Careers

The Great Plains Zoo is now hiring for the following positions:

• Africa Zookeeper (Full-time/year-round)
  The Great Plains Zoo & Delbridge Museum of Natural History is seeking a full-time Africa Zookeeper.  Come and work with African Painted Dogs, Meerkats, Giraffes, Black Rhinos, Bongos,  Grevy's Zebra and more! Zookeepers are responsible for the specialized work involving the health and welfare of native and exotic animals through feeding, enclosure maintenance, behavioral observation and training, enrichment and healthcare maintenance and treatment.  Zookeepers at the Great Plains Zoo work with a variety of species across several different taxonomic classes on a daily basis.  This position open to internal & external candidates.  Position open until filled.  To apply fill out the application below. Click the position title to read the full job description.

• Animal Care Area Supervisor (Full-time/year-round)
  The Animal Care Area Supervisor oversees and manages animal care personnel, including staff, interns or volunteers involved in the husbandry care of the animals in their area of supervision. The Area Supervisor will ensure the animals are provided high quality animal care for their overall well-being. Modern zoological principles will guide the daily care, husbandry, training and enrichment, ensuring that we are able to meet the animals’ physical, mental and emotional needs. The supervisor ensures compliance with USDA, AZA, state, and federal regulations. Experience working in an AZA-accredited facility preferred. Click the position title to read the full job description.

SEASONAL POSITIONS INCLUDE:

• Seasonal Zookeeper 
  Come join us at the Great Plains Zoo as a Seasonal Zookeeper!  Zookeepers are responsible for the specialized work involving all aspects of general care and feeding of zoo animals including the cleaning and maintenance of buildings, grounds, and exhibits.  Zookeepers at our Zoo work with a variety of species across several different taxonomic classes on a daily basis. Click the position title to read the full job description.

• Animal Care Internship-Paid
  The Great Plains Zoo & Delbridge Museum is offering an opportunity for education and experience for tomorrow’s workforce. The Zoo has internship opportunities available to those interested in pursuing a career in Animal Care and Zoo Management. The intern program is designed to help applicants determine if a career with animals is right for you. It also offers valuable experience to those who are planning to apply to vet school or looking to pursue a job in the animal care field. You will learn, hands on, all the husbandry techniques that it takes to care for the animals at the zoo. You will be given the opportunity to gain valuable skills, on-the-job training and experience that will be a great asset to you in the future as you continue to pursue your career. Click the position title to read the full job description.

• Seasonal Educator
  Come join us this summer at the Great Plains Zoo as a Seasonal Educator!  This position assists in forwarding the Zoo's mission by engaging kids and teens in our two summer Educational programs.  You will be responsible for general day-to-day coordination and execution of ZooCamp in addition to the general day-to-day supervision of approximately 50 or more teenage participants of the Junior Zookeeper (JZK) Program. Click the position title to read the full job description.

• Marketing Events Internship-Paid
  The Great Plains Zoo & Delbridge Museum is offering an opportunity for education and experience for tomorrow’s workforce. The Zoo has internship opportunities available to those interested in pursuing a career in event design, marketing, and social media. The intern program is designed to help applicants gain on-the-job experience promoting a major tourist attraction through marketing and social media campaigns, as well as gate-driving special events. Click the position title to read the full job description.
• Seasonal Attractions Team Lead 
  Come join us for the spring, summer and into fall at the Great Plains Zoo as a Seasonal Attractions Team Lead! This position assists in achieving the Zoo's mission by acting as a daily contact and support resource for our Seasonal Attractions Team Members, and engaging our guests in various attractions and interactive animal exhibits.  You will be helping our Attractions team to create memorable experiences for our guests while monitoring and interpreting our Walkabout Australia kangaroo exhibit, Face-to-Face Farm, and providing an outstanding and safe experience on our Savannah Express Train Ride and Sanford Carousel. Click the position title to read the full job description.
• Seasonal Attractions Team Members
  Come join us for the spring, summer and into fall at the Great Plains Zoo as a Seasonal Attractions Team Member! This position assists in achieving the Zoo's mission by engaging our guests in various attractions and interactive animal exhibits.  You will be creating memorable experiences for our guests while monitoring and interpreting our Walkabout Australia kangaroo exhibit and Hy-Vee Face-to-Face Farm, and providing an outstanding and safe experience on our Savannah Express Train Ride and Sanford Carousel.  Click the position title to read the full job description.

Come join our team and apply today!

FOR ALL POSITIONS LISTED ABOVE USE THIS FORM. Please list which position you are applying for. Email HR with any questions or difficulties.

Admissions, retail or food service

If you are interested in working in the admissions, retail or food services areas of the Great Plains Zoo, please use the link below to apply with SSA, our external partner for these services.

Apply with SSA

Job opportunties at the Butterfly House & Aquarium are listed on their website: https://www.butterflyhouseaquarium.org/careers