Qualifications

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Applicants must have graduated from college with a bachelors degree in business, zoology, biology, or a related field
and have at least eight (8) years of experience in management, with at least five (5) of those years in a supervisory role.
See job posting on the City of Idaho Falls website for the full job description.
BENEFITS
The City of Idaho Falls offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
$52,000 to $74,300 salary range
Medical Insurance (PPO option or HSA option)
Dental Insurance

CITY OF IDAHO FALLS

ZOO SUPERINTENDENT

Born May 17, 2014

Vision Insurance
Vacation and Sick Leave
PERSI Retirement - www.persi.idaho.gov
Voluntary 401k
Employer-funded Life Insurance
Voluntary Life Insurance

Application Process
CREATE AN APPLICANT ACCOUNT
1. Visit www.IdahoFallsIdaho.gov and click on Work > Employment.
2. Locate the Zoo Superintendent job posting and click on Apply. If this is your first application with the City of Idaho
Falls, you will need to set up an account username and password. Be sure to save your username and password.
3. Make sure your application is thorough, as this is the primary tool used to evaluate your job qualifications.
Incomplete applications will be rejected.
4. Check your email regularly. Email will be the primary method by which we communicate with you.
For questions please contact:
Eilene Horne, Human Resource Analyst
EHorne@idahofallsidaho.gov
(208) 612-8106

The City of Idaho Falls, Idaho

invites interest in the position of
Zoo Superintendent

About Idaho Falls

Located in the heart of the West and neighboring the majestic Rocky Mountains, Idaho Falls, Idaho combines small town
charm with exciting economic opportunity. Idaho Falls is known for being a family-friendly city with outstanding outdoor
recreation and quality business prospects. More than 58,000 people (130,000 including the surrounding area) now call the
growing city of Idaho Falls their home.
Named after the beautiful waterfalls located downtown, Idaho Falls also boasts an extensive greenbelt trail network around
the section of the Snake River that cuts through the town. Citizens of Idaho Falls take advantage of the nearby mountainous
terrain of the Teton Range, enjoying outdoor activities such as skiing, biking, hiking, camping, snowshoeing, and more. In
our backyard lies the infamous Yellowstone National Park. Culture and entertainment thrive in this little metropolis where
annual events like the Annual Mountain Brewers Beer Fest, Snake River Roaring Youth Jam, and The Sidewalk Festival on the
Greenbelt serve as regional attractions. Local theaters including the Colonial Theater and Civil Auditorium bring exciting
concerts, plays, and speakers.
The friendly, welcoming community of Idaho Falls serves as a perfect home for families, outdoorsman, and business-people
seeking career opportunities. Citizens would agree, Idaho Falls is an excellent place to call home.

About Idaho Falls Zoo at Tautphaus Park

Accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums, the Zoo participates in 44 national Species Survival Plans. Boasting
a collection of more than 100 species from around the world, the Idaho Falls Zoo at Tautphaus Park is often considered the
Best Little Zoo in the West. With expanding habitats, exciting renovations and a thriving community of creatures great and
small, the Idaho Falls Zoo at Tautphaus Park is one of the most loved family attractions by citizens and visitors.
Through the amazing efforts of our volunteers and staff, the Idaho Falls Zoo at Tautphaus Park is a thriving part of the local
community. In 2013 alone, over 120,000 people visited the zoo, 883 people attended guided tours, more than 7,250
people attended the Animal Encounters Shows to meet exciting creatures, and nearly 100 volunteers contributed thousands
of hours to help keep the zoo beautiful. The Idaho Falls Zoo at Tautphaus Park also provides consistent support for community
events including Earth Day and the Water Awareness Festival. In October 2014, the annual Boo at the Zoo event drew in
a crowd of nearly 10,000 people over the course of 3-nights, providing a safe place for families to trick-or-treat and see
exciting animals.
The team members at the Idaho Falls Zoo at Tautphaus Park are passionate about education, investing much time and effort
into teaching the public about animals, habitats, and the environment. Last year, 65 formal on-site education programs were
held with 526 participants, a new TPZ Educators Volunteer Training Course was completed, and our Education Curator
taught Friends of Learning class on Reptiles.
Conservation is another main focus of the Idaho Falls Zoo at Tautphaus Park. Through managing conservation funds,
participating in conservation fundraising events, and starting educational programs that generate revenue for foundations
and programs, Tautphaus is dedicated to supporting the preservation of species from around the world.
The Tautphaus Park Zoological Society is a non-profit corporation dedicated to assist the City of Idaho Falls in the promotion
and continuous improvement of the Zooboth for families and the animals. The Society raises funds through memberships
and various fundraisers each year, including Boo at the Zoo, Christmas with the Critters, and Zoo Brew. In 2013, there were
1,310 members of the Zoological Society.

About The Position

Zoo Superintendent

The Idaho Falls Zoo at Tautphaus Park is staffed by a dedicated, hard-working team of animal enthusiasts of 11 full-time
and 14 part-time employees as well as almost 100 volunteers. The zoo is responsible for maintaining and expanding our
accredited facilities, managing and creating events that involve the local community, facilitating excellent educational
opportunities, and supporting conservation efforts locally and worldwide.
We are looking for a business-minded, passionate, energetic, and visionary leader to fulfill the role of Zoo Superintendent
who has experience working with zoos and can lead our efforts in expansion. We are looking for an individual capable of
generating innovative ideas, establishing a plan of action, and leading a team to accomplishing goals.
The Idaho Falls Zoo at Tautphaus Park is a community landmark that is well-loved by the citizens of Idaho Falls.
We are seeking a qualified individual who can lead our zoo to the next level of success. Become a part of our
exciting, growing zoo that is full of potential.
Our ideal candidate will have the ability to plan and organize improvements of city owned zoo related to
expansion, construction, collection management; ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing;
ability to develop effective working relationships with supervisors, federal, state and local agency personnel,
fellow workers, community interest groups and the public.

Responsibilities
Oversees, develops, and monitors zoo departmental budget and submits for final
approval to the Division Director.
Develops plans and goals for media outreach, community involvement, and public
awareness development.
Manages all Zoo activities in a manner consistent with accreditation standards of
the American Zoo and Aquarium Association; manages all zoo activities in a manner
consistent with all laws and regulations regarding captive wildlife.
Serves on various boards and committees related to projects and programs involving
the zoo as needed.