Hutchinson Zoo Nestled in the heart of Kansas, Hutchinson offers a unique blend of small-town charm and vibrant cultural experiences, including the world-renowned Kansas Cosmosphere Space Museum and Strataca Underground Salt Museum. It is known for its welcoming community, affordable living, and annual events, including Smallville, USA (home to Clark Kent) and the NJCAA Basketball tournament. The City's commitment to growth and quality of life creates an inviting environment where everyone belongs and thrives. Zoo Curator The Hutchinson Zoo is a vibrant and engaging part of our community, fulfilling our mission of "Plains conservation through community engagement, inspiring experiences, and exemplary animal care." The Zoo's flagship conservation program is Native Wildlife Rehabilitation, with over 800 annual admissions. In 2024, the Zoo celebrated 27 years of continuous AZA accreditation, opened a 3+ acre Gateway to the Prairie Exhibit and embarked on a new Strategic Master Plan. More Masterplan updates and growth are underway for 2025. The Zoo Curator oversees the care and welfare of all collection and rehabilitation animals, including daily husbandry, behavioral training and enrichment, animal records, permits and reports. This position acts as a liaison between the Zoo Director and contract veterinarians and as the Institutional Representative for AZA population management species. The Curator assists the Zoo Director with updating and maintaining Zoo policies and strategic, Master and collection plans. This employee should possess excellent public relations, supervisory, organizational, and communication skills. Hutchinson Zoo seeks a well-rounded individual with a positive attitude, a balanced combination of animal knowledge, a passion for hard work, and a desire to support a strong zoo team with lofty goals. As a leader of a small group of animal care professionals, the successful candidate will work directly with staff on projects, training, and animal care and oversee wildlife rehabilitation and preventative care programs. Experience Required Education: A Bachelor's degree in a zoological or veterinary-related field is required. Experience: A minimum of five years of similar or related experience is required. At least two of those years should include supervisory experience. Prior hands-on paid experience in AZA-standard daily husbandry techniques and assessing the care and welfare of Zoo animals is essential. Prior experience in behavioral husbandry and veterinary treatment techniques is preferred. Wildlife rehabilitation experience is preferred. The employee is expected to have acquired the necessary information and skills to perform the job reasonably well within one year. Perks BENEFITS OVERVIEW: Group Health, Dental & Vision insurance through Meritain/Aetna, Retirement; KPERS Defined Benefit & 457 Retirement Savings Plans Insurance, Disability Death Benefit Life & Optional Voluntary Life Insurance, Medical & Dependent Care Spending Account, Vacation, Sick & City Holiday Leave, Employee Assistance Program, Employee Wellness Program Salary $45,976 - $69,007 DOQ How to Apply To review the full job description and to apply, visit the City of Hutchinson Website. Hutchinson Zoo 6 Emerson Loop East Hutchinson, KS 67501 Phone: 6202594120 Visit our website Like us on Facebook