Seasonal Guest Engagement Facilitator

Denver Zoo is a leader in animal care, wildlife conservation, and education. We are passionate about our commitment to excellence in support of our mission to secure a better world for animals through human understanding.

Denver Zoo honors our animals, staff, and guests by conducting ourselves at the highest level of integrity through our Core Actions -- Inspire Awe: Safety, Care, Connect and by embracing our Core Behaviors of: Passion, Respect, Innovation, Diversity, and Excellence in all that we do.

Denver Zoo’s Learning & Engagement Department has an opportunity for a Seasonal Guest Engagement Facilitator to provide a variety of programs at various areas around the zoo, including, but not limited to, the Giraffe Viewing Platform and daily feeding program, Be a Zookeeper Zone, and Explore the Shore nature play area. This position is designed for responsible, energetic, and outgoing persons interested in guest engagement and education in an informal science institution.  

 

Applicants must be available for trainings starting May 6, 2019 for a New Staff Orientation. Remaining trainings scheduled for May 13-17, May 20-24 and May 27-31 (times to be determined). Guest Engagement programming begins June 3, 2019 and ends August 16, 2019, with the option to stay on through Monday, September 2, 2019. This position is 35-40 hours per week, with hours varying between 7:30 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. Candidates who complete the entire summer session (including orientation on May 6, May training dates and program facilitation dates of June 2-August 16) are eligible for an end of summer bonus.

Our staff is a dedicated and diverse group of individuals committed to providing quality care to our animals while creating moments of awe for guests. If you are a like-minded individual and thrive in a dynamic, fast paced, and innovative culture, Denver Zoo is the place for you!