Part-Time Zookeeper

Job description

Aggieland Safari in Bryan, TX is looking for Part-Time and/or Full-Time Zookeepers to join our team. Our 250+ acre property resides at 18075 FM 974 and houses 600+ animals. Our ideal candidate is focused, hardworking, adaptable, and passionate.

This position primarily assists in our Adventure Zoo, which consists of a variety of exotic mammals, small carnivores, large and small exotic hoofstock, birds, and reptiles. Adventure Zoo animal care staff have the unique opportunity to work with most or all species housed in this section of our park, allowing for a diverse experience. This role will encompass all aspects of routine daily animal care and exhibit upkeep.

All animal care staff should also have strong interpersonal and communication skills as engaging with guests to answer questions and deliver educational information pertaining to zoo animals and conservation is a core part of this role.

Occasionally, select animal care staff also participate in our educational programs by hosting ambassador animal encounters, delivering keeper chats, and/or hosting guided tours. Zookeepers also contribute equally to park upkeep and perform various custodial duties across the park as part of a team effort to deliver exceptional customer experiences. All Aggieland Safari team members are required to undergo training in Guest Services (retail) and Park Services (custodial) as we place a strong emphasis on cross‑training and team collaboration!

• Provide daily care to all assigned enclosures/animals.
• Feeding, watering, and cleaning enclosures.
• Perform visual exams to monitor health of individual animals.
• Administer medications and complete associated log forms.
• Complete daily observation records.
• Commissary / diet preparation.
• Exhibit construction/furnishing.
• Prepare and deliver enrichment.
• Perform maintenance to animal enclosures as needed (fence repair, erosion control, mowing/weed-eating, etc).
• Engage with zoo visitors to deliver an exceptional guest experience via friendly interaction and presentation of educational information.
• Contribute to park-wide custodial duties.

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Bachelor’s degree in related field strongly preferred.
• At least 18 years of age or older.
• Legally authorized to work in the United States.
• Must have current, valid Driver License.
• One or more years in a progressive animal care role at a zoological facility, exotic animal operation, or other similar venue. Alternatively, experience in the veterinary field is also highly desired. (Volunteer experience may substitute in some instances.)
• Able to work a minimum of 20 hours a week.
• Available to work at least 4 weekend days (Saturday/Sunday) per month.
• Strong prior experience working directly with animals, especially in a zoo keeping / husbandry-focused role.
• Excellent interpersonal & communication abilities.

• Experience with record keeping practices.
• Knowledge of animal behavior, welfare, and/or training.
• Current CPR/FA Certification or ability to obtain.
• Available to work most/every Saturday and/or Sunday.

Eligible applicants must have open availability and understand that they are expected to work most weekends and holidays. Shifts are scheduled between the hours of 8am and 6pm. Eligible applicants should also be able to work in all weather conditions, as our facility consists of mostly outdoor exhibits and be able to lift to 50 pounds regularly.

Job Type: Part‑time

Average Starting Pay: $12.00+ per hour (based upon prior experience)

Working interview optional, but highly encouraged

• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule

• Bryan, TX 77808:
  Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)