Animal Care's Administrative Operations Manager

Overview Title: Animal Care Administrative Operations Manager SALARY & FLSA: $83,720.00 - $125,569.60 annual salary range for this FLSA exempt role. The $83,720 annual starting pay is structured to be competitive and may extend up to the $104,644.80 midpoint of the annual range. OPENING DATE: 06/10/2026 CLOSING DATE: 06/24/2026 at 3:30 pm JOB TYPE: Regular, Full-time UNION: Non-Represented OPENINGS: 1 LOCATION: Onsite 5 days a week DEPARTMENT: Animal Management Summary Leads administrative and operational functions for Animal Care, including processes, budgeting, staff supervision, and grant/project management, ensuring efficient, aligned, and high-performing operations. Who You Are As our new Animal Care Administrative Operations Manager, we know you will be successful in this role because you are: A strategic and analytical problem solver who can assess complex systems and implement practical, efficient solutions. A collaborative leader who builds trust, mentors staff, and effectively partners across diverse teams and stakeholders. Highly organized and detail-oriented, with the ability to manage multiple priorities, budgets, and timelines simultaneously. A strong communicator who can translate vision into actionable plans and clearly share information with varied audiences. Energized by improving processes, supporting conservation work, and contributing to meaningful, mission-driven outcomes. Your Primary Responsibilities Lead and supervise administrative staff, including hiring, onboarding, coaching, and performance management. Oversee and improve departmental operations, including workflows, scheduling, procurement, and data management systems. Develop, monitor, and report on departmental budgets; track expenditures and partner with Finance. Manage grants and contracts, including proposal support, implementation, reporting, and compliance. Coordinate cross-functional communication, reporting, and partnerships with internal teams and external stakeholders. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree (B.S. or B.A.) from an accredited college or university or equivalent experience. At least 4 years of operations management or complex project management experience with 2 years in a supervisory role managing staff and supporting inclusive, equitable workplaces. Successful applicants must live and work in Washington State to perform this role. Applicants must be at least 18 years old. Preferred Qualifications Project Management certification, Lean Six Sigma Green Belt, or equivalent Proficient speaking languages other than English. Benefits The Woodland Park Zoo offers a comprehensive benefits package for full-time staff including: Medical, dental, and vision HMO and PPO plans for you and eligible dependents 11 paid holidays and 2 personal holidays Accrue 12 vacation days and 12 days of sick leave in your first year Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Tuition reimbursement Free zoo membership that includes zoo admission and discounts after 90 days 4 complimentary tickets per year plus other discounts and perks Free staff parking 403(b) Retirement Plan Selection Process Screening: We will review applications and may select some candidates for screening calls. Final candidates participate in virtual or in-person interviews in the weeks of July 6 and 13. Offer Job offers are contingent on the verification of credentials and other information required by the employment process, including the completion of a background check. Application Please include a resume with your application through our Zoo Careers site at zoo.org/jobs. List or upload copies of all relevant training and certifications. The zoo may review existing application pools to fill this position or use this pool to fill future vacancies. This opportunity is open to all candidates that meet the qualifications. Woodland Park Zoo values diverse perspectives and life experiences. Applicants will be considered regardless of race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, sex, marital status, disability, religious or political affiliation, age, sexual orientation, or gender identity. The zoo encourages people of all backgrounds to apply, including people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, 2SLGBTQ, people with disabilities, veterans, and those with diverse life experiences. Woodland Park Zoo is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in all its services. If you need accommodation in the application or interview process, please contact our recruiting team at View email address on click.appcast.io. #J-18808-Ljbffr