Wildlife Care & Education Ambassador

Z&A Management; Woodbridge Township (NJ); On-site; USD 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Woodbridge Aquarium & Wildlife Center is seeking an Animal Keeper to provide daily care for a diverse animal collection, maintain habitats, and enrich welfare. You will engage guests with stories and conservation messaging while upholding safety protocols in a dynamic, interactive environment.

Ideal candidates have a relevant science degree, a passion for wildlife, and strong communication and teamwork skills. This role offers a flexible schedule with weekends and holidays.

Qualifications

• Degree in Zoology, Marine Biology, Animal Science, or a related field.
• Passion for animal care, education, and conservation.
• Comfort working in a guest-facing, interactive environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily care for a diverse collection of animals, including feeding, cleaning, habitat maintenance, and enrichment.
• Observe animals closely and report changes in behavior, appetite, or health.
• Engage guests in meaningful interactions and share animal stories and conservation messaging.
• Follow safety protocols, PPE requirements, and emergency procedures; maintain clean, safe work areas.
• Learn and apply animal care techniques and education strategies; grow into increased responsibility.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Guest-facing experience

Willingness to learn

Physical fitness

Education

Degree in Zoology, Marine Biology, Animal Science, or related field

Job description

Woodbridge Aquarium & Wildlife Center is seeking an Animal Keeper to provide daily care for a diverse animal collection, maintain habitats, and enrich welfare. You will engage guests with stories and conservation messaging while upholding safety protocols in a dynamic, interactive environment.

Ideal candidates have a relevant science degree, a passion for wildlife, and strong communication and teamwork skills. This role offers a flexible schedule with weekends and holidays.