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Tulsa Zoo

Zookeeper - Elephants/Hoofstock

Tulsa, OK · On-site

Tulsa Zoo Management, Inc. Your Role: Zookeeper - Elephants/Hoofstock Your Manager: Zoological Supervisor/Manager Your Pay Structure ( FLSA Status): Full-time, hourly/nonexempt Safety Sensitive: This ...

Tulsa Zoo

Zookeeper - Commissary

Tulsa, OK · On-site

Tulsa Zoo Management, Inc. Your Role: Zookeeper - Commissary Your Manager: Zoological Supervisor - Commissary Your Pay Structure (FLSA Status): Full-time, hourly/nonexempt Safety Sensitive: This is a ...

Tulsa Zoo

Zookeeper - WildLIFE Trek

Tulsa, OK · On-site

Tulsa Zoo Management, Inc. Your Role: Zookeeper - WildLIFE Trek Your Manager: Zoological Supervisor Your Pay Structure ( FLSA Status): Full-time, hourly/nonexempt Safety Sensitive: This is a safety ...

Tulsa Zoo Management, Inc.

Zookeeper Assistant

Tulsa, OK · On-site

Know and follow zoo policies and procedures, including emergency protocols. Supervisory Responsibilities This position has no direct reports. What We Expect Required Qualifications, Education and/or ...

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Tulsa Zoo

Train Engineer

Tulsa, OK · On-site

Tulsa Zoo Management, Inc. Your Role: Train Engineer Your Manager: Guest Services Supervisor - Attractions Your Pay Structure ( FLSA Status): Part-time, hourly/nonexempt Safety Sensitive: This is a ...

Tulsa Zoo

Train Engineer

Tulsa, OK · On-site

Tulsa Zoo Management, Inc. Your Role: Train Engineer Your Manager: Guest Services Supervisor - Attractions Your Pay Structure (FLSA Status): Part-time, hourly/nonexempt Safety Sensitive: This is a ...

Tulsa Zoo

Train Engineer

Tulsa, OK · On-site

Tulsa Zoo Management, Inc. Your Role: Train Engineer Your Manager: Guest Services Supervisor - Attractions Your Pay Structure (FLSA Status): Part-time, hourly/nonexempt Safety Sensitive: This is a ...

Tulsa Zoo

Mechanic

Tulsa, OK · On-site

Tulsa Zoo Management, Inc. Your Role: Mechanic Your Manager: Operations Supervisor Your Pay Structure (FLSA Status): Full-time, hourly/nonexempt Safety Sensitive: This is a safety-sensitive position.

Tulsa Zoo

Operations Technician

Tulsa, OK · On-site

Tulsa Zoo Management, Inc. Your Role: Operations Technician Your Manager: Operations Supervisor - Facilities Your Pay Structure ( FLSA Status): Full-time, hourly/nonexempt Safety Sensitive: This is a ...

Tulsa Zoo

Education Instructor

Tulsa, OK · On-site

Supervisory Responsibilities This position has no direct reports but will assist with the coordination and oversite of Zoo Teens. What We Expect Required Qualifications, Education and/or Experience

Tulsa Zoo Management, Inc.

Train Engineer

Tulsa, OK

Tulsa Zoo Management, Inc. Your Role: Train Engineer Your Manager: Guest Services Supervisor - Attractions Your Pay Structure ( FLSA Status): Part-time, hourly/nonexempt Safety Sensitive: This is a ...

Oklahoma City Zoo

Housekeeping Technician

Oklahoma City, OK · On-site

$14.48 - $18.10/hr

Supervisory Responsibility: Direct (0); Indirect (0) Primary Work Location: Zoo Setting both indoors and outdoors. Certification: N/A Other: Successful completion of a pre-employment background check.

Oklahoma City Zoo

Camp Assistant

Oklahoma City, OK

$14/hr

Assistant Director of Education Supervisory Responsibility: Direct (0); Indirect (0) Primary Work Location: Zoo Setting both indoors and outdoors. Other: This position is subject to pre-employment ...

Tulsa Zoo Management, Inc.

Mechanic

Tulsa, OK

Tulsa Zoo Management, Inc. Your Role: Mechanic Your Manager: Operations Supervisor Your Pay Structure (FLSA Status): Full-time, hourly/nonexempt Safety Sensitive: This is a safety-sensitive position.

Oklahoma City Zoo

Camp Assistant

Oklahoma City, OK · On-site

$14/hr

Assistant Director of Education Supervisory Responsibility: Direct (0); Indirect (0) Primary Work Location: Zoo Setting both indoors and outdoors. Other: This position is subject to pre-employment ...

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What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Zoo Supervisor, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Zoo Supervisor, you need a background in animal science or zoology, experience in animal care, and often a bachelor's degree in a related field. Familiarity with animal management software, safety protocols, and regulatory compliance systems is typically required. Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills help manage staff and ensure animal welfare. These skills are crucial for maintaining high standards of animal care, regulatory compliance, and effective team performance in a zoo environment.

