Administrative Assistant

Administrative Assistant

The Fort Worth Zoo is currently accepting applications for an administrative assistant. This position will provide administrative support for the revenue operations department.

Responsibilities include:

• File, type, answer phone and radio communication


• Prepare statistical information and reports for department


• Daily shipping and receiving


• Keep accurate and up-to-date records of department staff


• Issue and inventory staff uniforms


• Biweekly distribution of paychecks


• Answer guest inquiries (park information, directions, etc.)


• Monitor employee call-in line and forwarding messages to appropriate personnel


• Receive, sort, and distribute mail

Candidate must be able to work Saturday through Friday from 8:30a.m. to 6:30p.m. This position requires the ability to run business related errands as needed.

Qualifications requirements:

• Must be at least 18 years of age


• One to three years secretarial experience with demonstrated communication skills


• Operate basic office equipment, including a computer and multi-line phones


• Stand, walk, sit, and regularly lift and/or move up to 20 pounds regularly


• Valid driver license with acceptable motor vehicle record to maintain Zoo standards of insurability

This is a full-time, benefited position. Final candidate must successfully pass a background check and drug screen.

Applicants are required to complete an online application at the Fort Worth Zoo website in order to be considered for employment. Click "Apply Now" to be automatically directed to the full online application!

Interested applicants may submit application/résumé directly to:

Human Resources                                                                                        Fort Worth Zoo

1989 Colonial Parkway

Fort Worth, Texas 76110

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