Wildlife Keeper & Guest Experience Specialist

Z&A Management; Woodbridge Township (NJ); On-site; USD 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Woodbridge Aquarium & Wildlife Center is seeking an Animal Keeper to provide hands-on animal care and engage guests with the wonder of wildlife. You will help with feeding, habitat upkeep, and enrichment while communicating conservation messages to visitors.

You will work with a team to ensure safety, quality care, and memorable guest experiences, supporting education and ongoing conservation efforts.

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.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Willingness to learn, take direction, and follow established procedures.
• Ability to work on your feet, indoors and outdoors, in a physically active role.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily care for a diverse collection of animals, including feeding, cleaning, habitat maintenance, and enrichment.
• Follow established procedures to ensure high standards of animal welfare and safety.
• Observe animals closely and report changes in behavior, appetite, or health.
• Support animal movements, introductions, and routine care activities.
• Engage guests with stories, fun facts, and conservation messaging.
• Maintain guest safety and exhibit boundaries in a dynamic environment.
• Collaborate with Animal Care, Guest Services, and leadership teams.

Skills

Passion for animal care

Strong communication

Teamwork

Willingness to learn

Education

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

Job description

Woodbridge Aquarium & Wildlife Center is seeking an Animal Keeper to provide hands-on animal care and engage guests with the wonder of wildlife. You will help with feeding, habitat upkeep, and enrichment while communicating conservation messages to visitors.

You will work with a team to ensure safety, quality care, and memorable guest experiences, supporting education and ongoing conservation efforts.