• Job Description

  Req#: SEASO001293

  Pay Rate: $20.43 per hour

  **This is a seasonal position, lasting from October 1, 2025 to January 25, 2026**

  Application due by October 1, 2025

  Typical Shift Times:

  • 4:30pm - 9:30pm during GlowFari event
  • Must be available to work weekends

  Position Summary

  The Glowfari Cashier is a seasonal position with the possibility of transitioning into a regular part-time (daytime) position after the event concludes. Guest Services Cashiers serve as the first point of contact for our guests at the Zoo’s entrances and play a key role in creating a welcoming and supportive environment for everyone who visits the zoo. They can act as Greeters, Line Captains, Rovers within the Zoo, and Cashiers for both General Admission entry and Oakland Zoo Member entry. These essential members of our team help connect folks to amazing experiences at the Zoo.

  Essential Job Duties

  • Provide excellent service to all Zoo guests and fellow Zoo Staff, supporting a friendly and helpful environment.
  • Conduct cash, credit, and occasional check transactions with careful attention to details and accuracy
  • Provide efficient and responsive support to all guests.
  • Be aware of basic Glowfari and Zoo information to answer guests’ questions.
  • Maintain an organized workspace and adhere to proper cash-handling procedures.
  • Demonstrate knowledge of, and support, the Conservation Society of California’s mission, vision, value statements, standards, policies and procedures, operating instructions, confidentiality standards, and the code of behavior.
  • Perform other related duties as required and assigned.

  Who You Are

  • Ability to read, count and write accurately.
  • Able to communicate with customers, co-workers, and management.
  • Basic math skills.
  • Must be flexible with work schedule.
  • Basic computer skills needed.
  • Able to work in confined space.
  • Able to tolerate varying inclement outdoor weather conditions such as heat, cold, wind and rain.
  • Comfortable working with low levels of light.

  Bonus If You Have

  • Cash-handling experience.
  • Previous customer service experience.
  • Prior sales experience.

  Knowledge/Skills/Qualities - May be representative, but not all-inclusive, of those knowledge, skills and abilities commonly associated with this position.

  • Inclusive Culture - fosters a culture of mutual respect, transparency, collaboration and belonging which allows all employees to feel appreciated, included, and valued.
  • Passion – wholeheartedly believes in, represents, and always models Oakland Zoo’s mission and PRIDE values.
  • Wildlife Aware - understands mission to support the conservation and welfare of animals at The Zoo, locally and globally. This is demonstrated by a willingness/passion to reflect this mission in all actions and to continue to learn how to take action for wildlife.
  • Sustainability – oriented toward the mission and values of the Oakland Zoo and able to put those into practice by finding creative and resourceful ways to develop sustainable practices within your role and department.

  Physical Considerations

  Activities that are commonly associated with the performance of the functions of this job. The physical demands described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

  • Sitting
  • Communicating
  • Grasping
  • Reaching with Hands/Arms
  • Repetitive wrist, hand, and or finger movement
  • Clarity of vision at 36 inches or less
  • Ability to sit, stand, kneel, walk, bend, stoop and speak regularly for long periods of time.

  Who We Are

  Oakland Zoo (managed by The Conservation Society of California) is an award-winning facility stretching 100 acres and overlooking the city of Oakland atop the hills of beautiful Knowland Park. Our mission is to deepen connections with animals, save wildlife, and inspire champions for the natural world. As an accredited member of the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA), the Zoo is part of the largest conservation organization in the nation. Our employees take PRIDE in our values of being Positive, Respectful, Inquisitive, Driven and Effective members of a team who places the care of our animals, stewardship of the natural environment, and the experience of our guests at the forefront of all that we do.

  Oakland Zoo’s Commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Access

  We believe that all people should have safe access to the Zoo and culturally relevant and responsive experiences with our staff, programs, and curriculum. Oakland Zoo is also striving to create an equitable and inclusive internal culture where all staff members feel represented and valued for their identities and lived experiences. We examine how power, bias, race, and other aspects of identity impact our organization. We work to build a culture of continuous learning and improvement toward a vision of equity and belonging for all staff. We are looking for team members who can actively join us in this process. We are committed to reflecting the diverse community in which we exist and strongly encourage people of color, LGBTQ+ identifying folks, and women to apply.

  The Conservation Society of California is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, QAOV status, or other characteristics protected by law. The Conservation Society of California also promotes respect for all people and will not tolerate harassment based on any of these characteristics.

  Oakland Zoo participates in E-Verify to verify work authorization.

  Equal Opportunity Employer
  This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

• About the company

  The Oakland Zoo is a zoo located in the Grass Valley neighborhood of Oakland, California, United States.

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