Kansas City Zoo Jobs Information

Take your kids to Kansas City Zoo that is home to more than 1000 animals, covering an area of more than 200 acres. All the adventures and animals are nestled in naturalistic settings. Visit the new star of Kansas City Zoo - Nikita at New Polar Bear Passage and watch he swims in the new 140,000 gallon pool with ease. Have a view at the elephants, African animal exhibits, and other marvelous animal collections. Kansas City Zoo also features outstanding educational opportunities, like overnight safaris for children, family and classrooms.

The zoo is not only a fun place for entertainment. It is also one of the most adventurous places to work. If you're looking for a challenging and unique career opportunity offering a whole lot of fun and excellent teamwork spirits, Kansas City Zoo is the right place for you.

Kansas City Zoo offers several employment opportunities currently. Remember the minimum age for zoo employment is no less than 16.

1) Admissions Manager

Kansas City Zoo needs one Admissions Manager for day-to-day operation of guest relations and admissions. This full time position may require weekends and some evenings due to the onerous duties and responsibilities. To qualify for the position, college degree and three to five years of management experience are preferred. Additional requirements are put toward: physical effort, basic skills, decision making & supervision abilities and EQ.

Responsibilities and Requirements for Admissions Manager

http://tbe.taleo.net/NA6/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=KCZOO&cws=1&rid=548

2) Director of Guest Services

This is a full time position with benefits. The overall function is to manage and direct guest service operations for the zoo, including admissions, food & beverages, retail and rides. To apply for the position, Bachelor's degree and 5-year management experience are favored. Practical experience can work in lieu degree. In the same way, the position has many other requirements on skills and interpersonal & negotiating abilities.

Director of Guest Services

http://tbe.taleo.net/NA6/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=KCZOO&cws=1&rid=546

3) Food & Beverage Manager

The Food & Beverage Manager takes charge of the operations of the Food & Beverage Department at the Kansas City Zoo. High school graduates with 5-year progressive experience in food service management enjoy preferences. Applicants must be able to work on holidays, weekends and evening or extended hours. Check out the website to get more info on the position.

Food & Beverage Manager

http://tbe.taleo.net/NA6/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=KCZOO&cws=1&rid=507

4) PR & Marketing Manager

PR & Marketing Manager for Kansas City Zoo manages essential pieces of zoo's public relations and marketing plan. The position puts focus on organization and relationship building. Critical thinking and writing skills in a fast-paced growing ever-changing organization are essential. Applicants must have a college degree in marketing, journalism or related fields and minimum 2-year related experience.

Duties and Needed Skills for PR & Marketing Manager

http://tbe.taleo.net/NA6/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=KCZOO&cws=1&rid=540

5) Retail Assistant Manager

The main duty for Retail Assistant Manager is to assist Retail Operations Manager in everyday operations of gifts shops at the zoo, with a purpose to provide excellent customer service and maximize profits. A valid driver's license and excellent leadership skills are required. Other requirements include 2-year related supervisory experience and high school degree or equivalents.

Details for Retail Assistant Manager

http://tbe.taleo.net/NA6/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=KCZOO&cws=1&rid=554

6) Seasonal Assistant Reservationist (part-time)

An Assistant Reservationist works for dissemination and performance of educational programs, including the assistance of school groups during field trips at the zoo. A high school diploma is required. Candidates with formal and informal education programming practices are given first choice. Browse through the link below for responsibilities and extra requirements for the position.

Seasonal Assistant Reservationist

http://tbe.taleo.net/NA6/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=KCZOO&cws=1&rid=558

7) Storeroom Manager (full-time year-around position with benefits)

Storeroom Manager is responsible for daily operation of warehouse, including staffing, storage, receiving, ordering and distribution of supplies and goods throughout the Zoo. To apply for the position, candidates with college degree and 5-year related management experience are preferred.

Duties & Requirements for Storeroom Manager

http://tbe.taleo.net/NA6/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=KCZOO&cws=1&rid=551

Kansas City Zoo also provides internship opportunities for selected positions. Three interns are needed. Please note that all these internship opportunities are unpaid positions and may have flexible hours.

1) Events & Marketing Intern

Event, Marketing, Sales and PR Interns will be dedicated to the coordination, marketing, and evaluation of a variety of public and private events and activities within a budget for the zoo. The position is just for training purposes only. You're not ensured to get a full time position upon completion. For more details on needed skills and duties & responsibilities, you can check out the page below.

Events & Marketing Intern

http://tbe.taleo.net/NA6/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=KCZOO&cws=1&rid=529

2) Registered Veterinary Technician Internship

Applicants for this internship position must be graduates or currently working in an accredited registered veterinary technology program. Two positions are available. The deadline for the applications is March 15. The position runs from May through August.

Details for Registered Veterinary Technician Internship

http://tbe.taleo.net/NA6/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=KCZOO&cws=1&rid=509

3) Veterinary Preceptorship

To be a qualified candidate, you must receive credit via the veterinary school. After hiring, the preceptor can gain first-hand experience with the direction of veterinary staff in medicine, surgery and phlebotomy and more. Each intern will work about 6 to 8 weeks.

Learn More about Veterinary Preceptorship

http://tbe.taleo.net/NA6/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=KCZOO&cws=1&rid=508

Note: All positions are valid through a period of time. You can browse through the employment page for the most current job openings as the zoo updates frequently.

Current Employment Opportunities at Kansas City Zoo

http://tbe.taleo.net/NA6/ats/careers/searchResults.jsp?org=KCZOO&cws=1

How to apply for your favorite positions? If you're interested in any available employment opportunity offered by Kansas City Zoo, submit your applications and resumes online. After viewing the job openings, you can find a link for applying and submitting your resume. This is the fastest and most reliable way to apply for your preferred position.

It's great fun to volunteer at a real wild place in Kansas City Zoo. Two types of volunteer programs are available: Adult Volunteers and Youth Volunteers. All volunteer positions need pre-registration. You must have a volunteer application on file. In some cases, a background check and an interview are necessary. The last step is to attend a 2-hour orientation and additional training may be essential for certain programs. Please note that you may need to pay a fee for most volunteer program for your volunteer shirt, name badge and training materials.

Adult Volunteers

http://www.kansascityzoo.org/Volunteer/Index.asp?IdS=004F0B-249E0C0&x=030|040

Youth Volunteers

http://www.kansascityzoo.org/Volunteer/Index.asp?IdS=004F0B-249E0C0&x=030|050

How to Volunteer at Kansas City Zoo

http://www.kansascityzoo.org/Volunteer/Index.asp?IdS=004F0B-249E0C0&x=030|020