How does a Zoo Supervisor typically collaborate with animal care staff and other departments to ensure effective zoo operations?

A Zoo Supervisor works closely with animal caretakers, veterinarians, education teams, and maintenance staff to coordinate daily animal care routines, ensure safety protocols are followed, and address facility needs. Regular meetings and clear communication are essential for managing schedules, responding to animal health concerns, and planning exhibits or events. By fostering teamwork across departments, a Zoo Supervisor helps maintain high standards of animal welfare and guest experience while supporting the professional development of their team.

What are the main responsibilities of a Zoo Supervisor?

A Zoo Supervisor oversees the daily operations of animal exhibits and staff within a section or department of a zoo. They are responsible for supervising animal care, ensuring enclosures are safe and clean, coordinating staff schedules, and implementing animal enrichment programs. Zoo Supervisors also help with training staff, maintaining records, and sometimes assisting with guest education or emergency situations. Their role is crucial in maintaining animal welfare standards and ensuring a safe environment for both animals and visitors.

What is the difference between Zoo Supervisor vs Zoo Keeper?

AspectZoo SupervisorZoo Keeper
Required CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; some roles may prefer related experienceHigh school diploma or equivalent; often requires animal care certifications
Work EnvironmentOversees staff and operations in zoo settings; administrative and supervisory dutiesHands-on animal care in enclosures; direct interaction with animals
Employer & Industry UsageZoos, wildlife parks, conservation organizationsZoos, aquariums, wildlife sanctuaries
Common Search & Comparison IntentUnderstanding supervisory roles in zoosAnimal care and daily zoo work

The main difference between a Zoo Supervisor and a Zoo Keeper lies in their responsibilities. Zoo Supervisors oversee staff, manage operations, and ensure safety protocols, while Zoo Keepers focus on direct animal care, feeding, and habitat maintenance. Both roles are essential in zoo environments, but they differ in scope and daily tasks.

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Zookeeper - Elephants/Hoofstock

Zookeeper - Elephants/Hoofstock

Tulsa Zoo

Tulsa, OK • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 16 days ago

Job description

Tulsa Zoo Management, Inc.
Your Role: Zookeeper - Elephants/Hoofstock
Your Manager: Zoological Supervisor/Manager
Your Pay Structure (FLSA Status): Full-time, hourly/nonexempt
Safety Sensitive: This is a safety-sensitive position. Regardless of whether you are a medical marijuana licensee, you must receive a negative result on a 10-panel, pre-placement drug screening to include THC, prior to beginning work.
The Zoo
Tulsa Zoo Management, Inc. (TZMI) is nonprofit organization driven by our mission of Connecting, Caring, Advocating for Wildlife, People, and Wild Places. From trumpeting elephants to squawking parrots, each member of our team is integral to the success of the Zoo as Green Country's largest paid daily attraction. At Tulsa Zoo, the IDEA is a zoo for all. We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected. Apply today for your opportunity to join our dynamic group of passionate individuals who bring the zoo to life each day, 365 days per year, caring for animals, interacting with guests, educating the public, and managing the Zoo's grounds, operations, and facilities.
A Few of Your Many Benefits
  • Free family-level Tulsa Zoo membership
  • Medical, dental, and vision benefits beginning your first day of employment
  • 401k
  • Unlimited virtual visits with a mental health therapist at no cost to you
  • Food, beverage, and retail discounts on zoo grounds
  • Generous paid time off plans

