Animal Care Supervisor | AZA Standards Leader & Mentor

ZooTampa

Tampa (FL)

On-site

USD 45,000 - 60,000

Full time

14 days+
Application generator

Get a reply from this employer — a resume and cover letter tailored to exactly what they’re hiring for.

Get past ATS filters

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation and sick time
Employee Assistance Program
Free gym membership
Free admission to Zoo

Job summary

ZooTampa in Tampa, FL is hiring a full-time Animal Care Supervisor to lead daily animal care across assigned departments, ensuring alignment with AZA standards, laws, safety, and welfare. You will mentor staff, manage scheduling, observe health issues, report findings, and support exhibits planning.

The role requires a biology-related degree and previous AZA experience. This is a hands-on leadership position at a popular southeastern zoo offering benefits and opportunities to contribute to

Qualifications

  • Bachelor or Associate degree in biology, vertebrate zoology, the natural science or related field or equivalent specialized training is preferred
  • A minimum of three years’ experience in an AZA accredited zoological setting preferred
  • Knowledge of the behaviors, diets, breeding habits and custodial care of a variety of native, exotic and domestic animals
  • Advanced knowledge of husbandry requirements, zoonotic diseases and prevention; ability to apply animal training through operant and classical conditioning
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook), radio, telephone
  • Must have good written and oral communication skills, ability to think logically, and solve problems with minimal guidance
  • Must be self-motivated, goal-oriented, able to maintain discretion with confidential information and have strong leadership and team building skills
  • Physically able to work in typical Florida weather, in a variety of physical positions including safely lifting up to 50 pounds
  • Ability to work long hours and varying shifts, including nights and weekends

Responsibilities

  • Supervise assignments related to the daily care of a variety of animals
  • Assist with mentoring, training, scheduling, safety, development, and performance management of subordinates
  • Establish and maintain efficient work routines that meet or exceed industry standards and regulatory requirements
  • Observe, document, and report animal illnesses, abnormal behavior, and unsafe conditions; administer medications and perform minor first aid if necessary
  • Inspect Zoo grounds and animal housing facilities daily for cleanliness and safety and checks animal habitats and enclosures for security and other conditions
  • Conduct guided tours and answer questions of visitors in a courteous and pleasant manner
  • Respond to and assist manager in guiding the resolution of emergency situations
  • Assist in exhibit planning, construction, and supervision of construction

Skills

Leadership
Team management
Communication
Observation & reporting
Problem solving

Education

Bachelor or Associate degree in biology or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

ZooTampa in Tampa, FL is hiring a full-time Animal Care Supervisor to lead daily animal care across assigned departments, ensuring alignment with AZA standards, laws, safety, and welfare. You will mentor staff, manage scheduling, observe health issues, report findings, and support exhibits planning.

The role requires a biology-related degree and previous AZA experience. This is a hands-on leadership position at a popular southeastern zoo offering benefits and opportunities to contribute to

Get your free, confidential resume review.

or drag and drop your file here.

Similar jobs

Similar jobs worth comparing

Animal Care Supervisor - Asia / Australia (Full-Time)
Animal Care Supervisor - Asia / Australia (Full-Time)

ZooTampa • Tampa (FL)

On-site
USD 45,000 - 60,000
Vacation and sick time
Employee Assistance Program
Free gym membership
+1
Animal Care & Guest Experience Ambassador
Animal Care & Guest Experience Ambassador

ZooTampa • Tampa (FL)

On-site
USD 28,000 - 42,000
PTO (Vacation and Wellness Time)
Paid Holidays
Medical, Dental, Vision insurance
+2
Safety & Emergency Readiness Lead
Safety & Emergency Readiness Lead

ZooTampa • Tampa (FL)

On-site
USD 60,000 - 80,000
Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance
403(b) Retirement Plan with a 4% match
Generous PTO
+1
Animal Care Ambassador: Enrichment & Guest Engagement
Animal Care Ambassador: Enrichment & Guest Engagement

ZooTampa at Lowry Park • Tampa (FL)

On-site
USD 28,000 - 40,000
Generous PTO
Paid Holidays
Medical, Dental, Vision and insurance
+5
Animal Care Associate - Animal Ambassadors (Full-Time)
Animal Care Associate - Animal Ambassadors (Full-Time)

ZooTampa at Lowry Park • Tampa (FL)

On-site
USD 28,000 - 40,000
Generous PTO
Paid Holidays
Medical, Dental, Vision and insurance
+5
Animal Care Associate - Animal Ambassadors (Full-Time)
Animal Care Associate - Animal Ambassadors (Full-Time)

ZooTampa • Tampa (FL)

On-site
USD 28,000 - 42,000
PTO (Vacation and Wellness Time)
Paid Holidays
Medical, Dental, Vision insurance
+2
Animal Care Supervisor: Lead Welfare & Training
Animal Care Supervisor: Lead Welfare & Training

Santa Barbara Zoo • Santa Barbara (CA)

On-site
USD 43,000 - 48,000
Great team
Free parking
Zoo membership
+2
Zoo Safety Supervisor & Emergency Preparedness Lead
Zoo Safety Supervisor & Emergency Preparedness Lead

ZooTampa at Lowry Park • Tampa (FL)

On-site
USD 50,000 - 70,000
Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance options
403(b) Retirement Plan with a 4% company match
Generous PTO
+3
Senior Zoo Keeper & Team Lead — Animal Care & Enrichment
Senior Zoo Keeper & Team Lead — Animal Care & Enrichment

Fort Worth Zoo • Fort Worth (TX)

On-site
USD 45,000 - 70,000
Medical and Prescription Drug
Vision
Dental
+13
Lead Animal Care & Show Supervisor
Lead Animal Care & Show Supervisor

Jungle Island • Miami (FL)

On-site
USD 42,000 - 66,000