Assistant Director of the Zoo

City of Little Rock
Little Rock, AR

JOB OBJECTIVE:To plan, direct, manage and oversee the activities, programs, and operations for assigned divisions within the Little Rock Zoo; to provide assistance to the Zoo Director with the planning and establishment of short-range and long-range goals for the Little Rock Zoo.


This position is designated as a safety/security sensitive position and is subject to random drug and alcohol screening.For a complete list of essential job functions, please click HERE.
These knowledge, skills, and abilities are usually, although not always, acquired through the completion of a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Biology, Zoology or a related area, four (4) years of managerial or administrative-level experience in planning and directing programs or a related area, two (2) years of strategic business planning and budget management experience, or a related area, and four (4) years of supervisory experience which includes the supervision of management-level personnel. Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
  • 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.

  • Must be a resident of the City of Little Rock within ninety (90) days of employment; must maintain residency for the duration of employment in this position.

  • Must be available to work outside of regular business hours and for callback after scheduled work hours, including evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays, as required.

DISCLAIMER:
This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise.
  • Online applications only
  • Applicant’s answers to supplemental questions will be used to screen for minimum qualifications electronically.
  • Please include a complete work history when completing application. Work history may impact initial salary offer amount for the successful candidate.
  • 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.
  • All communication regarding application status will be sent to candidates via text message/email address listed on account.
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