ZOO ANIMAL KEEPER ; Bc-

Salary: $5,455.00 Monthly
Location: Oahu, HI
Job Type: Full-Time Permanent
Job Number: 057267
Department: Department of Enterprise Services
Division: Honolulu Zoo
Opening Date: 09/13/2026
Closing Date: 9/19/2026 11:59 PM Hawaii
Max Number of Applicants: 100

THIS JOB POSTING WILL CLOSE ONCE 100 APPLICATIONS ARE RECEIVED OR ON SEPTEMBER 19, 2026, 11:59 P.M., HAWAII STANDARD TIME (HST), WHICHEVER OCCURS FIRST.

Start your rewarding career with the City and County of Honolulu today! Passionate about animal care and conservation? The Department of Enterprise Services (DES) is seeking dedicated Zoo Animal Keepers to provide exceptional care and support for our mammals, birds and reptiles at the Honolulu Zoo
. These full-time permanent positions are responsible for performing routine duties related to the daily care, feeding, and maintenance of animal habitats within the zoological park.

• Mammals

• Clean and disinfect assigned animal enclosures, habitats, and surrounding areas, including removing manure, refuse, and controlling pests and rodents.
• Maintain and landscape areas in and around animal enclosures, operating and maintaining tools, equipment, and vehicles safely, and transporting animal-related supplies within and outside zoo facilities.
• Prepare and distribute prescribed diets and supplements, and monitor animal food consumption for abnormalities.
• Observe and report animal behavior, health conditions, and unusual enclosure situations to supervisors while maintaining accurate daily and health records.
• Assist veterinarians and senior staff in treating, caring for, and rehabilitating sick, injured, or orphaned animals, and supporting animal enrichment and training programs.
• Maintain and repair animal exhibits, enclosures, and related facilities, and inspect conditions to ensure safety and compliance with standards.
• Perform other related duties as required.

• The Honolulu Zoo is a 7-days-a-week operation (Sunday through Saturday).
• Hours may vary based on operational needs.
• Must be able to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• May be assigned to work different areas.

Qualifications for Zoo Animal Keeper I positions are based on your work experience and the types of zoo animals you have cared for. For example, candidates with sufficient experience working with birds may qualify for positions in the Birds Section. Applicants who meet the qualifications will be placed on an eligible list for the specialty area(s) for which they qualify. This list may be used to fill current and future vacancies within the department.

Enjoy excellent employment benefits including generous time off (up to 21 vacation days, 21 sick leave days, and holidays), comprehensive health coverage, retirement plan, career development, and much more!

• - Vacation:
  Employees may earn up to 21 days per year.
• - Sick Leave:
  Employees may earn up to 21 days per year.
• - Holidays: 13 days a year; 14 days during election years.
• - Training and Development:
  Computer, career, and personal enhancement courses are offered; curriculum designed for employee, supervisory, and management development.
• - Medical, Dental, Prescription Drug, and Vision Care:
  Various health insurance plans are available. Premiums are subsidized by the City and deductible from pre-tax income for participants of the Premium Conversion Plan (PCP).
• - Group Life Insurance:
  No cost for eligible employees.
• - Deferred Compensation Plan:
  Invest in your future…choose to defer part of your pre-tax income for retirement.
• - Retirement Plan:
  The Employees' Retirement System (ERS) of the State of Hawaii administers retirement benefits for State and County employees.…