Temporary Animal Keeper - Animal Ambassador
Listed on 2026-03-01
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Outdoor/Nature/Animal Care
Animal / Pet Care, Veterinary
Temporary Animal Keeper - Animal Ambassador
The Akron Zoo is seeking a Temporary Animal Keeper in the Education Department for a six-month paid position (40 hours per week). The candidate should have excellent communication skills, interpersonal skills, and a mature attitude to work exclusively with the Animal Ambassadors. This position is responsible to provide husbandry, training, and enrichment; as well as providing public programing to a variety of audiences on zoo grounds with the bulk of the programing occurring during the spring and summer season.
Successful candidates must be comfortable speaking to audiences of all ages.
- Current Hours worked: 8:00am to 5:00pm
- Hourly rate: $13.00/hr.
- Initial Days off:
Wednesday-Thursday
A minimum of six months of animal care experience at an AZA facility and a four-year degree is preferred. A minimum of three years of progressive work experience is strongly preferred as well as prior show/educational experience. Must be available weekends, holidays, and for a flexible schedule and must be able to meet all other requirements of the job.
Proof of a negative TB test and tetanus vaccine are needed.
The Akron Zoo is a Drug-Free Workplace and an EOE.
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