San Antonio Zoo Jobs Hiring Now
San Antonio Zoo is hiring for 7 open roles on Migrate Mate as of July 16, 2026, concentrated in IT support. Migrate Mate updates San Antonio Zoo's live openings daily. San Antonio Zoo is a nonprofit zoological park in Texas offering animal care, conservation programs, education, and recreational experiences to the public.
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San Antonio Zoo hiring data on Migrate Mate, as of July 16, 2026.
- Open jobs
- 7
- Top team
- IT Support
- Seniority
- Across all levels
- Work type
- 14% remote or hybrid
- Top location
- San Antonio
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Learning & Development Manager
Collaborate with a passionate Zoo Crew in San Antonio
Choosing where to grow your career has a major impact on your professional and personal life, so it's equally important you know that the place you choose to work at will support and guide you. With a diversity of passionate people, San Antonio Zoo is a place where you can collaborate with others while securing a future for wildlife.
The Impact You'll Make in this Role
As the Learning & Development Manager, you will lead the Zoo's learning strategy by designing, delivering, and evaluating training programs that develop employee capabilities, strengthen leadership, ensure regulatory compliance, and support exceptional guest experiences. You will partner with leaders across the organization to identify development needs, build career pathways, and create learning solutions that align with the Zoo's mission and strategic goals.
As a Learning & Development Manager, you will have the opportunity to tap into your curiosity and collaborate with some of the most innovative and diverse people in San Antonio. Here, you will make an impact by:
- Develop and execute the Zoo's learning and development strategy aligned with organizational goals.
- Plan, facilitate, and evaluate instructor-led and virtual learning experiences, serving as the organization's lead facilitator while coaching department leaders and subject matter experts to effectively deliver training that promotes knowledge transfer, employee engagement, and performance improvement.
- Conduct training needs assessments and collaborate with leaders to identify skills gaps and development opportunities.
- Design and deliver engaging instructor-led, virtual, e-learning, and blended training programs using adult learning principles.
- Develop learning materials, facilitator guides, assessments, and supporting resources while maintaining quality and consistency.
Leadership Development & Employee Growth
- Design and facilitate leadership development programs for supervisors, managers, and emerging leaders.
- Create development pathways that support employee growth, succession planning, and internal career mobility.
- Provide coaching and development resources that strengthen leadership effectiveness and team performance.
Onboarding & Compliance Training
- Oversee the organization's onboarding program to provide a consistent and engaging new hire experience.
- Coordinate department-specific onboarding in partnership with hiring managers and subject matter experts.
- Administer required compliance training and maintain accurate, audit-ready training records.
- Monitor training completion and provide compliance reporting to organizational leadership.
Learning Systems & Program Evaluation
- Serve as administrator for the Learning Management System (LMS), including course management, reporting, user support, and system maintenance.
- Develop dashboards and reports that measure participation, completion, learning effectiveness, and organizational impact.
- Evaluate training programs using established performance metrics and continuously improve learning initiatives based on data and feedback.
Partnership & Administration
- Collaborate with Human Resources and department leaders to align learning initiatives with workforce planning and organizational priorities.
- Manage external training vendors, facilitators, and learning resources.
- Support special projects and other Human Resources initiatives as assigned.
Your Skills and Expertise
To set you up for success in this role from day one, the San Antonio Zoo recommends the following skills and qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Organizational Development, Education, Business, Instructional Design, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Five years of progressively responsible experience in Learning & Development, Training, Organizational Development, or a related field.
- Experience designing and delivering training programs for a diverse workforce.
- Strong knowledge of instructional design methodologies and adult learning principles.
- Experience administering Learning Management Systems (LMS) and learning technologies.
- Excellent facilitation, presentation, and communication skills.
- Strong project management, organization, and relationship-building skills.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Windows, Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
Preferred Qualifications
- Professional certification such as CPTD, SHRM-CP/SHRM-SCP, PHR/SPHR, or other related credentialing.
- Experience with HRIS systems, preferably UKG.
- Experience designing leadership development programs and competency frameworks.
- Experience in a nonprofit or mission-driven organization.
- Bilingual (English/Spanish) training experience is preferred.
The San Antonio Zoo is an equal opportunity employer. San Antonio Zoo will not discriminate against any applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status.
Learning & Development Manager
Collaborate with a passionate Zoo Crew in San Antonio
Choosing where to grow your career has a major impact on your professional and personal life, so it's equally important you know that the place you choose to work at will support and guide you. With a diversity of passionate people, San Antonio Zoo is a place where you can collaborate with others while securing a future for wildlife.
The Impact You'll Make in this Role
As the Learning & Development Manager, you will lead the Zoo's learning strategy by designing, delivering, and evaluating training programs that develop employee capabilities, strengthen leadership, ensure regulatory compliance, and support exceptional guest experiences. You will partner with leaders across the organization to identify development needs, build career pathways, and create learning solutions that align with the Zoo's mission and strategic goals.
