What are the responsibilities and job description for the Zoo Camp Counselor position at Zoological Society?
Pittsburgh Zoo & Aquarium
Position Description
Position Title: Zoo Camp Counselor Job Code:
Department: Conservation Education
Job Grade:
Reports To: Zoo Camp Supervisor FLSA Status: nonexempt
Purpose:
Zoo Camp Counselors are responsible for working cooperatively with other Zoo Camp staff to create a fun and engaging zoo camp experience for our campers.
Essential Job Functions:
Responsibilities include interacting with campers ages 4-14 yrs., preparing daily activities, delivering daily lessons, facilitating games, activities, songs, and crafts, providing information about our animals, assisting with the presentation of a variety of education ambassador animals and supervising campers both in the classroom and throughout the Zoo. Performs other duties as assigned and directed.
Other Functions:
- Performs other related duties as required.
Performance Factors:
- Must have earned, or currently be pursuing, a college degree in Education or a closely related field.
- Must have or be able to obtain both the PA Child Abuse History and FBI Criminal Background Check clearances.
- Must be available to work June 8-August 14, 2026.
Education/Experience/Knowledge/Skills:
- Must have earned, or currently be pursuing, a college degree in Education or a closely related field.
Salary : $14