Jobs

Reports To: Area Supervisor Status: Non-Exempt PURPOSE OF POSITION The Small Mammal Seasonal Keeper is responsible for caring for a diverse group of animals including Nigerian Dwarf Goats, Llamas, Meishan Pig, Miniature Donkey, Indian Peafowl, Trumpeter Swan, Koi, King’s Island Wallaby, Red Panda, Egyptian Fruit Bats, Cotton Top Tamarins, and...

FLSA Classification: Nonexempt Salary Grade: To Be Determined Reports to: Education Manager Department: Engagement Position Purpose The primary responsibility of a Lead Camp Counselor position at the Blank Park Zoo is to create a fun and engaging summer camp experience for our campers. This includes interacting with the campers (ages...

FLSA Classification: Nonexempt Salary Grade: To Be Determined Reports to: Education Manager Department: Engagement Position Purpose The primary responsibility of a Seasonal Educator is to interpret education programs to audiences of all ages and sizes both at the Zoo and across the state of Iowa. Seasonal Educators will promote the...

FLSA Classification: Nonexempt Reports to: Vice President and Chief Operating Officer Department: Operations The Blank Park Zoo in Des Moines, Iowa is a non-profit organization and home to more than 2,800 animals representing nearly 240 species of mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians and fish, and is fully accredited by the Association...

FLSA Classification: Exempt Salary Grade: To Be Determined Reports to: Vice President & Chief Operating Officer Department: Operations The Blank Park Zoo in Des Moines, Iowa is a non-profit organization and home to more than 2,800 animals representing nearly 240 species of mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians and fish, and is...

FLSA Classification: Nonexempt Salary grade: Starting $17/hr Reports to: Area Supervisor Department: Animal Care The Carnivore & Pinniped team cares for a diverse group of animals including Amur Tiger, African Lion, California Sea Lion, Harbor Seal, Magellanic Penguin, Ring-tailed Lemur and White-handed Gibbon. Qualified candidates should have a wide-ranging animal...

FLSA Classification: Nonexempt Salary Grade: To Be Determined Reports to: Avian and Reptile Area Supervisor Department: Animal Care The Blank Park Zoo in Des Moines, Iowa is a non-profit organization and home to more than 2,800 animals representing nearly 240 species of mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians, and fish, and is...

FLSA Classification: Exempt Salary Grade: To Be Determined Reports to: Senior Veterinarian Area Supervisor: Senior Veterinarian / Hospital Manager Department: Animal Care Position Purpose Under the direction of the Senior Veterinarian, while collaborating with the Chief Animal Officer, and area supervisors, the Associate Veterinarian has a key role in the...

Seasonal Membership Desk Associate FLSA Classification: Nonexempt Salary Grade: To Be Determined Reports to: Membership Manager Department: Development Position Purpose The Seasonal Membership Desk Associate is positioned at the Membership Desk in the admissions lobby, and is responsible for sales of memberships both in person and over the phone, assisting...

FLSA Classification: Nonexempt Salary Grade: To Be Determined Reports to: Maintenance & Hospitality Manager Department: Operations