As a Learning & Development Manager, you will have the opportunity to tap into your curiosity and collaborate with some of the most innovative and diverse people in San Antonio. Here, you will make an impact by:
- Develop and execute the Zoo's learning and development strategy aligned with organizational goals.
- Plan, facilitate, and evaluate instructor-led and virtual learning experiences, serving as the organization's lead facilitator while coaching department leaders and subject matter experts to effectively deliver training that promotes knowledge transfer, employee engagement, and performance improvement.
- Conduct training needs assessments and collaborate with leaders to identify skills gaps and development opportunities.
- Design and deliver engaging instructor-led, virtual, e-learning, and blended training programs using adult learning principles.
- Develop learning materials, facilitator guides, assessments, and supporting resources while maintaining quality and consistency.
Leadership Development & Employee Growth
- Design and facilitate leadership development programs for supervisors, managers, and emerging leaders.
- Create development pathways that support employee growth, succession planning, and internal career mobility.
- Provide coaching and development resources that strengthen leadership effectiveness and team performance.
Onboarding & Compliance Training
- Oversee the organization's onboarding program to provide a consistent and engaging new hire experience.
- Coordinate department-specific onboarding in partnership with hiring managers and subject matter experts.
- Administer required compliance training and maintain accurate, audit-ready training records.
- Monitor training completion and provide compliance reporting to organizational leadership.
Learning Systems & Program Evaluation
- Serve as administrator for the Learning Management System (LMS), including course management, reporting, user support, and system maintenance.
- Develop dashboards and reports that measure participation, completion, learning effectiveness, and organizational impact.
- Evaluate training programs using established performance metrics and continuously improve learning initiatives based on data and feedback.
Partnership & Administration
- Collaborate with Human Resources and department leaders to align learning initiatives with workforce planning and organizational priorities.
- Manage external training vendors, facilitators, and learning resources.
- Support special projects and other Human Resources initiatives as assigned.
Your Skills and Expertise
To set you up for success in this role from day one, the San Antonio Zoo recommends the following skills and qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Organizational Development, Education, Business, Instructional Design, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Five years of progressively responsible experience in Learning & Development, Training, Organizational Development, or a related field.
- Experience designing and delivering training programs for a diverse workforce.
- Strong knowledge of instructional design methodologies and adult learning principles.
- Experience administering Learning Management Systems (LMS) and learning technologies.
- Excellent facilitation, presentation, and communication skills.
- Strong project management, organization, and relationship-building skills.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Windows, Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
Preferred Qualifications
- Professional certification such as CPTD, SHRM-CP/SHRM-SCP, PHR/SPHR, or other related credentialing.
- Experience with HRIS systems, preferably UKG.
- Experience designing leadership development programs and competency frameworks.
- Experience in a nonprofit or mission-driven organization.
- Bilingual (English/Spanish) training experience is preferred.
The San Antonio Zoo is an equal opportunity employer. San Antonio Zoo will not discriminate against any applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status.
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San Antonio Zoo's 7 open roles are across all levels, and about 14% are remote or hybrid. The most active teams are IT support. San Antonio Zoo is a nonprofit zoological park that operates animal exhibits, conservation initiatives, early childhood and school education programs, and public events across its Texas locations. Staff roles span animal care, education, security, marketing, and guest-facing operations. Most San Antonio Zoo roles are based in San Antonio and Seguin.
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Browse jobs by roleSan Antonio Zoo Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How many jobs is San Antonio Zoo hiring for right now?
San Antonio Zoo is hiring for 7 open roles on Migrate Mate as of July 16, 2026, updated daily, concentrated in IT support. Roles span education, animal operations, security, and marketing functions across its Texas locations.
What kinds of roles does San Antonio Zoo hire for?
The most active teams are IT support. San Antonio Zoo hires for roles in early childhood and zoo education, animal care and operations, security and facilities management, and marketing and communications. Most postings are across all levels, and openings include both full-time and part-time positions across its Texas sites.
Are San Antonio Zoo jobs remote or in-person?
Mostly on-site. About 14% of San Antonio Zoo's open roles on Migrate Mate are remote or hybrid as of July 16, 2026, with the rest based in San Antonio. Each San Antonio Zoo listing shows its work location so you can filter before applying.
How do I apply to a job at San Antonio Zoo?
Find a San Antonio Zoo role on Migrate Mate, then follow the listing through to San Antonio Zoo's own careers page to complete the application. San Antonio Zoo manages its own hiring process, so all applications, interviews, and hiring decisions are handled directly by their team.
Does San Antonio Zoo hire entry-level?
Most of San Antonio Zoo's open roles on Migrate Mate are across all levels as of July 16, 2026. Check individual San Antonio Zoo listings for stated experience requirements.
Where is San Antonio Zoo hiring?
Most San Antonio Zoo roles are based in San Antonio and Seguin, and about 14% offer remote or hybrid work as of July 16, 2026. Migrate Mate shows the location on each listing.