Your Job
Zookeeper - Elephants/Hoofstock is responsible for the daily care, maintenance, and observation of assigned animal collection and associated facilities. This position will be involved with exhibit maintenance, diet preparation, conservation breeding programs, veterinary procedures, animal training and enrichment, education programs, and addressing guests.
This Zookeeper position is focused in hoofstock. The ideal candidate will have strong working knowledge of large ungulate habitat and husbandry practices.
Your Essential Responsibilities
If you disclose different abilities, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable you to perform the essential duties and responsibilities of this position. Other duties may be assigned to you.
  • Daily cleaning of animal exhibits, service areas and holding units utilizing various tools, instruments, disinfectants.
  • Diet preparation and feeding such as restock, inventory, ordering feed supplies as needed and as prescribed. Maintain food preparation areas and equipment.
  • General maintenance of exhibits, service areas, and holding units such as fence repair, decoration, mister systems, automatic drinkers, shade cloth, filling holes, etc.
  • Maintain exhibits and holding units to ensure animal, keeper, and visitor safety, and in good appearance for public viewing at all times.
  • Design and construct exhibits/holding units by cutting and moving branches to plant or secure them to walls with dirt, cement, wire, nails; install nest boxes and barrels; attach burlap to cage walls to provide privacy; maintain plants in exhibits.
  • Capture and restrain animals by hand, net, catchpole, or by corralling them under direction of supervisor for shipping/loading or routine/non-routine medical procedures.
  • As assigned, assist Animal Health department with medical treatments such as prescribed medication/treatments, weighing/measuring, surgery, restraint/capture, and euthanasia of animals.
  • Daily observation of animal collection for injury, illness, aggression, stress, breeding activity, diet intake, behavior, enrichment, capture/restraint, prescribed medical treatments, in-house moves, acquisitions/de-acquisitions, and fecal consistency and maintain accurate record of these observations.
  • Maintains accurate records of daily observations of animal collection containing information regarding behavior, intake, fecal output, breeding behavior, aggression, behavioral enrichment, capture/restraint, prescribed medical treatments in-house moves and acquisitions/de-acquisitions.
  • Monitor life support systems including but not limited to water filtration, ozone generators, HVAC, and backup generators as needed.
  • Identify and communicate situations for repair and maintenance for the safety of animals, visitors, and staff as well as overall upkeep of the facilities.
  • In conjunction with animal care leaders including Behavioral Husbandry department, work with animal collection on a one-to-one basis such as crate training, practicing commands, clicker training, and orientating animals to new enclosures.
  • Apply appropriate techniques and opportunities for enrichment of the animal collections.
  • Under direction of animal care leaders, devise and implement breeding protocols, diet revisions, exhibit designs, and maintenance.
  • Research the animal collection and scientific journals, observe and recognize a variety of courtship behaviors, and create environments that induce breeding.
  • Assist in acquisition/de-acquisition of animal collection by crate training, crating of animal, loading, transportation, and shipment.
  • Train, assist, and oversee work of volunteers/interns and ensure their safety while performing these duties.
  • Fill in for zookeepers in other departments as requested.
  • Recognize signs of pest infestation in animal areas and combat pests/nuisance wildlife as directed.
  • Maintain area compliance with all local, state, federal, and international regulations and ensure standards are met (USDA, AZA, etc.).
  • Attend and participate in staff meetings and assigned training sessions.
  • Participate in visitor education programs, formal and informal animal presentations and outreach programs, scheduled keeper talks, and provide accurate information to the public.
  • Maintain necessary certifications as required (SCUBA, AZA Elephant Management, Nuisance Wildlife Control Operator (NWCO) etc.).
  • Maintain necessary testing/vaccinations as required (TB, rabies, respiratory mask fit testing, etc.).
  • Respond to emergency calls after normal operating hours.
  • Effectively communicate and demonstrate interpersonal skills with all levels of employees in a clear and professional manner.
  • Demonstrate and adhere to TZMI's workplace values.
  • Know and follow zoo policies and procedures, including emergency protocols.

Supervisory Responsibilities
This position has no direct reports.
What We Expect
Required Qualifications, Education and/or Experience
  • Must be 18 years or older, possess a valid driver's license, and be insurable on TZMI's insurance carrier
  • Must be able to work weekends, evenings, and holidays.
  • Bachelor's degree in biology, zoology, animal science, environmental resources, wildlife management or a related field from college or university; six months of exotic animal experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Generally, one year of full time exotic animal experience will translate to one year of college.
  • Ability to read and comprehend documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals; to write routine reports and correspondence; to communicate effectively before groups of customers, employees of TZMI, and the general public
  • Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals
  • Ability to work with potentially dangerous animals (i.e. large ungulates, carnivores, venomous animals) and around hay/alfalfa, and substrate indoor environments
  • Ability to operate various equipment and vehicles including but not limited to golf carts, utility task vehicles, large trucks, and farm/construction equipment
  • Microsoft Word; Microsoft Excel; Zoological Information Management System (ZIMS) a plus; Internet Browser(s)- Explorer, Chrome, Safari, etc.

What You can Expect
Our Values
  • We are enthusiastically committed to be part of the Tulsa Zoo community.
  • We will all work together as one Zoo Team to support the Zoo's mission.
  • We will value and appreciate everyone and create a safe, understanding, and welcoming environment for all.
  • We will all be accountable for achieving excellence.
  • We will earn the trust of one another, acting honestly and treating each other with respect.

Physical Demands and Work Environment
  • Moving about - constantly
  • Sitting - rarely
  • Standing - constantly
  • Reaching with hands and arms - constantly
  • Stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling - constantly
  • Climbing and/or balancing - occasionally
  • Exchange of in-person, phone, radio, or digital communication - frequently
  • Carrying or lifting up to 50 pounds - frequently
  • Pushing and/or pulling up to 50 pounds - frequently
  • Exposure to outdoor weather conditions - constantly
  • Exposure to high noise levels- frequently
  • Gripping, pinching, writing, and other hand movements - constantly
  • Exposure to strong smells - frequently
  • Work near moving mechanical parts - occasionally
  • Wet or humid environment - frequently

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