Carnivore & Pinniped Keeper – Full Time
FILLED / EXPIRED
Posted on August 1, 2025
It's an exciting time to work at the Blank Park Zoo as many new projects are in the works. Construction recently began on a new Lion center with two exhibits and in the near future construction will begin on a renovated tiger center with three exhibits, a brand-new otter exhibit, and we will be bringing in a new species to Blank Park Zoo, Bobcats. This position is under the direct supervision of the Carnivore and Pinniped Supervisor and is responsible for performing a variety of tasks related to animal care of the following species (*represents current or future breeding group): Amur Tiger*, African Lion*, Snow Leopard, California Sea Lion, Pacific Harbor Seal*, White Handed Gibbon, Black and White Ruffed Lemur*, Magellanic Penguin*, North American River Otter*. Qualified candidates should have a wide-ranging animal husbandry background with an emphasis on training and enrichment. Previous experience working with dangerous animals is preferred. The qualified candidate will be an outgoing and dynamic person that works well individually and as part of a team. The selected candidate for this position will be expected to learn and work all routines in the department.

Blank Park Zoo
Des Moines, Iowa
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