Seasonal Encounters Keeper

Seasonal Encounters Keepers

Flamingos, Budgies, and Psittacines, OH MY! From conducting informal presentations and behind‑the‑scenes tours with guests, to performing the daily husbandry tasks for our many species of birds, our Seasonal Encounters Keepers are always busy! The Indianapolis Zoo is seeking energetic individuals with exceptional public speaking skills to join our Encounters flock for the 2026 season. This position will work closely with a variety of bird species and ambassador animals assisting with husbandry and enrichment.

• Comfortability conducting informal presentations, chats, and feeds to the public throughout the day.
• Ability to work indoors and outdoors under all environmental conditions and temperatures.
• Ability to ascend/descend ladders, steps, and uneven terrain while maintaining body equilibrium while performing various jobs.
• Exceptional visual acuity and the ability to communicate, comprehend, and decipher information accurately using a two‑way radio.
• Interpretation responsibilities with mixed species aviaries and/or the flamingo yard.
• Perform daily husbandry tasks and manual work involving the care and maintenance of the animals and exhibits under this position's care.
• Must possess exceptional public speaking skills and provide outstanding customer service to our guests.
• Directly responsible for health and well‑being of the collections assigned to this position's care.
• Must follow all safety policies and procedures of the Indianapolis Zoo.
• Possible occupational exposure (Category B employee) to human blood‑borne pathogens; possible exposure to dangerous chemicals (e ખાતે chlorine bleach, cleaning agents, etc.). Must follow universal protection precautions and blood‑borne pathogens guidelines.
• Will learn and implement species quarantine procedures as directed by the Assistant Curator of Ambassador Animals & Encounters.

• Prior work experience involving animal care is strongly preferred. College coursework in a suitable animal‑related field may be substituted for experience.
• Prior experience with soft bill, psittacine, and/or flamingo is highly desirable.
• High school diploma or equivalent required; a bachelor's degree in a life বাদness area from an accredited university is strongly preferred.
• Professional attitude and appearance to visitors, volunteers, and coworkers; team‑oriented and temperamentally suited to work with the public and a variety of bird species.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.

Seasonal assignment of approximately six (6) months, 40 hours per week. Pay rate $13.00 per hour. Requires availability to work weekends, holidays, and overtime as needed.

Interested candidates must complete an online application and include a resume, cover letter, and salary requirements.