Seasonal Venue Event Staff

Join our Venue Event Staff for an incredible opportunity at the Bissell Tree House, hosting an array of events such as weddings, receptions, corporate gatherings, proms, and private parties.

Starting at $13.75 / Hour.

• Set up and transform venues for events.
• Guide guests and ensure seamless experiences.
• Assist with Zoo Rentals across different locations.

• Navigate entire zoo grounds.
• Push, pull, raise, or lower supplies and equipment weighing up to 50 lbs.
• Occasionally team lift/move up to 160 lbs.
• Remain stationary, perform frequent movements, or be mobile for several hours during a shift.
• Use stairs to access department office and supplies.
• Communicate effectively and exchange information accurately.

• Must be 18+ to apply.
• Must be able to work 20 hours per week.
• Must be available to work weekends and evenings.

• Zoo Membership (value $135) during employment.
• Free bus passes.
• Scholarship opportunities.
• Free lunches.
• Incentive opportunities for close encounters and behind‑the‑scenes tours (e.g., penguin feeding, bear encounter).
• Tickets to special events (e.g., Lanterns Festival).
• Reward‑based incentives, including free food and discounts at the retail store, zip line, rope course, and camel rides.
• Flexible scheduling (student & retiree friendly).
• Personal & professional development opportunities.
• Easy application process.

• Work in various indoor and outdoor environments; may be exposed to inclement weather, temperature and air quality variations.
• May be exposed to moving mechanical hazards; noxious fumes; blood‑borne pathogens; cleaning compounds; solvents; detergents; noise and other hazards.

John Ball Zoo is a drug‑free workplace under federal regulations. Reasonable accommodation will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.