Zoo Operations Lead & Animal Care Specialist

Out Professionals; Oshkosh (WI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision

State of WI Pension with employer-mand

Paid time off upon hire

Free clinic for health-insured

Job summary

The City of Oshkosh is seeking a knowledgeable Lead Zoo Specialist to head daily operations at Menominee Park Zoo. You will supervise staff, oversee animal husbandry, and support exhibits while delivering educational and conservation programs.

Requires a bachelor’s degree in a relevant field and 3+ years of experience in animal care, with prior lead experience. Competitive benefits and active community engagement are offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in biology, zoology, wildlife management, environmental science, or related field.
• 3+ years of professional animal husbandry experience, preferably in a zoo or similar facility with North American species.
• Prior lead worker or supervisor experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead Zoo Operations and Staff: provide day-to-day leadership to zoo staff, schedule, train, and oversee performance.
• Support Animal Care and Welfare: perform routine husbandry, monitor health, enrichment, and compliance with welfare standards.
• Engage Visitors and Advance Programming: develop and deliver educational and conservation programs for the public.
• Maintain Facilities and Grounds: assist with maintenance, landscaping, exhibits, and safety.

Skills

Leadership

Animal husbandry

Staff training

Record keeping

Education

Bachelor's degree in biology

Bachelor's degree in zoology

Bachelor's degree in wildlife management

Bachelor's degree in environmental science

Job description

The City of Oshkosh is seeking a knowledgeable Lead Zoo Specialist to head daily operations at Menominee Park Zoo. You will supervise staff, oversee animal husbandry, and support exhibits while delivering educational and conservation programs.

Requires a bachelor’s degree in a relevant field and 3+ years of experience in animal care, with prior lead experience. Competitive benefits and active community engagement are offered.