Guest Services - Entertainment Operator / Cashier

nc; North Carolina; On-site; USD 17,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

The North Carolina Zoo is seeking a dynamic Guest Services - Entertainment Operator / Cashier to support attractions and paid animal encounters. You will greet guests, assist with information, and help manage entry and queues across various locations within the park.

The role requires experience in guest services or attraction operations and the ability to use ticketing/POS systems when performing cashier duties. Flexible scheduling, including weekends and holidays, is expected.

Qualifications

• Experience in guest services or attraction operations.
• Ability to use ticketing or POS systems if assigned cashier duties.
• Willing to work flexible shifts including weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Greet guests with a friendly attitude and assist with information about NC Zoo attractions.
• Collect and validate tickets to track attraction participation and manage daily counts.
• Safely operate the Carousel, Butterfly Garden, Treehouse Trek, and other attractions as assigned.
• Handle cash and credit card transactions accurately at the point of sale.
• Maintain clean, safe workstations, ticket booths, and entertainment areas.

Skills

Guest services

POS systems

Tools

Cash register

Job description

AgencyDept of Natural and Cultural ResourcesDivision

Job Classification TitleS-Operations & Trades (S)Position Number

GradeTS

About Us

The North Carolina Department of Natural and Cultural Resources (DNCR) takes care of the things that people love about North Carolina. DNCR manages over 100 locations across the state, including 27 historic sites, seven history museums, two art museums, five science museums, four aquariums, 35 state parks, four recreation areas, dozens of state trails and natural areas, the North Carolina Zoo, the State Library, the State Archives, the N.C. Arts Council, the African American Heritage Commission, the American Indian Heritage Commission, the State Historic Preservation Office, the Office of State Archaeology, the Highway Historical Markers program, the N.C. Land and Water Fund, and the Natural Heritage Program. The Department's vision is to be the leader in using the state's natural and cultural resources to build the social, cultural, educational, and economic future of North Carolina. Everyone is welcome. For more information, please visit www.dncr.nc.gov. We encourage you to apply to become a part of our team!

Description of Work

The North Carolina Zoo is expanding, making this an exciting opportunity to join our team. We are seeking a dynamic, efficient, and enthusiastic individual to serve as a Guest Services - Entertainment Operator / Cashier team member.

In this role, Entertainment team members support the Zoo's attractions and paid animal encounter areas by delivering an exceptional guest experience and ensuring safe, efficient operations. They work under the direct supervision of Entertainment branch management and may be assigned to locations throughout the park, including the Carousel, Butterfly Garden, Zoofari, Treehouse Trek, and Giraffe Deck, serving as operators or cashiers. Entertainment team members also engage with the public by providing information about NC Zoo habitats, attractions, services, and policies, helping guests navigate and enjoy their visit.

Key Responsibilities

• Greet guests with a smile while maintaining a friendly and approachable attitude toward guests and staff.
• Display a consistent sense of urgency and professionalism.
• Exercise good judgment and patience when interacting with guests.
• Collect and validate tickets to accurately track attraction and encounter participation each day.
• Safely operate the Carousel, Butterfly Garden, Treehouse Trek, Giraffe Deck, and Zoofari, including managing queuing lines, loading, entry, and mechanical operation where applicable.
• Adhere to all company policies and procedures, including established health and safety practices.
• Perform light housekeeping duties to ensure workstations, ticket booths, and entertainment areas remain safe and clean.
• Assist with additional duties and support other Guest Services areas as needed or assigned.
• Accurately operate and remain fully accountable for a cash register, processing both cash and credit card transactions.
• Collect payments and issue change with accuracy.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

Recruitment Range: $15.00 per hour

To receive credit for your work history and credentials, you must provide the information on the application form. Any information omitted from the application form, listed as general statements, listed under the text resume section, or on an attachment will not be considered for qualifying credit.

Candidates meet the minimum qualifications of this position if they meet the minimum education and experience listed on the vacancy announcement. Vacancy specific knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSAs) and/or management preferences are not required. Applicants who possess the following are preferred:

Management Prefers

Experience in guest services or attraction operations, including assisting visitors and explaining program information, with the ability to use ticketing or POS systems if assigned cashier duties.

Position & Physical Requirements

Must be at least 16 years of age for most positions (18 to operate the Carousel).

Work schedule will consist of flexible shifts including weekends and holidays.

Able to work in extreme weather conditions typical of Central NC (heat, rain, or cold) and stand or walk for extended periods.

Able to tolerate exposure to outdoor allergens, dust, fumes, odors, loud noises, motion, and vibrations.

Able to use radios, telephones, and computers to communicate and follow written and verbal instructions.

Possess the manual dexterity needed to safely operate rides and handle tools and equipment.

Possess sufficient cognitive ability, auditory and visual acuity, and communication skills to perform essential duties and follow general safety practices.

Willing and able to work varied and extended shifts, including holidays, weekends, and event support as needed.

Able to plan for, work, and staff special events and exhibits, and remain a