Wildlife Education Interpreter

Virginia-Zoological-Society-; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

The Virginia Zoo in Norfolk, Virginia is seeking an energetic team member to lead daily informal programming and engaging experiences for guests across our exhibits and events.

You will design interpretive activities, work with volunteers, track interactions, and help ensure safety and adherence to animal handling policies while maintaining certifications. Weekend availability and vaccination requirements apply.

Qualifications

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal, customer service, and presentation abilities.
• Proven organizational, time management, and task-prioritization skills.
• Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving capability.
• Ability to engage and speak to large groups for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Conduct daily informal programming and guest engagement through interpretation programs.
• Prepare, setup, execute and cleanup of informal guest experiences.
• Engage guests during special conservation events and birthday parties.
• Design interpretive activities and programming.
• Collaborate with volunteers in training and interpretation.
• Collect and report data on guest interactions and program attendance.
• Follow Animal Ambassador protocols and maintain animal handling certification.
• Support animal husbandry tasks as needed.

Skills

Verbal & written comms

Interpersonal & customer service

Public speaking to groups

Organizational & time mgmt

Policy adherence

MS Office proficiency

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Virginia Zoo in Norfolk, Virginia is seeking an energetic team member to lead daily informal programming and engaging experiences for guests across our exhibits and events.

You will design interpretive activities, work with volunteers, track interactions, and help ensure safety and adherence to animal handling policies while maintaining certifications. Weekend availability and vaccination requirements apply.