Overnight Zoo Ranger — Part-Time Safety & Security

Palm Beach Zoo & Conservation Society; West Palm Beach (FL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Zoo Membership

Job summary

The Palm Beach Zoo & Conservation Society seeks a dedicated Zoo Ranger to join the Safety and Security team for the part-time overnight shift. You’ll help protect animals, guests, and staff by maintaining a safe, welcoming environment day and night.

The role focuses on patrols, incident response, access control, and after-hours support with a strong emphasis on customer service and safety.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED (required).
• At least 1 year of security, safety, or related experience.
• Intermediate computer skills, especially Microsoft Outlook, Excel, and Word
• Strong communication and incident reporting skills.
• Valid Florida driver's license with a clean driving record.
• Available for the overnight shift Saturday and Sunday from 10:30 pm to 7 am. Open to fill in for other shifts if needed.

Responsibilities

• Patrol zoo grounds and facilities to monitor guest conduct, property safety, and animal area security.
• Respond to incidents, accidents, and medical situations with calm professionalism.
• Monitor surveillance systems and manage detailed safety reports.
• Assist with access control and monitor restricted areas overnight.
• Check animal enclosures for potential safety issues (without entering staff-only animal care areas).
• Participate in storm assessments and zoo emergency response procedures.
• Support after-hours events, contractors, and special projects.
• Provide exceptional customer service and assist with crowd or traffic control during peak hours.

Skills

Communication

Incident reporting

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Outlook

Excel

Word

Job description

The Palm Beach Zoo & Conservation Society seeks a dedicated Zoo Ranger to join the Safety and Security team for the part-time overnight shift. You’ll help protect animals, guests, and staff by maintaining a safe, welcoming environment day and night.

The role focuses on patrols, incident response, access control, and after-hours support with a strong emphasis on customer service and safety.