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When you work for Zoombezi Bay, not only are you working at the most fun waterpark in Central Ohio, you are joining an organization that supports conservation and education that ultimately impacts areas around the globe. What an amazing bonus!
Whether this is your first job ever, or if you’re looking for a retirement opportunity, we have jobs for every stage of your career.
Lifeguard
Starting at $20/hour, no previous experience required. Your Lifeguard Certification is provided at no cost!
Summer Jobs
Spend your summer with us! Make memories and friends while you work at a world-class waterpark and get to be outside all day.
Year-Round Positions
Make an impact and grow your personal and professional skills as a member of our full-time team at Zoombezi Bay and ZOMBIEzi Bay.
RISE Scholarship
Zoombezi Bay is proud to offer paid internships through the RISE Scholarship. The program provides underrepresented groups exposure to potential careers in guest services and mission-driven careers. We hope to inspire these students to join the zoological profession and better reflect the communities we serve.
Celebrating diversity in all living things.
At our family of properties, we understand the importance of diversity, human, animal, or otherwise. And it's an understanding that compels us to create a diverse, welcoming, and inclusive environment for our guests and team members. We encourage our team to be creative, bold, and innovative in their thinking, to serve as a source of community pride, and to celebrate our institution's position as one of the leading zoos in the country.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, our family of properties does not discriminate in hiring or terms and conditions because of an individual's race, creed, color, gender, age, sexual orientation, disability or national origin. Our family of properties only hires individuals authorized for employment in the United States.
Did we mention the awesome perks of being a Zoombezi Bay team member?
- Free admission to Zoombezi Bay and the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium
- Discounts on golf and carts at Safari Golf Club
- Discounts on food and merchandise at Zoombezi Bay, the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium, The Wilds, and Safari Golf Club
- Team member appreciation events throughout the year
- From Memorial Day to Labor Day, take COTA's Zoo Bus to work
- Discounts from local restaurants and businesses