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Overnight Ranger Supervisor
The Overnight Ranger Supervisor is a leadership role responsible for overseeing the nighttime operations of the ranger team to ensure the security, safety, and operational efficiency of the zoo after hours. This position involves supervising staff, monitoring zoo grounds, responding to emergencies,
Grounds & Housekeeping Supervisor
The Supervisor of Grounds & Housekeeping is responsible for the daily supervision of both housekeeping and groundskeeping teams to ensure the cleanliness, safety, and aesthetic appeal of buildings and surrounding outdoor areas. This position manages staff schedules, inspects work for quality, ensure
Zookeeper I, Wildlife Connections
Under the direction of a Zoo Supervisor, the Zookeeper is responsible for supporting the day-to-day operations associated with the husbandry and maintenance of the animals and their enclosures. This role exercises the highest standards of animal welfare, conservation, guest engagement, and scientifi
Vice President, Marketing and Insights
The Vice President of Marketing & Insights provides strategic leadership for Houston Zoo's marketing, promotions, events marketing, and consumer insights functions. This role is responsible for driving attendance, revenue, brand engagement, and audience growth through data-informed marketing strateg
Painter
The Painter is responsible for performing semi-skilled to skilled painting related projects and tasks for various structures and facilities at the zoo. Staff in this classification perform tasks using a wide variety of materials and components, functioning with limited independence and latitude conc
Zookeeper I, Primates
Under the direction of a Zoo Supervisor, the Zookeeper is responsible for supporting the day-to-day operations associated with the husbandry and maintenance of the animals and their enclosures. This role exercises the highest standards of animal welfare, conservation, guest engagement, and scientifi
Zookeeper II, Carnivores
Under the direction of a Zoo Supervisor, the Zookeeper II is responsible for supporting the day-to-day operations associated with the husbandry and maintenance of the animals and their enclosures. This role exercises the highest standards of animal welfare, conservation, guest engagement, and scient
Youth Conservation Programs Manager
Supports and mentors conservation education staff focused on cultivating and equipping conservation leadership for our community and support diverse and accessible conservation workforce development in the Zoo’s staff pipeline. Guides the development and facilitation of programs to inspire teens and
Supervisor, Animal Nutrition
The Animal Nutrition Supervisor works under the direction of the Animal Nutritionist and oversees the day-to-day operations of the Animal Nutrition Center (ANC), including the acquisition, preparation, and delivery of food items for the animal collection and the supervision of the staff performing t
Administrative Coordinator, Grounds & Housekeeping
The Administrative Coordinator, Grounds & Housekeeping, supports the department’s effective operation by coordinating administrative processes, recordkeeping, purchasing, communications, and other operational support activities. The position promotes organization, consistency, and visibility across
Administrative Coordinator, Grounds & Housekeeping
Senior Director, Media Relations & Public Affairs
The Senior Director of Media Relations & Public Affairs is a leader of the Zoo's communications strategy, public relations efforts, and internal communications. This role is responsible for strengthening the Zoo's reputation, increasing awareness of its mission and conservation impact, and ensuring
Ranger
The Zoo Ranger is a vital member of the zoo's Health, Safety, and Security team, responsible for ensuring the health, safety, and security of all guests, staff, and animal residents. Through proactive patrols, engaging guest interactions, and effective emergency response, the Zoo Ranger provides exc
Animal Nutrition Coordinator
The Animal Nutrition Coordinator supports the daily operation of the Houston Zoo's Animal Nutrition Center, with a primary focus on coordinating the zoo's browse program and commissary operations. This position oversees the collection, processing, and distribution of fresh browse for the animal coll
Operations Coordinator
The Operations Coordinator’s primary function is providing administrative support for all phases of activities and functions associated with program, project and divisional planning within the Conservation and Education division. This role acts as the first point of contact for external and internal
Membership Representative
The Membership Representative plays a key role in delivering exceptional guest service while supporting a variety of functions within the Membership department. This position involves rotating responsibilities, including cashiering, processing membership sales, and accurate data entry. The represent
Prospect Development Analyst
The Prospect Development Analyst is responsible for identifying, researching and analyzing prospects for gift cultivation and solicitation for the Houston Zoo. This individual will participate and consult directly with development officers to identify and qualify major donor prospects who have the p
Veterinary Technician
The Veterinary Technician is responsible for providing medical care and upholding welfare for a diverse collection of mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians, fish, and invertebrates, supports conservation and research initiatives, and departmental operations. Our Mission: The Houston Zoo connects comm
Zookeeper III, Elephants
Under the direction of a Zoo Supervisor, the Zookeeper is responsible for supporting the day-to-day operations associated with the husbandry of the animals and the maintenance of animal enclosures within a specified Houston Zoo animal program. This position will coordinate all program objectives in