Nashville Zoo
Job Description
The Nashville Zoo is currently seeking a highly motivated individual to bring their experience, creativity and passion to our hoofstock team. This individual will join a small team of dedicated keepers in caring for and developing a diverse collection of ungulates that will be growing rapidly in size and complexity in the near future.
Responsibilities Under general supervision, keepers perform a wide range of functions in the Mammal Department at the Nashville Zoo at Grassmere: feed, clean, and maintain assigned collection animals, animal exhibits, yards, night enclosures and contiguous areas; perform light exhibit construction; operate zoo vehicles; maintain the integrity of the existing landscape; educate the public through keeper talks, tours, and other impromptu educational sessions; and provide a clean and safe environment for families to enjoy the zoo.
Preferred Experience (Ungulate)
Operant conditioning
Capture and hand restraint
Mixed species management
Herd/stud management and introductions
Hand‑rearing
Physical Requirements
Must be able to work outside year‑round under typical Tennessee weather conditions and temperatures for extended periods of time.
Must be able to work in uneven terrain with exposure to varying weather conditions, dust, and allergens.
Must be able to move about on slippery surfaces, handle toxic and hazardous materials, and work in cramped and confined spaces.
Must be able to lift and carry materials up to 75 pounds.
Minimum Requirements
Min. of 2 years full‑time, paid exotic animal experience, with at least 1 year hoofstock intensive experience. Experience in an AZA accredited zoo is preferred.
College degree (Associate’s or Bachelor’s) in Animal Science, Biology, Zoology, etc. or a combination of education and experience.
Valid driver’s license.
Background Check Applicants for this position are required to submit to a criminal background check and pass a drug test.
Work Schedule Applicant may be required to work any combination of five days in the seven‑day workweek, including holidays.
Pay Range $16.10 – $24 USD
Seniority Level
Entry level
Employment Type
Temporary
Job Function
Administrative
Industry
Museums, Historical Sites, and Zoos
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Responsibilities Under general supervision, keepers perform a wide range of functions in the Mammal Department at the Nashville Zoo at Grassmere: feed, clean, and maintain assigned collection animals, animal exhibits, yards, night enclosures and contiguous areas; perform light exhibit construction; operate zoo vehicles; maintain the integrity of the existing landscape; educate the public through keeper talks, tours, and other impromptu educational sessions; and provide a clean and safe environment for families to enjoy the zoo.
Preferred Experience (Ungulate)
Operant conditioning
Capture and hand restraint
Mixed species management
Herd/stud management and introductions
Hand‑rearing
Physical Requirements
Must be able to work outside year‑round under typical Tennessee weather conditions and temperatures for extended periods of time.
Must be able to work in uneven terrain with exposure to varying weather conditions, dust, and allergens.
Must be able to move about on slippery surfaces, handle toxic and hazardous materials, and work in cramped and confined spaces.
Must be able to lift and carry materials up to 75 pounds.
Minimum Requirements
Min. of 2 years full‑time, paid exotic animal experience, with at least 1 year hoofstock intensive experience. Experience in an AZA accredited zoo is preferred.
College degree (Associate’s or Bachelor’s) in Animal Science, Biology, Zoology, etc. or a combination of education and experience.
Valid driver’s license.
Background Check Applicants for this position are required to submit to a criminal background check and pass a drug test.
Work Schedule Applicant may be required to work any combination of five days in the seven‑day workweek, including holidays.
Pay Range $16.10 – $24 USD
Seniority Level
Entry level
Employment Type
Temporary
Job Function
Administrative
Industry
Museums, Historical Sites, and Zoos
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