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Animal Keeper - Elephant Dept.

Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Garden

Cincinnati, OH • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 7 days ago

Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden rating

6.9

Company rating: 6.9 out of 10

Based on 5 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

17th of 33 rated wildlife parks and zoos

Job description

The Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden is seeking an experienced Elephant Keeper to join our Asian Elephant Program. This position plays a key role in the daily care, behavioral management, and long-term success of a multi-generational, breeding elephant herd. The successful candidate will have significant experience with protected contact management, operant conditioning, behavioral observations and problem-solving.
Additional consideration will be given to candidates with hands-on experience managing multiple herds, bulls, introductions, and calf management. We are looking for a highly motivated keeper who excels at teamwork and open communication, and who demonstrates strong situational awareness and professionalism when working with large animals.
Position Benefits:
  • Union negotiated pay rates, with a starting range between 22.27-28.65 determined by years of field experience.
  • 200 PTO hours accrued throughout the first year of service, 80 of which is loaded into the PTO bank upon hire
  • Competitive benefit packages and retirement matching programs
  • Employee Assistance Programs
  • Facility culture that highlights the following core values:
    • Collaborative Relationships
    • Pride, Passion, and a Sense of Ownership
    • Positivity and Energy
    • Accountability, Mutual Trust, and Respect
    • Progressive Thinking
  • Intentional professional development opportunities, for both animal care and "people" skills

Minimum Desired Qualifications:
Preferred candidates will have:
  • Minimum 3 years professional elephant care experience
  • Experience working with elephants in a protected contact management system
  • Demonstrated experience with operant conditioning and positive reinforcement training

Experience with the following is strongly preferred:
  • Elephant introductions and herd management
  • Breeding and reproductive management
  • Calf care and development
  • Elephant foot care and preventative medical training
  • Behavioral observation and welfare monitoring
  • EEHV monitoring or treatment protocols

Additional qualifications:
  • Degree in Zoology, Biology, Animal Science, or related field preferred (or equivalent experience)
  • Strong understanding of elephant behavior, husbandry, and safety practices
  • Excellent communication and teamwork skills
  • Valid driver's license and ability to meet CZBG employment requirements

Essential Responsibilities
Husbandry & Welfare
  • Provide daily husbandry care including feeding, habitat maintenance, enrichment, and behavioral observation.
  • Participate in a protected contact elephant management program following established safety protocols.
  • Monitor elephant behavior and welfare and report abnormalities to supervisors and veterinary staff.
  • Maintain clean and safe indoor and outdoor elephant facilities.
  • Support exercise, enrichment, and environmental management programs that promote natural behaviors and activity.

Behavioral Training
  • Participate in an operant conditioning program using positive reinforcement training.
  • Train elephants to voluntarily participate in husbandry and veterinary procedures.
  • Assist with development and implementation of individual training plans.
  • Maintain consistent communication with team members regarding training progress and behavioral changes.

Management
  • Assist in management of a multi-generational elephant herd, including monitoring social dynamics and compatibility.
  • Participate in elephant introductions and social management under the direction of supervisors.
  • Assist with breeding management and reproductive monitoring in coordination with veterinary staff.
  • Support calf rearing and maternal care management.
  • Participate in husbandry and training programs that support calf development and socialization.
  • Participate in preventative care practices including:
    • Foot care
    • Skin care
    • Blood collection and trunk washes
    • Behavioral medical training
    • Maintain accurate daily records related to husbandry, enrichment, behavior, and training.

Team Collaboration
  • Work collaboratively with elephant team members, veterinary staff, and other animal care departments.
  • Assist in training and mentoring interns, volunteers, and seasonal staff.
  • Maintain strong team communication regarding daily operations and animal management.

Guest Engagement
  • Participate in keeper chats, tours, and other educational programs.
  • Represent the elephant program professionally when interacting with zoo guests.

Working Conditions: While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; bend; climb or balance; lift, grasp; and negotiate stairs and ladders. In addition, the employee may be exposed to Zoonosis, chemicals, and outside weather conditions; Must be able to lift and move 50 pounds without mechanical assistance; must possess a valid driver's license (and insurable to drive a Zoo vehicle).
Position Details: This is a full-time (40 hours per week with benefits) Union keeper position, which is subject to the successful completion of a probationary and the deduction of union dues. This position requires weekend work with regular off-days TBD. This is a 4, 10 hr/day schedule.
The Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden offers a comprehensive benefits package including affordable medical, dental & vision coverage; 401(k) plan with company match; flexible spending accounts; generous paid time off (vacation, holiday and sick leave); company-paid disability & life insurance; park discounts and free passes.
To Apply: Cover letter & resume should be attached to your online application
Not familiar with Cincinnati? Check out the following:
  • Cincinnati Named One of the Best Cities in the Midwest for 2026
  • Cincinnati Region's Official Travel and Tourism Guide | Visit Cincy
  • Is Cincinnati a good place to live? Yes, and here's why - University of Cincinnati: Founder of Co-op, Leader in Co-op | University of Cincinnati

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