The Indianapolis Zoo is a national leader of animal conservation, and one of the top tourist destinations in Indiana. We’re located on a 64 acre campus in the heart of vibrant downtown Indianapolis. In addition to our animal exhibits, gardens, and aquarium, we support local and international animal conservation efforts. The Zoo is a private, not-for-profit organization.
Your passion for animal conservation, and your particular areas of interest and experience in venomous and non-venomous snakes, amphibians, desert reptiles, and desert birds may qualify you for our full time Keeper position in our Deserts biome.
A Bachelor degree from an accredited college or university in life sciences, zoo keeping, animal psychology or similar, related field is required.
The successful candidate must be highly motivated and, once trained, able to work independently with limited supervision. As part of a small, cohesive team, must also be able to function and make positive contributions as a team member. Must have proven decision making/problem solving skills, good observational skills. Must be temperamentally suited to working with animals. Must be safety oriented.
There are strenuous physical requirements of this position, including but not limited to:
Experience and interest in working with animals is necessary. Experience with venomous snakes required. This position requires excellent interpersonal skills, professional demeanor and professional appearance due to regular visitor contact, seasonal keeper chats, and media events.
Successfully passing pre-employment a drug test, criminal history check, and a driving record check is a condition of employment.
The Indianapolis Zoo offers a competitive total compensation package that includes medical, dental, vision, life, and short term disability; 403b plan; paid holidays, and paid time off.
Interested candidates must complete an on-line application at
https://www.indianapoliszoo.com/jobs-volunteer/available-positions/
ONLY ON-LINE APPLICATIONS ARE ACCEPTED.
In the “Position Desired” section of the on-line application, please enter “Deserts Keeper”. Keeper level will be determined by qualifications and experience level.
Cover letters and resumes are strongly encouraged, and may be attached within the on-line application.
Please indicate your salary requirements
Faxed, mailed, and delivered resumes will not be considered. PLEASE, NO PHONE CALLS.
Applications must be received by September 25, 2020.
The Indianapolis Zoo is an EOE/ Child Safe/ Drug Free/Smoke Free Work Environment.
