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.

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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

Come join us at the Reid Park Zoological Society! Reid Park Zoological Society is seeking a Temporary Zoo Keeper on our Carnivore Team! Bachelor’s degree in a biological science, animal or zoology related plus one year of paid exotic animal care experience with dangerous animals. Alternatively, an Associate’s degree with three years’ paid exotic animal care. Either may include paid intern…
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, ensuring products are restocked as needed, and managing diet changes for a dynamic animal collection. Additionally, this position oversees live insect colonies and orders…
Explore a career with Reid Park Zoo! We are seeking an experienced Irrigation Specialist to join our growing Grounds Team! One year of irrigation installation, diagnosis, and repair experience is strongly preferred. With a mission centered in conservation, the Zoo is accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) and participates in over 50 Species Survival Plans for threatened and…
Explore a career with Reid Park Zoo! We are seeking an Events & Rentals Coordinator to join our growing team in anticipation of opening our Pathway to Asia expansion later this year! With a mission centered in conservation, the Zoo is accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) and participates in over 50 Species Survival Plans for threatened and endangered species. Reid Park Zoo…
Explore a career with Reid Park Zoo! We are seeking a part-time (25 hours per week) Office Assistant to join our growing team! With a mission centered in conservation, the Zoo is Accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) and participates in over 50 Species Survival Plans for threatened and endangered species. Reid Park Zoo cares for over 200 exotic animal species from around…
Reid Park Zoological Society is seeking a Grounds Keeper as the Zoo prepares to open its Pathway to Asia expansion! Come join our growing team! 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…
Reid Park Zoo, in Tucson, Arizona, seeks a Zoo Keeper (Float). This is a newly created position to support the zoo’s upcoming Asia Expansion. Responsible for the care of multiple species spanning a variety of taxa on various Animal Care Teams. With a mission centered in conservation, the Zoo is accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) and participates in nearly 100 Species…
Reid Park Zoo, in Tucson, Arizona seeks a full-time Zoo Keeper to join our team! This is a newly created position to support the zoo’s upcoming Asia Expansion. With a mission centered in conservation, the Zoo is accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) and participates in nearly 100 Species Survival Plans for threatened and endangered species. Reid Park Zoo maintains a…
Reid Park Zoo, in Tucson, Arizona seeks a full-time Zoo Keeper to join our team! This position oversees care of a variety of potentially dangerous and non-dangerous animals and habitats. With a mission centered in conservation, the Zoo is accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) and participates in nearly 100 Species Survival Plans for threatened and endangered species. Reid…