeper position is responsible for assisting the Grounds Department to maintain zoo grounds and keep them clean and attractive by performing general duties. This is a hands-on position in a fast-paced environment of a growing organization. Reid Park Zoological Society is an equal opportunity employer.
Grounds Keeper May 2018
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Reid Park Zoological Society is seeking to add a Maintenance Specialist to our Team. The Zoological 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 forward a resume to [email protected] No phone calls or visits please.
Overview:
The Maintenance Specialist is responsible for maintaining and repairing zoo equipment, exhibits, and other facilities. The successful candidate will have experience working in more than one area. This might include plumbing, carpentry, electrical, masonry, roofing, fencing depending on the needs of 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.
Maintenance Specialist Feb 2019
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Reid Park Zoological Society is seeking a Guest Services Associate. The Society is a 501(c) (3) nonprofit organization whose mission is to support, advocate for and enhance the value of Reid Park Zoo through Membership, Development and Special Events. Reid Park Zoo is the largest attended attraction in Southern Arizona with over 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.
Reid Park Zoological Society is an equal opportunity employer.
Guest Services Associate
Overview: The Guest Services Associate is responsible for cashier booth operation. Duties include but are not limited to: collection of admission fees, membership fees, donations, and other payments; distribution of maps and other promotional materials to our guests; and providing outstanding guest services.
The position builds and fosters relationships with Reid Park Zoo members, visitors and other supporters to build awareness of the value of Reid Park Zoo to its numerous constituents. The position is responsible for building guest relations and promoting zoo products and services.
Reid Park Zoological Society is an EOE and provides a smoke-free and drug-free work environment.
Guest Services Associate_Aug 2019
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