Safari Camp Instructors and Captains

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 Summer Safari Camp Instructors and Captains to cultivate moments of awe and deepen the connection our guests have with Denver Zoo through Summer Safari Camp programming.  Summer Safari Camp staff facilitate camp programming, and provide responsible care and a safe environment for camp participants. Summer Safari Camp Captains also act as lead/point for their classroom, overseeing the implementation of their curricula, and building and strengthening relationships between staff and volunteers.

 

All applicants must be available for training Monday through Friday, May 20 – May 31 (online and in-person trainings, times to be determined). Positions are 40 hours/week, with hours varying between 7:30 AM and 5:30 PM. Summer Safari Staff must commit to teaching one of the following sessions:

 

(1) all 10 weeks (Monday through Friday, June 3 – August 9)*

(2) the first five weeks (Monday through Friday, June 3 – July 5)

(3) the last five weeks (July 8 – August 9).

 

*Candidates who complete the entire summer session (including May training dates, and program facilitation dates of June 3 - August 9) 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!