Assistant Director of the Zoo

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. You may check your inbox in your Careers/LittleRock account to review all notices sent to the email address associated with your applications. Applicants may check application status for any position by logging into their account at Careers/LittleRock or contacting Human Resources at (501) 371-4590 if they are having computer difficulties.