1. Download a standard Zoo Job Application (.pdf).
2. Follow the instructions included with the job listing to reach the appropriate person and department. (Calling the Zoo is not the best way to reach us about jobs, as we have many departments.)
3. Submit your resume to:
   • The e-mail address listed with job opening.
   • Fax number 719.633.2254. On your cover sheet, indicate the department your information should be given to.

Note: Jobs listed on this web site may be filled at any time and are subject to availability. We try to keep this list current, but jobs may be available that are not listed.

View the available jobs.

IT Manager

The Cheyenne Mountain Zoo is searching for a technologically talented person to fill the position of IT Manager. The ideal candidate will have experience working in a nonprofit environment and with Black Baud software packages. This person will be responsible for
oversight of all computer and telephone system hardware and soft ware at the zoo. They will also assist in planning, implementation of ways to improve efficiency through better use of technology.

Please send resume, cover letter, salary history and requirements to:
Mike Sukel
Director of Operations
Cheyenne Mountain Zoo
4250 Cheyenne Mountain Zoo Rd
Colorado Springs, CO 80906
Or email msukel@cmzoo.org (No phone calls please)

Education Interpretive Keeper

The Education Department at Cheyenne Mountain Zoo is currently seeking dynamic, energetic and enthusiastic candidates for our full-time Education Interpretive Keeper.  This position is responsible for the care, husbandry, training of the Education Department’s collection of animal ambassadors while also overseeing all aspects of the exhibits and building in which they are housed. In the Loft Exploration Center, the Zoo is striving to go a step further in our interpretation by providing guests with the opportunity to be a part of the Zoo experience and help ‘get the job done.’ The successful candidate for this position will have a personality and attitude that fosters a friendly environment by proactively engaging our guests.  This position also requires the individual to consistently engage Zoo guests with interpretive programs and natural behavior shows throughout the day, year-round and maintain records and schedules of program animal use.  This is an hourly position starting in the mid-20’s per year, depending on experience.  If interested, please read through the full job description for the position and carefully review the listed qualifications.
 
To apply, submit a current resume and cover letter to Nicole Mantz, Education Curator by 5 p.m. Febuary 15, 2012. 

Education Outreach Coordinator

The Education Department at Cheyenne Mountain Zoo is currently seeking dynamic, energetic and enthusiastic candidates for Education Outreach Coordinator position.  This position is responsible for overseeing all aspects of over 500 live animal outreach programs per year.  The successful candidate for this position will have a personality and attitude that fosters a friendly environment by proactively engaging our guests, coordinating volunteers and supplemental staff for a variety of appearances at schools and within the community while also actively managing the revenue and expenses for this program. Handling a variety of live animals including reptiles and invertebrates is required. Knowledge of and experience with positive reinforcement training and animal enrichment is preferred. This is an hourly position starting in the mid-20’s per year, depending on experience.  If interested, please read through the full job description for the position and carefully review the listed qualifications.

To apply, submit a current resume and cover letter to the address below by 5 p.m. February 10, 2012. Electronic applications preferred. No phone calls please.
Nicole Mantz, Education Curator
Cheyenne Mountain Zoo
4250 Cheyenne Mountain Zoo Rd
Colorado Springs, CO 80906
Or email nmantz@cmzoo.org

Zoo Crew Supervisors

The Cheyenne Mountain Zoo Education Department is looking for two mature, hard-working people to be supervisors/trainers for our teen volunteers in our Zoo Crew program.  Pay: $9.00/hour.  Must enjoy working with young adults ages 11-17. Must be CPR/first aid certified. Good organizational and motivational skills a must.  Past experience with teens required. Resume and 3 references accepted until position is filled. View full job description.  

Please send to:
Megan Hudak
Volunteer Services Manager 
4250 Cheyenne Mountain Zoo Rd. 
Colorado Springs, CO 80906. 
E-mail: mhudak@cmzoo.org  
Fax: 719-633-2254  (No phone calls please!)

Education Internship

Summary: Cheyenne Mountain Zoo is looking for creative, enthusiastic, responsible and hardworking individuals with a passion for Environmental Education and working with children. Education interns take a leading role in all aspects of our program participants’ experience, teaching diverse audiences from preschoolers to adults in the Zoo’s education programs which include camps, tours, birthday parties and overnights. During educational programs, interns will provide a link between participants and nature, through experiences that inspire action. View full job description.

To Apply:  Please send resume, cover letter, essay questions and 3 professional reference contacts to:
Meg McDaniel, Academic Programs Manager
Cheyenne Mountain Zoo
4250 Cheyenne Mountain Zoo Rd
Colorado Springs, CO 80906
Or email mmcdaniel@cmzoo.org (No phone calls please)

Head Camp Counselor

Summary: Cheyenne Mountain Zoo is looking for a creative, enthusiastic, responsible and hardworking individual with a passion for Environmental Education and working with children, and assisting the Academic Programs Manager in leading college aged and other adult camp counselors.  The head camp counselor is counted on to coordinate, and maintain the summer camp program, including program and activity design and implementation.  This position takes a leadership role in all aspects of summer camp including communicating with parents, coordinating check in and check out each day, overseeing camp counselors and teen volunteers, as well as maintaining supplies and inventories.  View full job description.

To Apply:  Please send resume, cover letter, essay questions and 3 professional reference contacts to:
Meg McDaniel, Academic Programs Manager
Cheyenne Mountain Zoo
4250 Cheyenne Mountain Zoo Rd
Colorado Springs, CO 80906
Or email mmcdaniel@cmzoo.org (No phone calls please)

 

Food Service and Retail Positions

(Managed by Service Systems Associates/Taste of the Wild Catering)

• Retail Sales Associates
• Food Service Staff
• Catering Staff
• Concession Stand Supervisors

For more information please contact:
Concessions: Kenny Bruggeman, Restaurant Manager - kennybruggeman@kmssa.com
Retail: Nancy Gonzalez, Retail Manager - nancygonzalez@kmssa.com or 719-575-0536
Catering: Kassy Boyd, Catering Manager - kassyboyd@kmssa.com or 719-314-0970

Volunteers

Have time on your hands? Want to do something worthwhile in an exciting, beautiful setting? Come to the zoo and volunteer. You'll be glad you did. Whether you want to help keep our animals comfortable, help children have a wonderful zoo experience, or work in an office, your efforts are needed. More about volunteering...

For questions or information, contact:

Megan Hudak, Volunteer Services Manager
4250 Cheyenne Mountain Zoo Rd.
Colorado Springs, CO 80906
E-mail: volunteer@cmzoo.org
Fax: 719.633.2254

The Cheyenne Mountain Zoological Society is an Equal Opportunity Institution.