The Phoenix Zoo is currently seeking a full-time Relief Keeper II.  Relief Keepers work in all areas and they must be knowledgeable and comfortable working with all species on a regular basis.  Keepers are expected to observe and report on all assigned animals paying special attention to health, safety, dietary consumption, and behavioral abnormalities.  Relief Keepers also perform routine husbandry, provide approved behavioral enrichment and animal training, and make recommendations pertaining to seasonal adjustments.  Keeper II’s must demonstrate significant knowledge of Standard Operating Procedures, be able to provide advice pertaining to the amendment of SOP’s, and assist in training staff on the SOP’s.  Keepers are expected to interact with the public and provide positive guest experiences for guests of all ages.  

Minimum requirements for this position include 2 years paid experience in work relevant to animal husbandry in an AZA accredited institution or related facility, HS diploma required with a preference for a BS degree in Life Science or equivalent, behavioral enrichment or operant conditioning experience and a valid driver’s license.   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=603&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.  
