Job Opportunities

Spend All Your Time at the Zoo.

If you care about animals as much as we do, we want to hear from you! Browse the list below for current opportunities at the Zoo.

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Application Process

  1. Download a standard Zoo Job Application in pdf file format.
  2. Follow the instructions included with the job listing to reach the appropriate person and department. (Calling the Zoo is not the best way to reach us about jobs, as we have many departments.)
  3. Submit your resume to:
    • The e-mail address listed with job opening.
    • Fax number 719.633.2254. On your cover sheet, indicate the department your information should be given to.

Note: Jobs listed on this web site may be filled at any time and are subject to availability. We try to keep this list current, but jobs may be available that are not listed.

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Current Openings (March 2010)

View the available jobs.


Summer Education Internship (Paid)

Cheyenne Mountain Zoo’s Education Department is looking for creative, enthusiastic, responsible and hardworking individuals interested in environmental and conservation education and being outside working with children throughout the year. This job will vary from 10-32 hours a week, including weekends, overnights, extensive walking, spending time outside in all weather and working with children on a daily basis. View full job description. Please send resume and job application to: kbenson@cmzoo.org


Full-time Horticulturist

The Zoo is looking for a hardworking individual for an entry level construction and garden maintenance position. Knowledge and experience with gardening, and construction equipment or landscape equipment a plus. Knowledge and experience with plants, irrigation systems, or greenhouse management a plus. Snow removal experience a plus. Must be able to work outside in all types of weather, and work a regular schedule that includes some weekend hours. If you would like to be considered for this position please send a resume and job application to fhaas@cmzoo.org; or mail to Cheyenne Mountain Zoo, attn: Frank Haas; 4250 Cheyenne Mountain Zoo Road, Colorado Springs, Colorado 80906; or send by fax: 719-633-2254. Link to online job application.


Zoo Crew Supervisors

Cheyenne Mountain Zoo Education Department is looking for two mature, hard-working people to be supervisors/trainers for our teen volunteers in our Zoo Crew program. Pay: $8.50/hour. Must enjoy working with young adults ages 11-17. Must be CPR/first aid certified. Good organizational and motivational skills a must. Past experience with teens preferred. Resume and 3 references accepted until position is filled. View full job description. Please send to: Megan Hudak, Volunteer Services Manager. 4250 Cheyenne Mountain Zoo Rd. Colorado Springs, CO 80906. E-mail: mhudak@cmzoo.org Fax: 719-633-2254 (No phone calls please!)


Membership Sales Booth Representative

Cheyenne Mountain Zoo is looking for outgoing, computer savvy individuals to work in our membership sales booth during Spring Break and the summer. This position requires exceptional customer service skills to provide the best experience for our members. The Membership Sales Booth Representative will check in members on our POS system and sell memberships to new and renewing members. This position will also answer general Zoo and membership questions. View the full job description. If you would like to be considered for this opportunity please fill out an online application and send to: Valerie Maltese, 4250 Cheyenne Mountain Zoo Rd. Colorado Springs, CO, 80906


Concessions Positions

(Run by Service Systems Associates/Wildthings Catering)

  • Sales Associate
  • Food Service Workers
  • Catering Staff
  • Concession Stand Supervisors
  • Janitorial Evening Shift

For questions or information call Service Systems Associates at 719.575.0536.


Volunteers

Have time on your hands? Want to do something worthwhile in an exciting, beautiful setting? Come to the zoo and volunteer. You'll be glad you did. Whether you want to help keep our animals comfortable, help children have a wonderful zoo experience, or work in an office, your efforts are needed. More about volunteering...

For questions or information, contact:

Megan Hudak, Community Programs Manager
4250 Cheyenne Mountain Zoo Rd.
Colorado Springs, CO 80906
E-mail: volunteer@cmzoo.org
Fax: 719.633.2254

The Cheyenne Mountain Zoological Society is an Equal Opportunity Institution.