Description The Akron Zoo is seeking a Temporary Animal Keeper for a six-month paid position, 40 ... strong conservation ethic, in order to provide high standards of care for assigned areas.
6 Akron Zoo Conservation Educator Jobs Hiring Near You
Description The Akron Zoo is seeking a Temporary Animal Keeper for a six-month paid position, 40 ... strong conservation ethic, in order to provide high standards of care for assigned areas.
Partner with the Education Department to implement various on-grounds programming with the ... The Akron Zoo is poised for an exciting period of continued growth and development, with ...
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Partner with the Education Department to implement various on-grounds programming with the ... The Akron Zoo is poised for an exciting period of continued growth and development, with ...
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Grants Specialist
Akron, OH · On-site
The Grants Specialist, as a member of the External Affairs team, is primarily responsible for securing grant funding for Akron Zoo facilities and direct programs in education, conservation, and other ...
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Grants Specialist
Akron, OH · On-site
The Grants Specialist, as a member of the External Affairs team, is primarily responsible for securing grant funding for Akron Zoo facilities and direct programs in education, conservation, and other ...
Seasonal Guest Services Staff
Akron, OH · On-site
$13/hr
The Akron Zoo has positions available within the Guest Services department. Seasonal employees ... Team members will staff Ticket Counter and operate our ride attractions, including the Conservation ...
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Seasonal Guest Services Staff
Akron, OH · On-site
$13/hr
The Akron Zoo has positions available within the Guest Services department. Seasonal employees ... Team members will staff Ticket Counter and operate our ride attractions, including the Conservation ...
Temporary Animal Keeper - Hoofstock/Primate Unit
Akron, OH · On-site
$13/hr
The Akron Zoo is seeking a Temporary Animal Keeper for a six-month paid position, 40 hours per week ... strong conservation ethic, in order to provide high standards of care for assigned areas.
Temporary Animal Keeper - Hoofstock/Primate Unit
Akron, OH · On-site
$13/hr
The Akron Zoo is seeking a Temporary Animal Keeper for a six-month paid position, 40 hours per week ... strong conservation ethic, in order to provide high standards of care for assigned areas.
Temporary Animal Keeper - Hoofstock/Primate Unit
Akron, OH · On-site
$13/hr
The Akron Zoo is seeking a Temporary Animal Keeper for a six-month paid position, 40 hours per week ... strong conservation ethic, in order to provide high standards of care for assigned areas.
Quick apply
Temporary Animal Keeper - Hoofstock/Primate Unit
Akron, OH · On-site
$13/hr
The Akron Zoo is seeking a Temporary Animal Keeper for a six-month paid position, 40 hours per week ... strong conservation ethic, in order to provide high standards of care for assigned areas.
Akron Zoo Jobs Information
How easy is it to take sick days at the Akron Zoo?
Most people find it easy to take sick days.
80% of people report that it’s easy to take time off if they are sick.
Based on data from 5 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between April 2025 and July 2026.
80% of people report that it’s easy to take time off if they are sick.
Based on data from 5 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between April 2025 and July 2026.
Do people at the Akron Zoo feel treated with respect by their managers?
Some people don’t feel treated with respect by their managers.
40% of people say they’re not treated with respect by their managers.
Based on data from 5 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between April 2025 and July 2026.
40% of people say they’re not treated with respect by their managers.
Based on data from 5 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between April 2025 and July 2026.
Is it stressful to work at the Akron Zoo?
Some people feel stressed here.
40% of people say they often feel stressed at work.
Based on data from 5 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between April 2025 and July 2026.
40% of people say they often feel stressed at work.
Based on data from 5 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between April 2025 and July 2026.
Do people at the Akron Zoo recommend working with their team?
Only some people recommend working with their team.
40% of people report that they wouldn’t recommend working with their immediate team to a friend.
Based on data from 5 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between April 2025 and July 2026.
40% of people report that they wouldn’t recommend working with their immediate team to a friend.
Based on data from 5 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between April 2025 and July 2026.
Do people get support to advance at the Akron Zoo?
Only some people are given support to advance their career here.
In the last year, 40% of people report not being given support to advance their career here.
Based on data from 5 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between April 2025 and July 2026.
In the last year, 40% of people report not being given support to advance their career here.
Based on data from 5 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between April 2025 and July 2026.
Do people think the Akron Zoo’s headquarters understands what’s happening where they work?
Some people think headquarters doesn’t understand what’s happening where they work.
60% of people think that this employer’s headquarters or owners don’t have a good understanding of what’s really happening where they work.
Based on data from 5 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between April 2025 and July 2026.
60% of people think that this employer’s headquarters or owners don’t have a good understanding of what’s really happening where they work.
Based on data from 5 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between April 2025 and July 2026.
Do workers feel well informed about how the Akron Zoo is doing?
Only some people feel well informed about how the company is doing.
60% of people feel that they aren’t kept well informed about how the company is doing as a whole.
Based on data from 5 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between April 2025 and July 2026.
60% of people feel that they aren’t kept well informed about how the company is doing as a whole.
Based on data from 5 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between April 2025 and July 2026.
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Akron Zoo rating
8.4
Based on 5 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz
3rd of 37 rated wildlife parks and zoos
Job description
Description
The Akron Zoo is seeking a Temporary Animal Keeper for a six-month paid position, 40 hours per week. The goal of this position is to provide the opportunity to gain valuable husbandry experience within an AZA-accredited facility, as well as growth in depth of knowledge within specific taxa. We are seeking candidates with excellent communication and interpersonal skills and a mature attitude, as well as a strong conservation ethic, in order to provide high standards of care for assigned areas. Candidates must have the ability to perform physical work (which includes but is not limited to climbing and walking on uneven terrain; entering and wading into pools; climbing hills, stairs and ladders; wearing PPE; lifting up to 50 lbs.; and working outside in all weather conditions, etc.).
The position will be assigned to the Hoofstock/Primate unit, and will require working and progressive knowledge of animal care and welfare for hoofstock and primates. The unit includes SSP species such as Yellow-Backed Duikers, Tufted Deer, White-Faced Saki, Cotton-Top Tamarin, Golden-lion Tamarins and White-Cheeked Gibbons.
Requirements
A four-year degree is strongly preferred; a minimum of an associate's degree or equivalent is required. Must be available weekends, holidays, and for a flexible schedule and must be able to meet all other requirements of the job.
Position open until filled.
The Akron Zoo is an EOE and Drug Free Workplace.
Prior to start date, we require a negative TB test within the last year and a DPT vaccination. This temporary keeper position pays $13.00/hour.
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