Year-round employment
Positions for zookeepers and maintenance personnel are hired through the City of Springfield Human Resources department. For information on applying for these positions, please visit the City of Springfield’s website.
Seasonal employment
Some positions for seasonal grounds workers are hired through the City of Springfield Human Resources department. For information on applying for these positions, please visit the of Springfield Human Resources website..
Guest Services seasonal employment
Apply online, or stop by the front entrance to fill out an application in person.
Online application
Positions for Guest Services (food/drink sales, gift shop, etc.) are hired through Friends of the Zoo.