Zoo Operations Leader & Education Specialist

Oshkosh Fire Department; Oshkosh (WI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Menominee Park Zoo seeks a Lead Zoo Specialist to provide advanced animal husbandry, daily leadership, and oversight. You will supervise staff, support exhibit construction, and assist with facility and grounds maintenance while promoting welfare and regulatory compliance.

Under the Park Services and Events Manager, you will contribute to education and conservation programs and have opportunities for independent judgment in a dynamic zoo setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in biology, zoology, wildlife management, environmental science, or related field.
• Three to five years of professional animal husbandry experience with North American species.
• Demonstrated leadership or supervisory experience.
• Valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Zoo Staff Leadership: provide day-to-day leadership to staff, interns, and volunteers and support scheduling and budgeting.
• Animal Care and Welfare: maintain records, perform routine husbandry, monitor health and behavior, and ensure welfare standards.
• Visitor Engagement and Programming: engage visitors, lead conservation and education programs, and train staff and volunteers.
• Facility and Grounds Maintenance: assist with exhibit design, habitat maintenance, and general upkeep.
• Other Duties: perform additional tasks as assigned.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Physical stamina

Education

Bachelor's degree in biology, zoology, wildlife management, environmental science, or related field

Tools

Animal handling equipment

Facility maintenance tools

Carpentry basics

Job description

Menominee Park Zoo seeks a Lead Zoo Specialist to provide advanced animal husbandry, daily leadership, and oversight. You will supervise staff, support exhibit construction, and assist with facility and grounds maintenance while promoting welfare and regulatory compliance.

Under the Park Services and Events Manager, you will contribute to education and conservation programs and have opportunities for independent judgment in a dynamic zoo setting.