Careers

If you care about animals as much as we do, we want to hear from you!

Interested in an internship? Cheyenne Mountain Zoo offers internships for people ages 18 and older, learn more.

Application Process:
  1. Departments may have their own application process. Read the instructions per job listing carefully and follow them.
  2. If the application instructions refer to the standard Zoo Job Application (PDF), download it HERE.
  3. Calling the Zoo is not the best way to reach us about jobs, as we have many departments.
  4. 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.

Current Opportunities at the Zoo:

Veterinary Technician

You will be responsible for being an integral part of the team and culture that will provide the best medical care and preventative medicine to CMZoo’s animal collection. View full job description.

COMPENSATION: : $24.00-25.50/hour
To Apply: Submit resume, cover letter, & 3 names of references to [email protected] by January 15, 2026.

Animal Keeper – Rocky Mountain Highlands

Do you have a passion for data-driven and purposeful animal care, carnivores of all sizes (but mostly big cats), connecting guests to animals, and promoting methods on how to live responsibly with native wildlife? Cheyenne Mountain Zoo is seeking an Animal Keeper to join our dynamic Rocky Mountain Wild / Asian Highlands team, home to an array of charismatic species: grizzly bears, Alaskan moose, a band of 3 mischievous raccoons, North American river otters, bald eagle, Mexican wolves, Cougars, Canada lynx, North American porcupine, African lions, Amur tiger, red panda, Amur leopard, snow leopard and even some greenback cut-throat trout for fish enthusiasts. This area is a place for people who thrive in a high pace, ambitious, safety conscious environment. One must love being outdoors no matter the season and have a hunger for pursuing the next level of animal care vs sticking to the status-quo. View full job description.

What Work Looks Like:
• Work with your teammates to provide top-notch daily care, environmental maintenance and enhancements, and training for a diverse group of animals.
• Design and deliver unforgettable moments for Zoo guests – Keeper chats, Demos, Behind-theScenes Tours, Defining Moments (impromptu guest / animal interactions intending to be a pivotal moment that leads to an appreciation of wildlife) and Interactive learning experiences.
• This area is the most requested section of the Zoo for behind the scenes experiences and animal encounters. A passion for sharing animals with others in a professional, safe, and fun manner is critical.
• Operant conditioning training, environmental enrichment, initiating data driven animal wellbeing enhancements, cleaning / maintaining exhibits and enclosures and thorough record keeping.
• New hires must pass training and certification with two lock – two key system, utilize lockout procedures when required, and follow communication strategies around safety protocols within the assigned dangerous animal facilities.
• Maintain a strong, team-based relationship with our veterinary staff and provide the highest standard of medical care.

COMPENSATION: $20.40-$22.95 per hour
To Apply: Please go to Indeed.com. No phone calls please.

Food Service & Retail Positions

(Managed by The SSA Group) Currently hiring for:
– Line Coooks
– Food Service Associates
– Warehouse Runners
– Retail Associates

For more information & to apply click here

All other: please contact our Assistant Operations Manager, Administration – [email protected]

Adult 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 adult volunteering…

 

The Cheyenne Mountain Zoological Society is an Equal Opportunity Institution.

 

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