General Animal Care Seasonal Opportunity Submission 2026

WAIT LIST

• →May work in one of the following areas: Congo Expedition, Heart of Africa, Australia Region, North America/My Barn Region, Asia Quest and Elephants, Shores Region, Animal Programs, Animal Encounters Village, and Stingray Bay
• →May be responsible for care and handling of select animals and upkeep of their facilities within acceptable safety protocols.
• →May clean animal enclosures (e.g. rakes, hoses, sweeps, disinfects, removes manure, washes windows, building clean up).
• →Assists in habitat maintenance (e.g. mowing, weed whipping, pruning, raking leaves).
• →Assists in maintaining public viewing areas on Zoo grounds and buildings (e.g. picks up litter, sweeps, mops floors, cleans tables, benches, restrooms, walkways and windows).
• →May assist in operating contact areas under the guidance of keeper staff.
• →May prepare animal diets/drinks.
• →Observes animals and reports any behavioral changes to Animal Staff and Vets.
• →May deliver educational interpretation to the general public regarding animal behavior, habitat and conservation issues.
• →Assists in maintaining records and monitors health status of animals.

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• One year completed towards a bachelor’s degree preferred.
• BS in Zoology or related field preferred.
• New-Hire TB test required.
• Valid driver’s license with good driving record required.
• Prior animal care experience preferred.
• Must be outgoing and willing to talk to many different types of people.
• Excellent public speaking skills.
• Able to perform heavy physical work for extended periods of time.
• Able to balance multiple assignments successfully.
• Able to work in varied weather conditions (i.e. extreme heat, cold, snow or rain).
• Able to work in humid and/or dusty environments.
• Able to work with a variety of cleaning chemicals.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Able to provide excellent guest service by positively interacting with guests and upholding the Make it G.R.E.A.T. standards required.
• Able to maintain courteous and helpful behavior.
• Able to work in a team and/or individually with minimum supervision.
• Able and willing to rotate time within and outside of assigned region among animal care and landscaping/grounds maintenance, ride and environmental interpretation activities.
• Able to maintain appropriate employee appearance (see uniform guidelines in the employee handbook).
• Able to work flexible schedule including weekends, evenings and holidays.
• Subject to Drug Free Workplace Policy.
• Subject to BMV check.
• Subject to Criminal Background check.