Welcome to the Louisville Zoo Human Resource Page. If you are interested in volunteering at the Zoo, please visit Volunteer Opportunities.
SEASONAL EMPLOYMENT
Currently accepting applications from returning seasonal workers only.
CLICK HERE TO APPLY ONLINE
New seasonal applications will be taken starting January 20, 2019.
Department Positions
Membership, Front Desk & Admissions
Zoo Service Clerk — All areas include basic computer operating skills and guest interaction. Some areas will require experience working w/money, balancing a cash drawer, operating a multi-line switchboard and making PA announcements and radio announcements. Must be a minimum of 16 years of age.
Guest Services
Zoo Service Worker — Set-up, take-down for events, safety & security, janitorial, crowd control, park cleaning, access control, basic computer skills for operating Point of Sale system and general labor. Must be a minimum of 16 years of age.
Rides & Attractions
Splash Park Attendant — Crowd control, water quality testing, public safety, cleanliness of the park, and CPR/1st Aid Certified. Must be a minimum of 16 years of age.
Rides & Attractions Operator — Operates trains, trams, carousel, cart shuttles and Ropes Course; inspections & cleanliness of all attractions. Must be a minimum of 18 years of age and possess a valid driver’s license.
Horticulture
Zoo Aide — grass cutting, mulching, trimming, grounds maintenance. Must be 18 years of age and possess a valid driver’s license.
Events
Crew Leader — One year of college pursuing an Events/Marketing career. Computer skills, event set-up and logistics.
The following areas require some college and experience:
Animal Dept.
Zoo Service Assistant — Must have 1 year of college with a declared major in Biology or closely related field and one year of working with animals in an institutional setting. Assist area animal keepers with duties to help facilitate the occurrence of regularly scheduled animal presentations.
Education
Education Instructor — One year of college seeking a degree in elementary or secondary education, one year of experience working with children in formal or informal teaching setting (school, day camp, zoo, or other cultural attraction) and background knowledge of biology, ecology or related field. Must be able to handle small exotic animals for education purposes. Must have good communication/ teaching skills. Must be willing to be First Aid/ CPR certified, work a varied part-time schedule throughout the school year and full time during the summer (June & July). Must be able to pass a federal background check.
Minimum wage for 2019 is $10.10 hourly (Unless specified)
The Louisville Zoo is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Rules, Requirements & Benefit
Employee Requirements
- Customer service must be a priority to applicant applying
- A minimum of 16 years of age — Some jobs may require 18 years of age)
- Must be flexible to work days, nights, weekends, and holidays
- Some jobs require a valid driver’s license
- Some Positions require CPR/ 1st Aide Certification, which is provided by the ZOO.
Uniforms
Uniform Shirts are provided by the Zoo; however uniform pants and or shorts must be purchased at your expense before date of employment.
Zoo Benefits
- The Louisville Zoo is a unique environment
- Discount in Gift Shop and Food areas with Zoo ID
- Free Admittance to Zoo while employed
- Free parking
Full-Time & Part Time Positions
All full-time and part-time positions will be posted on the Louisville Government webpage at louisvilleky.gov/HumanResources