Facility
Phoenix Zoo
Closing Date
[jobclosingdate]
Description
The Phoenix Zoo is currently seeking a full-time Equine Instructor to assist with equine horsemanship, care-giving, and beginning riding classes under the provided curriculum. This person will also monitor the public ensuring the safety of visitors and animals and demonstrate familiarity with key message and communication goals for assigned areas. Equine Instructors are responsible for routine animal husbandry, monitoring diets and consumption, observing and reporting animal behavior, and performing behavioral enrichment and animal training.
The Phoenix Zoo was born of a spirit of community and the efforts of small group of dedicated volunteers, and carefully nurtured through the support of millions. We have enjoyed a truly remarkable first 50+ years. Come be a part of our next 50 years and inspire millions more, connecting guests with the natural world in new and fascinating ways. Equine Instructors run our Horse Hands programs, which is an educational, interactive and fun-filled experience connecting people of all ages to the wonder of horses and horseback riding.
Education and Pre-requisites
Minimum requirements for this position include experience in teaching/lessons, knowledge of Western Riding and Horsemanship, CHA Level 1 certification preferred, HS Diploma or equivalent with a preference for a BS degree in Life Science or equivalent and ability to work a flexible schedule. All Phoenix Zoo employees are required to pass pre-employment background checks including a drug test, this position will also require annual TB testing.
Compensation and benefits
Not specified.
Application instructions
To view a more complete description and list of requirements and to apply for this position, please visit the Phoenix Zoo job page at:
Résumés are not accepted for any Zoo position without an accompanying application. While postings may remain on outside sites for longer, once a job is removed from The Phoenix Zoo job page it is closed and we will no longer accept applications.
The Phoenix Zoo is an EEOE/ADA employer.