Animal Care Supervisor

Corinne Santini

The Santa Barbara Zoo is located on 30 acres near the ocean in Santa Barbara, CA. It was built on the site of what was known as the Child Estate. The zoo has been ranked numerous times as one of the nation\s best small zoos. We are dedicated to the preservation, conservation, and enhancement of the natural world and its living treasures through education, research, and recreation. Our values of Collaboration, Excellence, Fun, Innovation and Inclusion are at the heart of all we do.

Animal Care Supervisor

Ready to lead a team dedicated to exceptional animal care and welfare?

The Santa Barbara Zoo is seeking an Animal Care Supervisor to lead and support our dedicated keeper team while helping advance our mission of conservation, education, and animal wellbeing.

In this hands-on leadership role, you\ll coordinate daily animal care operations, promote the highest standards of animal welfare, and collaborate with veterinary, conservation, education, and zoo-wide teams to ensure outstanding care for our animal population. You\ll mentor and develop keeper staff, support animal training and enrichment programs, contribute to conservation initiatives, and help create meaningful experiences for our guests.

Wee looking for someone who brings both expertise and heart to their work. The ideal candidate is an experienced animal care professional and collaborative leader who is passionate about animal welfare, enjoys developing others, and thrives in a mission-driven environment. They are adaptable, approachable, calm under pressure, and committed to fostering a positive culture where animals, staff, volunteers, and guests can thrive.

Qualifications include:

• Bachelor\s degree in Biology, Zoology, Ecology, or a related field

• Minimum 3 years of animal husbandry experience in a zoo, aquarium, or similar setting

• Demonstrated leadership and team development experience

• Strong commitment to animal welfare, conservation, safety, and guest engagement

Join a passionate team making a difference for wildlife every day.

View the full job description and apply here: https://sbzoo.careerplug.com/jobs/3057926/apps/new

Please note: To be considered for this position, applicants must complete the Santa Barbara Zoo Official Employment Application during the application proces

Experience Required

Minimum 3 years of animal husbandry experience in a zoo, aquarium, or similar setting Demonstrated leadership and team development experience

Perks

Great team, beautiful grounds, amazing animal collection, sunshine & ocean view almost year-round! Free parking, free guest passes, unlimited free tea/coffee every morning, 20% discounts on food services and retail purchases Access to the Collabornation learning platform, professional development, and lunch & learn opportunities Comprehensive benefits package for FTR staff, voluntary supplemental insurances, zoo membership, paid sick leave, paid vacation time, 403(b) and SEP retirement plans, a paid conservation day, a paid Zoo Day to visit another AZA accredited institution, paid time off to take your pet to the vet, and much more...

Salary

$31.30-$34.50, DOE. Hourly, Non-Exempt.

How to Apply

Go to https://sbzoo.careerplug.com/jobs/3057926/apps/new and complete the online application for consideration.

Corinne Santini

500 Ninos Drive

Santa Barbara, CA 93103

Phone: 8059625339

Fax: Santa Barbara Zoo

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