What are the responsibilities and job description for the Grounds Supervisor position at Woodland Park Zoo?
SALARY & FLSA : $77,969 - $102,139.95 per year; FLSA exempt
The $77,969 annual starting pay is structured to be competitive and may extend up to $85,116.62 of the annual range, reflecting our commitment to offering competitive compensation to qualified candidates.
OPENING DATE : 02 / 13 / 2025
CLOSING DATE : 03 / 14 / 2025
JOB TYPE : Regular, Full-time
UNION : Non-Represented
OPENINGS : 1
LOCATION : Onsite
DEPARTMENT : Grounds & Events
The schedule for this role is Sunday through Thursday from 9 AM to 5 PM.
HOW DO YOU ZOO?
More than 1.3 million people visit Woodland Park Zoo each year. We connect people with wildlife and remind them of what's at stake in our changing world. Our job is to motivate people to take action and provide them with the tools needed to join us in saving endangered species. Working for the zoo means upholding our mission, "To save wildlife and inspire everyone to make conservation a priority in their lives." Apply today and show us how you zoo.
WHO YOU ARE
As our new Grounds Supervisor, we know you will be successful in this role because you are :
- A strong leader and team player : You support and motivate staff, foster a positive and inclusive work environment, and balance independence with collaboration to get the job done efficiently.
- A hands-on problem solver : You embrace challenges, think critically, and adapt to changing conditions while continuously learning and improving processes.
- Guest-focused and inclusive : You prioritize the needs of visitors by maintaining safe, accessible, and welcoming outdoor spaces while demonstrating awareness of diversity and inclusion.
- Technically skilled : You are able to comprehend and create technical documents, reports, and SOP's.
YOUR PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Ability to speak a language in addition to English.
QUALIFICATIONS
BENEFITS
The Woodland Park Zoo offers a comprehensive benefits package for full time staff including :
SELECTION PROCESS
Application : Please include a resume with your application through our Zoo Careers site at zoo.org / jobs. Please be sure to list or upload copies of all relevant training and certifications on your application. The zoo may review existing application pools to fill this position or use this pool to fill future vacancies.
This opportunity is open to all candidates that meet the qualifications. Woodland Park Zoo values diverse perspectives and life experiences. Applicants will be considered regardless of race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, sex, marital status, disability, religious or political affiliation, age, sexual orientation, or gender identity. The zoo encourages people of all backgrounds to apply, including people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, 2SLGBTQ, people with disabilities, veterans, and those with diverse life experiences. Woodland Park Zoo is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in all its services. If you need accommodation in the application or interview process, please contact our recruiting team at careers@zoo.org.
Screening : We will review applications and select some candidates for screening calls. Final candidates will be invited for virtual or in-person interviews.
Offer : Job offers are contingent on the verification of credentials and other information required by the employment process including the completion of a background check. In addition, this role requires the applicant to successfully complete a : driving record review, pre-employment physical, and pre-employment tuberculosis test.
Salary : $77,969 - $102,140
