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An Animal Keeper cares for exotic mammals, birds, and reptiles (including venomous varieties) at the Los Angeles Zoo; observes and reports on animal behavior and condition for illnesses, compatibility, imminent birth and other signs reflecting the animal's well‑being; prepares food for animals as instructed; maintains the exhibit premises in a clean and aesthetically pleasing manner; answers questions about animals from the general public; may make educational and other presentations before groups, and on radio and television; and may provide training and supervision to volunteers and students in caring for animals.

$57,378 to $83,812

Annual salary is at the start of the pay range. The current salary range is subject to change. Please confirm the starting salary with the hiring department before accepting a job offer.

• The equivalent of one year of full‑time paid experience (2,080 hours) in the care and maintenance of exotic animals with a facility similar to the Los Angeles Zoo whose core function is the exhibition of a variety of exotic animals; or
• (a) Successful completion of the Animal Keeper Training program conducted by the Los Angeles Zoo; or (b) An equivalent program at an accredited school or college providing classroom and field work on the basic structure and function of exotic animals; basic nutritional requirements; recognition of the symptoms of animal diseases; sanitation measures; and aspects of animal behavior.

• Exotic animals are any species that are not domestic such as common pets or farm animals.
• Applicants filing under Requirement #2a or #2b, must attach a copy of their Certificate of Completion or transcripts at the time of filing. Applicants who fail to attach their Certification or transcripts at the time of filing will not be considered further in this examination.
• Individuals within six months of completing the accredited program may apply. However, candidates cannot be appointed until they submit proof of having completed the program. Applicants must list their anticipated completion date in the Education section of the online application.
• An Animal Keeper may be exposed to personal danger during routine daily duties. An Animal Keeper may be exposed to diseased and injured animals and to dangerous chemicals used in the daily care of animals and enclosures.
• Animal Keepers must be available to work weekends and holidays.
• Animal Keeper assignments may be rotated among various animal “strings” to meet the needs of the Zoo.
• Please note that qualifying education must be from a college or university accredited by a City of Los Angeles recognized agency. A list of approved accrediting agencies can be found at https://personnel.lacity.gov/Accredited%20Institutions%2008-21-08.pdf.
• As a condition of employment, a valid Class C driver’s license issued by the California Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) is required. Applicants will be disqualified and candidates will not be eligible for hire if their DMV record within the last 36 months reflects three or more moving violations and/or at‑fault accidents, or a conviction of a major moving violation such as DUI or DWI in any state or jurisdiction. Notice of disqualification or ineligibility for hire may be issued by the City of Los Angeles at any time before a final job offer is extended.

In accordance with Charter Section 1010(b) and Civil Service Rule 5.31, selective certification will be used for some positions that require special skills and/or training in one or more of the following areas. Only persons possessing the following as of the close of the filing period may be considered for appointment to fill such positions.

• Six months of full‑time paid experience in the care of reptiles, amphibians, fish and/or invertebrate, including hands‑on work or training in working with venomous and/or poisonous species, at an accredited or licensed facility such as a college, venom laboratory, zoo, or aquarium.
• Six months of full‑time paid experience in training birds for free‑flight behaviors and/or falconry experience.
• Six months of full‑time paid experience in the care of exotic birds, including experience with propagation, artificial incubation of eggs and/or hand‑rearing of chicks, at a zoo, aquarium or other accredited or licensed public or private facility.
• Six months of full‑time paid experience working with and/or training African and/or Asian elephants at a zoo, aquarium or other professional accredited or licensed public or private facility.
• Six months of full‑time paid experience in designing and refining enrichment furniture/devices for exotic animals.
• Six months of full‑time paid experience or one year of part‑time paid experience as a Nutrition Center or Commissary keeper at a zoo, aquarium, or other accredited or licensed public or private facility.

Applicants who wish to be considered for any of the above selective certification area(s) must respond to the selective certification question(s) located within the Supplemental Questions section of the online application at the time of filing. Responses to the selective certification question(s) will be submitted to an expert review panel for evaluation for those candidates who meet the minimum requirements and are invited to participate in the selection process. The expert review panel will determine if a candidate meets the selective certification criteria based on an assessment of the candidate’s response(s) to the question(s). Applicants who fail to provide a response to the selective certification question(s) at the time of filing will not be considered further for selective certification.

