Part-Time Zoo Educator

Job Summary
The Texas Zoo is seeking a passionate and dedicated individual to join our team as a Zoo Educator. This unique position combines public education and animal husbandry, giving the right candidate the opportunity to work closely with both people and animals.

As a Zoo Educator, you will inspire guests through engaging programs, outreach events, and animal encounters while caring for our education animal collection.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years or older.
• Previous experience in interpretation, environmental education, and/or public speaking is a plus.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Strong organizational skills and ability to multitask, adapt to change, and prioritize effectively.
• Capable of strictly following policies and procedures and of learning species and resident animal information
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.
• Understanding of natural science themes, nature-play, and animal behavior.
• Physically capable of doing habitat maintenance and able to lift 50 pounds.
• Domestic and/or exotic animal experience is a plus.

Education duties include, but are not limited to:

• Provide daily scripted animal encounters and educational programs for scheduled groups, parties, field trips, and events.
• Represent The Texas Zoo at off-site programs (libraries, schools, special events, etc.).
• Manage the education run, including husbandry, feeding, and enrichment of the education program animals and working with the other educators.
• Care for and handle a wide variety of education animals used in programs.
• Assist with guided tours, respond to guest questions, and correct unsafe behavior when necessary.
• Deliver outstanding customer service to patrons, stakeholders, and the community.

General Expectations:

• Work collaboratively with staff, volunteers, and management, while also demonstrating strong independent work skills.
• Maintain flexibility to work weekends, holidays, evenings, emergencies, and special events.
• Exercise strong organizational, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Demonstrate professionalism, adaptability, and a team-oriented attitude.

Responsibilities:

• 55%- Zoo Education Program Facilitation
• 20%- Animal care, including feeding, cleaning, and habitat maintenance
• 15%- Program Planning and Preparation, event planning, meetings, and trainings.
• 10%- Other duties as assigned

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $10.00 per hour

Expected hours: No more than 32 per week

Benefits:

• Paid time off

Ability to Commute:

• Victoria, TX 77901 (Required)

Work Location: In person

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