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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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Open Positions
Communications Coordinator - Full Time - Tuesday to Saturday
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Reid Park Zoological Society is seeking a Communications Coordinator. 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: The Communications Coordinator will collaborate with the Marketing team and other departments in the creation of all of communications materials including establishing goals, branding, messaging, strategies, and producing multi-media content. They will also manage the organization’s website, blog and social platforms while remaining consistent with the Zoo’s brand and voice.
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.
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Temp Zoo Keeper March 2019
Reid Park Zoological Society is seeking a Facilities Manager. 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. As part of the voter initiative passed in 2017, Reid Park Zoo has plans for over $60M in construction over the next ten years.
Overview:
The Facilities Manager will provide leadership & oversight of ongoing operations and facilities to ensure the highest standards with a focus on maintaining the Zoo’s physical structures, equipment and infrastructure through a focus on preventative maintenance, as well as repair and replacement programs. The Manager must possess an exceptional ability to lead and manage the Maintenance and Grounds teams and develop strong, trusting relationships in order to gain support & achieve results with impeccable integrity and a high energy level. The position requires broad knowledge and experience in project management, general trades, preventative maintenance programs and asset management. This is a hands-on position in a fast-paced environment of a growing organization.
Reid Park Zoological Society is an equal opportunity employer. This is a FLSA exempt, full time position. No phone calls or office visits please.
Reid Park Zoological Society is seeking a Grounds Supervisor. 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:
The Grounds Supervisor provides daily oversight, assistance and supervision of the Grounds Department, to ensuring the highest landscaping/horticultural standards and public and behind-the-scenes cleanliness. This position provides direction to staff, establishes priorities, assigns tasks, schedules work projects, manages budgets, procures materials, manages inventory, and provides quality customer service. This position is hands-on in a fast-paced environment.
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.
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Maintenance Specialist July 2018
