• Goddard, KS
  • $16 Per Hour
  • Quick Apply
1 day ago

Job Description

Craft WOW Moments. Inspire Action. Drive Conservation.
At Tanganyika Wildlife Park, we go beyond caring for animals. We create once-in-a-lifetime experiences that make you say "WOW". Inspiring generations to become conservation champions.

If you're passionate about animals, driven by purpose, and believe that one moment can change a life then this is where you belong.

Why Tanganyika?
A Front Row Seat to Conservation in Action
We’re not a zoo. We’re an experience. At Tanganyika, you’ll be part of a team pioneering interactive conservation experiences that educate, engage, and empower. We do conservation a bit different our focus is conservation one person at a time. Making people aware of the species, getting them interested, and then calling them to action.

Work That Gives You Goosebumps
From helping a toddler feed a giraffe for the first time to guiding a training session with a curious lemur, your job here is anything but ordinary. This is the kind of place where work and wonder collide.

Real Growth. Real Mentorship. Real Impact.
Whether you're starting your career or seeking your next challenge, Tanganyika invests in you. We care about you beyond the workplace with initiatives to help our team reduce their consumer debt to an employee assistance program to our Dream Manager program, we want you to become the best YOU.

A Culture That Cares—For Animals and Humans
We lead with love, and it shows. Our team is fiercely supportive, deeply passionate, and united by a shared purpose. And yes, your “co-workers” might include sloths, rhinos, and porcupines.

Purpose That Reaches Beyond the Park
Every moment you create here fuels a global mission. Whether it’s supporting field conservation projects or inspiring a child to become a future biologist, your work leaves a legacy.


The BRAVO Team manages some of the park’s most interactive and smile-inducing areas—including kangaroos, birds, reptiles, small mammals, goats/alpacas and primates like lemurs and sakis. From the Children’s Zoo to education ambassadors, they balance expert care with high-energy guest engagement every single day.


If you're energized by non-stop action, curious critters, and the occasional guinea pig symphony—BRAVO might just be your perfect fit!


What You’ll Do

  • Provide daily care for a variety of animal species, including feeding, cleaning, enrichment, and monitoring health and behavior.

  • Participate in animal training and behavioral husbandry to support welfare and cooperative care.

  • Maintain accurate records of animal observations, treatments, and daily activities using the park’s management software.

  • Assist with the preparation and implementation of enrichment programs that stimulate natural behaviors and promote mental well-being.

  • Support and participate in conservation, breeding, and research initiatives as directed by the Care Team.

  • Collaborate closely with the veterinary team by assisting with medical exams, treatments, and implementing health protocols.

  • Maintain clean, safe, and organized animal habitats and workspaces.

  • Engage in ongoing professional development and training to enhance your skills and knowledge.


What You Bring

  • A combination of formal education (e.g., degree or coursework in zoology, biology, animal science, or related field) and hands-on experience working with exotic or domestic animals in a zoological, aquarium, sanctuary or equivalent setting that demonstrates the necessary skills for this position

  • Excellent public speaking and customer service skills

  • Desire to grow as a team member, animal keeper, and human being

  • Ability to stand or walk and be able to perform physical work outside in all weather conditions

  • Ability to bend, stoop, and lift 50-75 pounds when necessary

  • Ability to work long hours, weekend, weekdays, holidays, and everyday


What We Offer

  • Year round, full-time position

  • Starting hourly rate of $16.00/hr with pay modifiers for training experience and/or keeper experience 

  • Professional development program (tiers and badges) that allows staff to improve their skill set and earn additional pay compensation

  • Click the link to see TWP Benefits


Please apply at https://tagannyikawildlifeparkllc.easyapply.co


If you have any issues apply please email creese@twpark.com for assistance.


Numbers & Facts

LocationGoddard, KS

Skills

  • Animal Husbandryunmatched
  • Animal Trainingunmatched
  • Conservationunmatched
  • Customer Support/Serviceunmatched
  • Lift/Move 50 Poundsunmatched
  • Medical Assistanceunmatched
  • Organizational Skillsunmatched
  • Presentation/Verbal Skillsunmatched
  • Record Keepingunmatched
  • Team Lead/Managerunmatched
  • Veterinary Medicineunmatched
  • Zoologyunmatched

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