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

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…
Explore a career with the Reid Park Zoological Society (the Zoo)! We are seeking an experienced, full-time Maintenance Specialist. A minimum of three years of directly relevant experience in a commercial environment is required. The maintenance specialist role requires experience in multiple areas, with a focus in masonry and concrete work. About the Zoo: With a mission centered in…
Explore a career with Reid Park Zoo! We are seeking a full-time, experienced Maintenance Specialist - Painter. Three years of combined maintenance and painting experience in a commercial environment is required. 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…
Overview: Oversees care of a variety of dangerous and non-dangerous animals and habitats. This position will primarily care for ungulates, including Reticulated giraffes, white rhinos, Grevy’s zebras, Baird’s tapirs, and Speke’s gazelles, but may also care for small mammals and birds within the team. The position will provide high-quality care for the animals in their area as well as assist…