The Phoenix Zoo is currently seeking a part-time keeper for our Animal Resources Department.  Animal Resources keepers support designated public experiences by developing and maintaining animal cued behaviors and animal shows and programs.  AR Keepers daily duties include observation of and reporting on all assigned animals, routine husbandry, monitoring diets, performing assigned and approved Behavioral Enrichment activities and animal training procedures, conducting interpretive programs and animal stage shows, and engaging and communicating with guests.  

Minimum requirements for this position include a HS diploma with a preference for a BS degree in Life Science or equivalent experience, 1 year paid experience in work relevant to animal husbandry, experience in operant conditioning, ability to lift up to 50 lbs., valid driver’s license, and must be able to work outdoors in all types of weather.  The ideal candidate will be friendly and outgoing, and able to captivate groups of all ages and sizes.  All Phoenix Zoo employees are required to pass pre-employment background checks including a drug test, this position will also require annual TB testing.  

To view a more complete description and list of requirements and to apply for this position, please visit the Phoenix Zoo job page at:

http://phoenixzoo.org/careers/?AppliTrackJobId=618&AppliTrackLayoutMode=detail&AppliTrackViewPosting=1 

Resumés are not accepted for any Zoo position without an accompanying application. While postings may remain on outside sites for longer, once a job is removed from The Phoenix Zoo job page it is closed and we will no longer accept applications.  

The Phoenix Zoo is an EEOE/ADA employer.  
