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- Manages and interprets Giraffe Deck, Butterfly Garden, and other seasonal exhibits.
- Responsible for content and delivery of Education Department programming such as classes, tours, outreach, After Dark programs, and seasonal camps.
- Provides an entertaining, safe, engaging environment for Program participants.
- Responsible for organization and presentation of classroom teaching spaces and materials.
- Development of themed educational programs to Program participants.
- Communicates regularly and effectively with guests, volunteers, and Zoo staff.
- Track participant numbers and other impact data, including evaluation of programming.
- Work effectively as part of the Zoo Education Team, with staff, volunteers, and interns.
- Communicate with others immediately when responding to an incident or an emergency.
- Contributing professionally to a collaborative, innovative, and energetic work environment.
- Guest focus.
- Communication proficiency.
- Teamwork orientation.
- Stress management/composure.
- Problem solving skills.
- Public speaking.
- Current enrollment in certification or degreed program in Education, Biology, Environmental or Natural Sciences, Theatre, Recreation, or related field.
- 2 years of relevant experience or any equivalent combination of education and experience that demonstrates the ability to do the job.
- Previous experience developing environmental education programming.
- Previous experience working in professional child care, educational, entertainment or hospitality organization.
Supervisory Responsibility: None.
Reporting Structure: This position reports to the Education Manager.
Work Environment: This role will interact with large groups of children and adults in a classroom environment and on zoo grounds near animal ambassadors. When outdoors this position is required to work in various weather conditions including rain, humidity, and extreme heat or cold. The noise level in the work environment ranges from quiet to moderately loud.
Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
- Ability to sit and stand for long periods of time as well as be able to bend and kneel.
- Must be able to communicate over telephone and radio.
- Ability to lift or move 40 pounds unassisted.
- Ability to walk zoo grounds and operate a motorized cart.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Other Duties: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
- 18 years or older.
- Clear background check.
- Clear drug screening.
Benefits & Perks
The Memphis Zoo has a comprehensive benefits and employee perks package. Please see our Memphis Zoo Careers page for details.
EEOC and Inclusion Statement:
The Memphis Zoo believes that human diversity is as important as the biodiversity we seek to conserve. World-class zoos are comprised of world-class team members representing a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We value a diverse workplace and strongly encourage people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, and veterans to apply.
The Memphis Zoo is an equal-opportunity employer. Applicants will not be discriminated against because of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, citizenship status, disability, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, medical condition, or any protected category prohibited by local, state or federal laws. If you need to request any accommodations for the interview or hiring process, please let the Human Resources team (HR) know. HR can be contacted at [email protected].
The Memphis Zoo participates in E-Verify and is an EEO/ADA/Veteran employer.
All offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of pre-employment screening. Memphis Zoo is a drug-free workplace.
Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.
How to Apply:
Applications should be submitted via the Memphis Zoo Careers page. Please note that any other application submissions will not be considered. www.memphiszoo.org/careers.
