PT Zoo Educator (Early Childhood and Families Educator)

PT Zoo Educator (Early Childhood and Families Educator)

Salary

$11.00 - $15.00 Hourly

Location

Zoo, #1 Zoo Drive, Little Rock, AR

Job Type

Part Time - Regular Position

Job Number

ZO-2026-08

Department

City of Little Rock Zoo

Division

Zoo Education

Opening Date

08/24/2026

Closing Date

9/7/2026 11:59 PM Central

FLSA

Non-Exempt

Bargaining Unit

PT N/A

Supervisory Responsibility?

No

On-Line Applications Only?

Yes

Department:

City of Little Rock Zoo

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

The City of Little Rock provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. City of Little Rock complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every work location. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Job Objective & Safety/Security Sensitive Designation

JOB OBJECTIVE: To provide or assist in the instruction and supervision of participants in on-site and education zoo reach programs and activities for the Little Rock Zoo.

SAFETY/SECURITY SENSITIVE DESIGNATION & JOB OBJECTIVE

Under Review by City Attorney

Essential Functions

For a complete list of essential job functions, please click HERE.

Minimum Qualifications, Additional Requirements and Supervisory Responsibilities

These knowledge, skills, and abilities are usually, although not always, acquired through completion of a Bachelors Degree in Education or a related area; one (1) year experience in training, teaching or conducting presentations in a zoological setting. Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must possess a valid Arkansas Class D (Non-Commercial Vehicle) Drivers License before employment and maintain licensure for the duration of employment in this position.
• Must be available to work weekends and holidays.

DISCLAIMER:

This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise.

Application Requirements

• 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 NeoGov inbox 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 or contacting Human Resources at (501) 371-4590 if they are having computer difficulties.

Regular part-time employees who work 1,500 hours shall receive six (6) days of Sick Leave upon the completion of the 1,500 hours. If unused, this Sick Leave shall be allowed to accumulate to a maximum of fifteen (15) days (120 hours). Regular, full-time non-probationary employees who transfer to Regular, part-time positions will receive credit for the previous years service for purposes of Sick Leave accrual and may carry over accrued Sick Leave accrual up to the maximum noted above.

Regular part-time employees who were in pay status (vacation, sick leave, or actual hours worked) for at least 1,500 hours during the year shall receive the following Vacation Leave:

Up to 10 years of service (40 hrs.) = 5 days per year

10 years or more (60 hrs.) = 7-1/2 days per year

01

Are you currently an employee of the City of Little Rock Zoo?

• Yes
• No

02

Are you willing to possess a valid Arkansas Class D (Non-Commercial Vehicle) Drivers License before employment and maintain licensure for the duration of employment in this position?

• Yes
• No

03

Are you willing and able to work weekends, holidays and nights? (NOTE: The zoo is open everyday except Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Years Day)

• Yes
• No

04

What experience do you have handling and interpreting live animals specifically for educational or public programs?

• Yes
• No

05

If yes, please describe any certifications, training, or relevant program work.[Please ensure this information is included in your work history-applications without this information cannot be considered.] If NOT applicable, please enter N/A. See resume or see work history are NOT acceptable answers

06

Please provide examples of programs or activities you have developed and then facilitated for the public (including what age groups) if none, put N/A:

07

Do you have a Bachelors degree in the following areas?

• Zoology
• Biology
• Education
• Natural History
• Animal related degree
• No related degree, but I have completed related coursework.
• No related Education

08

How did you find out about this particular position?

• LRJobs.LittleRock.gov
• Facebook/Social Media
• Arkansas Business
• KARK4/FOX16 Social Media Live
• Newspaper (Arkansas Democrat Gazette or El Latino)
• City Employee
• Friend or relative who does not work for the City
• Internet Search Engine (Google, Yahoo, Bing)
• Career Builder/Indeed
• Government Jobs
• Indeed
• College/University Career Page
• Career Fair
• Virtual Job Fair
• Career Counselor (Military or Goodwill, Workforce)
• Re-entry Program (Community Programs)
• Department of Workforce Services
• Professional Association
• Other

Required Question

Employer City of Little Rock

Department City of Little Rock Zoo Address #1 Zoo Drive

Little Rock, Arkansas, 72205

Phone 501-661-7220