ANIMAL CARE SUPERVISOR

City of Jackson, MS • Full-time • Jackson, Mississippi, United States • USD $20 - USD $24 / hour • 1w ago

Animal Care Supervisor (FULL-TIME)

Duties: Monitoring animal health, behavior, appetite, and overall condition throughout the day. Maintaining accurate daily records on health, behavior, training, enrichment, and feeding. Preparing and providing daily diets according to species specific nutritional guidelines. Cleaning and maintaining animal enclosures, holding areas, and workspaces to meet sanitation and safety standards. Following all safety protocols. Inspecting enclosures and habitats for hazards, wear, or malfunction and reporting issues promptly.

Training and Experience

Bachelor’s degree in Animal Science, Zoology, Biology, Wildlife Management, or a related field or equivalent combinations of education and experience in lieu of a specific degree
3–5+ working directly with a variety of animal species
Prior experience leading teams or serving as a lead worker in animal care
Ability to work in a team environment
Solid communication skills, verbal and written
Valid driver’s license/reliable transportation
Ability to stand for long periods of time and lift up to 50 pounds
Ability to work a varied schedule, including weekends and holidays
Must be at least 18 years of age.

Ability: Designing and rotating enrichment activities that stimulate natural behaviors. Implementing approved training programs using positive reinforcement to assist with husbandry and veterinary procedures. Speaking with visitors during keeper chats, demonstrations, or tours. Answering questions about animals, conservation, and the Jackson Zoo’s mission. Assisting with special events, educational programs, or media when assigned. Collaborating with other keepers, veterinarian tech, veterinarian, and maintenance staff. Transporting animals safely when needed and permitted by protocols. Setting up or maintaining exhibit furnishings (logs, climbing structures, water features, etc.). Reporting supply needs and helping maintain inventory for diets, enrichment, and cleaning materials. Supporting conservation initiatives and data collection when applicable and other duties as assigned.
PRIOR TO EMPLOYMENT, APPLICANT RECOMMENDED FOR EMPLOYMENT SHALL BE REQUIRED TO SUCCESSFULLY PASS A DRUG TEST AND BACKGROUND CHECK
“EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER”

Position : 1003-4029
Code : 0116
Type : INTERNAL & EXTERNAL
Location : JACKSON ZOO
Group : PARKS AND RECREATION
Job Class : ANIMAL CARE SUPERVISOR
Posting Start : 01/22/2026
Posting End : 12/31/9999

MINIMUM HOURLY RATE: $20.58

Position : 10034029

Code : 423-2

Type : INTERNAL & EXTERNAL

Location : JACKSON ZOO

Grade : PAY GRADE 27

Group : PARKS AND

Job Class : ANIMAL CARE SUPERVISOR

Posting Start : 01/23/2026

Posting End : 12/31/9999

HOURLY RATE RANGE: $20.59-$24.86