Zookeeper Interview Questions

62 zookeeper interview questions shared by candidates

What was the hardest job I ever had and how did I overcome it? What is operant conditioning and when would it be beneficial? Do you think other types of training would also be beneficial? How would you handle a situation when an animal was hurt while you were on duty? Have you ever had to work with someone that you wouldn't necessarily get along with outside of work? How would you handle a conflict with another staff member? If your supervisor asked you to stop working on a project that you were really proud of, how would you handle the situation? What makes you stand out above other applicants? What is your favorite type of animal to work with? What is the purpose of a zoo? What is animal husbandry? What would you do if a mammal was pacing? What type of experience qualifies you for this job?
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Zookeeper

Interviewed at Maryland Zoo in Baltimore

3.9
Feb 17, 2015

What was the hardest job I ever had and how did I overcome it? What is operant conditioning and when would it be beneficial? Do you think other types of training would also be beneficial? How would you handle a situation when an animal was hurt while you were on duty? Have you ever had to work with someone that you wouldn't necessarily get along with outside of work? How would you handle a conflict with another staff member? If your supervisor asked you to stop working on a project that you were really proud of, how would you handle the situation? What makes you stand out above other applicants? What is your favorite type of animal to work with? What is the purpose of a zoo? What is animal husbandry? What would you do if a mammal was pacing? What type of experience qualifies you for this job?

1. What are your thoughts about culling animals? 2. How can you contribute to the taxa? 3. Do you have any animal handling experience? 4. What you do think about working in a team with different age groups and personalities? 5. Can you carry 15kg items? 6. Are you alright with strenuous activities?
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Zookeeper

Interviewed at Mandai Wildlife Group

3.5
Apr 26, 2023

1. What are your thoughts about culling animals? 2. How can you contribute to the taxa? 3. Do you have any animal handling experience? 4. What you do think about working in a team with different age groups and personalities? 5. Can you carry 15kg items? 6. Are you alright with strenuous activities?

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