Zoo Summer Worker - Seasonal
City of Waco Waco, TX, United States
- Location: Waco, TX, United States
- Categories: Animal Control or Services, Parks and Recreation
- Job Type: Full Time
- Posted: Mar 20, 2026
Job Description:
Zoo Summer Worker - Seasonal
Description
SummaryMinimum Starting Salary: $15.0000 per hour
The City of Waco Seeks:
The City of Waco is seeking a reliable Summer Worker - Seasonal to join our team. This role will supervise one age group of Zoo Camp this Summer. If you are looking for a summer job, this is the perfect opportunity. Apply today!
Minimum Qualifications:
Required:
- H.S. Diploma or GED equivalent. If currently a high school senior, a diploma must be obtained and submitted to human resources within 30 days of the start of employment.
- Valid Texas Driver’s License upon hire.
Position Description:
Under close supervision, teaches one age group of Zoo Camp along with various other educational classes at the Zoo.
Essential Functions:
- Instructs and supervises one age group of students (K-1st, 2nd-3rd, or 4th-6th) during Zoo Camp. Follows camp curriculum, sets up activities and crafts, presents education animals, and facilitates games. Duties may vary according to age group and curriculum.
- Supervises teen volunteers assigned to their group of campers.
- Organizes recreation activities, supervises program participants, and enforces rules, regulations, and safety precautions on Zoo grounds; maintains discipline, monitors behavior, and resolves issues.
- Reports and resolves complaints, requests, safety conditions, security issues, and illegal activities.
- Operates a City utility vehicle to support Zoo Camp operations and program logistics and transport educational materials, program supplies, crafts, and equipment to designated locations throughout Zoo grounds to facilitate daily camp activities.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
- Complies with all policies and standards.
- Supports the relationship between the City of Waco and the general public by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with residents, visitors, and City staff, maintains confidentiality of work-related issues and City information
- Lives the City of Waco Values: equity & inclusion, excellence & innovation, integrity, people, and teamwork.
This position is not eligible for benefits.