Exhibit Attendant

Woodland Park Zoo • Seattle, WA

283d • $20 - $24

About The Position

The Exhibit Attendant role at Woodland Park Zoo is a customer service position that involves interacting with a wide variety of guests throughout animal experiences. This role is expected to work 15-25 hours per week and is anticipated to end on September 1, 2025. The position does not interact directly with animals but focuses on creating an inclusive experience for all guests as they explore the zoo. The zoo connects people with wildlife and motivates them to take action for conservation.

Requirements

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED).
• Ability to manage crowds and difficult situations.
• Demonstrated reliability and punctuality.
• Ability to work effectively as a team member and independently with little supervision.
• Ability to work varying hours and a flexible schedule, including weekends, evenings, and holidays.
• Ability to work with the public including diverse populations and people of all ages.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules and procedure manuals.
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
• Successful applicants must live and work in Washington State to perform this role.
• Applicants must be at least 18 years old.

Nice To Haves

• Ability to speak a language in addition to English.
• Knowledge of the zoo, preferably gained through working at the zoo in a volunteer or staff capacity.
• Previous experience working with animals.
• First Aid and CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Staff the public areas of the exhibit and provide customer service information and assistance to the public including general information and educational/interpretive information.
• Interact directly with and assist visitors of all ages.
• Oversee crowd flow and ensure viewing etiquette guidelines are followed by visitors.
• Provide assistance to Animal Keepers.
• Monitor the public, animals, buildings, and exhibit areas when Keepers have left the work areas.
• Close the exhibit at the end of the day.
• Staff the exhibit at special after-hours events upon request.
• Support zoo policies in a professional manner.

Benefits

• 4 complimentary Zoo tickets per year plus other discounts and perks.
• Accrue 1 hour of sick leave for every 30 hours worked.
• 403(b) Retirement Plan.
• Free staff parking.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED