<p>JOB OBJECTIVE: To provide, safe educational experiences and supervision of children ages 6-12 during Zoofari camp season at the Little Rock Zoo. </p> <p> </p> <p>This position is not designated as a safety/security sensitive position and is not subject to random drug and alcohol screening. </p> <p> </p> <p>The City will be accepting applications based on the hiring needs of the Zoo. Interviewing will be conducted on a continuing basis while Zoofari Camp registrations are open.</p> <p>For a complete list of essential job functions, please click HERE.</p> <p>These knowledge, skills, and abilities are usually, although not always, acquired through completion of either one (1) cumulative year experience in teaching (formal or informal), interpretation, or camp facilitation; or two or more years of undergraduate coursework in science, education or a related area. Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered.</p> <p>Knowledge, </p> <p>Skills and Abilities:</p> <ul> <li>Knowledge of age-appropriate messaging and engagement techniques for children ages 6-12.  </li><li>Knowledge of life sciences, exotic animal species, and conservation/environmental science.  </li><li>Ability to deliver conservation/environmental education lesson plans that inform the campers about the Zoo and its conservation efforts.  </li><li>Ability to facilitate programs and connect to diverse audiences of various ages, backgrounds, ethnicities, and knowledge-levels in classroom sized groups.  </li><li>Ability to collaborate with volunteers and communicate needs for assistance effectively during various camp activities.   </li><li>Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with individuals and groups.  </li></ul> <p>Commitment:</p> <p>2026 Zoofari Camp season extends from June 1 to July 31 with shifts Monday through Friday from 7:30 am to 4:30 pm.</p> <p>We do not offer camp the week of June 29 to July 3 in observance of the holiday.</p> <p>Attend mandatory orientation and training days occurring on April 11, 25, and 26. </p> <p>ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: </p> <ul> <li>Must be 18 years of age or older and must possess a valid Arkansas Class D (Non-Commercial Vehicle) Driver's License before employment and maintain licensure for the duration of employment in this position. </li></ul> <p>DISCLAIMER: This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise.</p> <ul> <li>Online applications only </li><li>Applicant's answers to supplemental questions will be used to screen for minimum qualifications electronically. </li><li>Please include a complete work history when completing application.  Work history may impact initial salary offer amount for the successful candidate. </li><li>List of qualified applicants will be considered active for up to six (6) months and may be used to fill future openings with same or similar minimum qualifications. </li><li>All communication regarding application status will be sent to candidates via text message/ email address listed on account. </li><li>You may check your NeoGov inbox to review all notices sent to the email address associated with your applications. </li><li>Applicants may check application status for any position by logging into their account at or contacting Human Resources at (501) 371-4590 if they are having computer difficulties. </li></ul>