Akron Zoo Job Fair for Summer Employment is February 19

By David Barnhardt

Akron, OH - The Akron Zoo will be hosting a job fair to showcase its opportunities for summer employment, February 19 from 1 – 7 p.m. & February 20 from 8 a.m. – 2 p.m., 2010.

The zoo will be looking to fill jobs in the areas of guest services, horticulture and custodial. In the area of guest services the zoo will be looking for people to work admissions, gift shop and food service. The zoo’s summer season runs April 1 – September 30. Applicants can fill out an application and some on-the-spot interviews will take place. Anyone interested must be 18 years or older and the Akron Zoo is a drug-free work place.

The Akron Zoo, which is home to over 700 animals from around the world, is open 361 days a year. Hours are 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. and admission is $6.00 per person. Children under two are free and parking is $2.00.

The Akron Zoo is accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA). Look for the logo whenever you visit a zoo or aquarium as your assurance that you are supporting a facility dedicated to providing excellent care for animals, a great experience for you, and a better future for all living things. With its more than 200 accredited members, AZA is a leader in global wildlife conservation, and your link to helping animals in their native habitats.

To view Akron Zoo's web page on Zoo and Aquarium Visitor, go to:  http://www.zandavisitor.com/forumtopicdetail-165-Akron_Zoo_in_Ohio