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: four health insurance plans (two feature an HSA with company contribution), two dental plans, 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, Legal Assistance program, Pet Insurance, supplemental life insurance for self/ spouse/ children, paid sick, vacation and holidays, employee discounts, employee hotline and free family zoo membership. We have 30-days waiting period for benefits eligibility.

Positions are open until filled.

For animal care and veterinary positions, please note that a current COVID booster, negative TB Test and proof of MMR vaccination are required.

Thank you for showing interest in the Zoo’s employment opportunities! By checking this site often, you can learn more about the Zoo and what we have to offer!

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.

Career Opportunities

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Reid Park Zoological Society is seeking a Grounds Keeper. 12-months grounds keeping or landscaping experience in a commercial environment, park, or public attraction is strongly preferred. Reid Park Zoo’s mission is to connect people with animals, inspiring the protection of wild animals and wild places. Be a part of a vibrant, growing organization as Reid Park Zoo continues to support local…
Come join us at the Reid Park Zoological Society! Overview: The Commissary Keeper is responsible for coordinating the diets for over 400 animals (and counting). This includes daily diet preparation, tracking product usage and ensuring products are re-stocked as needed, and managing diet changes for a dynamic animal collection. Additionally, this position oversees live insect colonies and…
Join us at the Zoo! We are seeking an experienced janitorial custodian to join our on-call, overnight team! At Reid Park Zoo, we don’t cut corners – we clean them! The custodian’s role is vital for health, safety, and creating a positive atmosphere for all employees and Zoo guests. The position does not have a set schedule. The On-Call Custodian provides custodial services as needed, on an
Come join us at the Reid Park Zoological Society! Reid Park Zoological Society is seeking an experienced part-time commercial custodian. Six months custodial experience preferred. This is a night shift position from 10 p.m. to 6:30 a.m. on Friday and Saturday. This position is open until filled. The Society is a 501(c) (3) nonprofit organization whose mission is to create inspiring memories…
Reid Park Zoological Society is seeking an experienced, full-time Event Technician to fill an important position on our Events and Rentals Team. Two years of commercial experience in carpentry, fabrication, décor, and lighting installation, construction, or other related trades is required. Relevant trades experience in a park or public attraction environment is strongly preferred. This position…