Applications will only be accepted online. When you are viewing the online job bulletin of your choice, simply scroll to the top of the page and select the “Apply” icon. Online job bulletins are also available at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lacity.

Applicants are urged to apply early to ensure you have time to resolve any technical issues you may encounter.

Applications must be received by THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 26, 2026.

The examination will consist entirely of an evaluation of professional and personal qualifications by interview. In the interview, the following competencies may be evaluated: Judgment and Decision Making; Attention to Detail; Interpersonal Skills; Teamwork; Oral Communication; Written Communication; Safety Focus, including knowledge of common hazards of working with zoo animals, such as recognition of dangerous behavior; exhibit maintenance assessment and enclosure management, such as recognition of failures in containment or identification of potential escape routes; job knowledge, including knowledge of basic animal behaviors, such as natural instinct, flight distance, nocturnal and diurnal behavior, and/or social or environmental adaptations; behavioral enrichment techniques and their purpose as they relate to animal care; techniques used to train animals such as operant conditioning; and other necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities. Additional job analysis information can be obtained by going to https://per.lacity.org/jobs/job-analyses.cfm and clicking on Competencies under Animal Keeper.

Prior to the interview, candidates will be required to prepare some written material related to the duties and responsibilities of an Animal Keeper. This essay material will not be separately scored, but will be presented to the interview board for review and consideration, which may include discussion, in the overall evaluation of the candidate. Those who do not complete the advisory essay will not be invited to the interview and will be considered to have failed the entire examination. To be considered complete, the advisory essay must include a substantive response for each question or problem included in the advisory essay for which a candidate is required to provide an answer. Please note that candidates must complete the advisory essay and meet the minimum qualifications as stated on this bulletin in order to be considered further in the examination process.

The advisory essay will be administered online. Candidates invited to participate in the examination will receive an e‑mail from the City of Los Angeles outlining the specific steps needed to complete the online advisory essay. Candidates must complete the online advisory essay between MONDAY, APRIL 6, 2026 and MONDAY, APRIL 13, 2026. Candidates who fail to complete the advisory essay as instructed may be disqualified.

Candidates will be notified later by e‑mail of the date, time, and location of the interview, which may be held in Los Angeles or online. It is anticipated that interviews will begin during the period of MONDAY, MAY 4, 2026 to FRIDAY, MAY 15, 2026.

• This examination is based on a validation study.
• As a covered entity under the Fair Employment and Housing Act and Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City of Los Angeles does not discriminate on the basis of disability and upon request will provide reasonable accommodations to ensure equal access to its programs, services, and activities. To request a disability accommodation, please complete the Disability Accommodation Form within 14 calendar days of the submission of the City application. The Disability Accommodation Form can be obtained at http://per.lacity.org/exams/verify_disability.pdf.
• Applications are accepted subject to review to ensure that minimum qualifications are met. Candidates may be disqualified at any time if it is determined that they do not possess the minimum qualifications stated on this bulletin.
• Because this class has been designated as Safety Sensitive in accordance with City Policy, a drug and alcohol screening test may be required prior to appointment and during employment.
• A final average score of 70% or higher is required to be placed on the eligible list.
• In accordance with Civil Service Rule, Sec. 4.24, review periods may be combined. Candidates in the examination process may file protests as provided in Sec. 4.20, 4.22 and 4.23 as applicable and within the required time frame; however, the Personnel Department may respond to and resolve protests prior to the establishment of the eligible list.

If you receive and accept an offer of employment to a regular position with the City of Los Angeles, your employee benefit coverage (including health and dental coverage as well as life insurance) will commence approximately six weeks after your original regular appointment. Not all positions in the City receive benefit coverage; you should inquire regarding the availability of employee benefits before accepting a position. All City employees are required to be Disaster Service Workers.

The City of Los Angeles does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, creed, color, ancestry, medical condition (cancer), or Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome.

For additional information and FAQs regarding the City's hiring process, please go to: https://per.lacity.org/faqs/employment-testing-process.html