Facility
Phoenix Zoo
Closing Date
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Description
The Phoenix Zoo is currently seeking an Outreach Supervisor to act as a traveling ambassador and educator for the Phoenix Zoo. This position is responsible for designing, conducting, and coordinating age-appropriate educational programs about the natural world that are facilitated in a variety of settings away from the Zoo (such as schools, libraries, businesses, senior communities/care centers, corporate and special events, and birthday parties) and through distance learning classes based on academic standards and guest needs. This position is also responsible for efficient and effective logistical operations of these programs along with the recruitment, training, and management of the outreach team staff. This position involves extensive animal handling and requires completion of our zoo Animal Handling Certification which covers handling, transportation and presentation of program animals. In addition to supervisory duties for the department, the Outreach Supervisor also maintains program records and manages the inventory and supplies for the department.
The Phoenix Zoo was born of a spirit of community and the efforts of small group of dedicated volunteers, and carefully nurtured through the support of millions. We have enjoyed a truly remarkable first 50+ years. Come be a part of our next 50 years and inspire millions more, connecting them with the natural world in new and fascinating ways. The Phoenix Zoo Outreach Team strives to engage audiences about the wonders of our earth and the animals with whom we share it.
Education and Pre-requisites
Minimum qualifications for this position include a Bachelor’s degree in science or education along with a strong interest in the natural world, 1 year experience facilitating informal group experiences, experience working with children, teens, and young adults, experience handling animals, including birds, reptiles, amphibians, mammals, and invertebrates, experience in program development in a formal or non-formal setting, and availability to work a flexible and varied schedule that includes weekdays, weekends, evenings, and holidays. Out-of-town, overnight travel may occasionally be required. An ideal candidate will also have knowledge of Arizona academic standards and child development, management experience, strong skills in the areas of communication, time management and organization, and be bi-lingual English/Spanish.
All Phoenix Zoo employees are required to pass pre-employment background checks including a drug test, this position will also require a driver’s license, annual TB testing, and ability to obtain a Fingerprint Clearance Card.
Compensation and benefits
Not specified.
Application instructions
To view a more complete description and list of requirements and to apply for this position, please visit the Phoenix Zoo job page at:
Résumés are not accepted for any Zoo position without an accompanying application. While postings may remain on outside sites for longer, once a job is removed from The Phoenix Zoo job page it is closed and we will no longer accept applications.
The Phoenix Zoo is an EEOE/ADA employer.