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Zoo Summer Worker - Seasonal
- 300 Austin Ave, Waco, Texas
- CITY OF WACO, TEXAS
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- Full Time
- Animal Control or Services
- Parks and Recreation
Environmental Compliance Manager
- 300 Austin Ave, Waco, Texas
- CITY OF WACO, TEXAS
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- Full Time
- Environmental Services
- Regulatory and Licensing
Landfill Operator
- 300 Austin Ave, Waco, Texas
- CITY OF WACO, TEXAS
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- Full Time
- Sanitation and Solid Waste
- Other
Laboratory Field Technician
- 300 Austin Ave, Waco, Texas
- CITY OF WACO, TEXAS
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- Full Time
- Engineering
- Sciences and Laboratory
Library Assistant-PT
- 300 Austin Ave, Waco, Texas
- CITY OF WACO, TEXAS
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- Full Time
- Accounting and Finance
- Library Services
Library Associate
- 300 Austin Ave, Waco, Texas
- CITY OF WACO, TEXAS
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- Full Time
- Library Services
Performance & Accountability Manager
- 300 Austin Ave, Waco, Texas
- CITY OF WACO, TEXAS
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- Full Time
- Administration and Management
Facilities Maintenance Technician II
- 300 Austin Ave, Waco, Texas
- CITY OF WACO, TEXAS
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- Full Time
- Facilities Management
Plans Examiner I, II or III
- 300 Austin Ave, Waco, Texas
- CITY OF WACO, TEXAS
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- Full Time
- Code Enforcement and Inspections
Environmental Lab Analyst
- 300 Austin Ave, Waco, Texas
- CITY OF WACO, TEXAS
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- Full Time
- Administrative Analysis and Research
- Environmental Services
Equipment Mechanic
- 300 Austin Ave, Waco, Texas
- CITY OF WACO, TEXAS
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- Full Time
- Construction and Skilled Trades
Cashier/ Food Service Assistant-PT
- 300 Austin Ave, Waco, Texas
- CITY OF WACO, TEXAS
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- Full Time
- Accounting and Finance
- Nutrition and Food Services
Latent Print / Crime Scene Technician
- 300 Austin Ave, Waco, Texas
- CITY OF WACO, TEXAS
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- Full Time
- Criminology and Forensics
Public Works Laborer
- 300 Austin Ave, Waco, Texas
- CITY OF WACO, TEXAS
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- Full Time
- Construction and Skilled Trades
- Public Works
Athletics Programmer
- 300 Austin Ave, Waco, Texas
- CITY OF WACO, TEXAS
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- Full Time
- Information Technology and Communication Services
Human Resources Business Partner
- 300 Austin Ave, Waco, Texas
- CITY OF WACO, TEXAS
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- Full Time
- Human Resources and Personnel
Assistant City Manager
- 300 Austin Ave, Waco, Texas
- CITY OF WACO, TEXAS
- Full Time
- Accounting and Finance
- Administration and Management
- Municipal or County Clerk
Assistant Director of Public Works
- 300 Austin Ave, Waco, Texas
- CITY OF WACO, TEXAS
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- Full Time
- Clerical and Administrative Support
- Public Works
Facilities Maintenance Supervisor
- 300 Austin Ave, Waco, Texas
- CITY OF WACO, TEXAS
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- Full Time
- Administrative Analysis and Research
- Building Maintenance
- Clerical and Administrative Support
Code Enforcement Manager
- 300 Austin Ave, Waco, Texas
- CITY OF WACO, TEXAS
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- Full Time
- Administration and Management
- Code Enforcement and Inspections
Solid Waste Operator-CDL | Commercial
- 300 Austin Ave, Waco, Texas
- CITY OF WACO, TEXAS
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- Full Time
- Sanitation and Solid Waste
- Other
Solid Waste Operator-CDL | Residential
- 300 Austin Ave, Waco, Texas
- CITY OF WACO, TEXAS
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- Full Time
- Sanitation and Solid Waste
- Other
Facilities Analyst
- 300 Austin Ave, Waco, Texas
- CITY OF WACO, TEXAS
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- Full Time
- Administrative Analysis and Research
Heavy Equipment Operator - CDL
- 300 Austin Ave, Waco, Texas
- CITY OF WACO, TEXAS
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- Full Time
- Construction and Skilled Trades
- Public Works
Customer Engagement Supervisor
- 300 Austin Ave, Waco, Texas
- CITY OF WACO, TEXAS
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- Full Time
- Administrative Analysis and Research
- Clerical and Administrative Support
Cashier/Food Service Assistant - Part Time
- 300 Austin Ave, Waco, Texas
- CITY OF WACO, TEXAS
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- Full Time
- Accounting and Finance
- Nutrition and Food Services
Public Works Utilities Maintenance Worker-CDL
- 300 Austin Ave, Waco, Texas
- CITY OF WACO, TEXAS
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- Full Time
- Building Maintenance
- Public Works
- Utilities
Senior Public Works Maintenance Worker-CDL
- 300 Austin Ave, Waco, Texas
- CITY OF WACO, TEXAS
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- Full Time
- Building Maintenance
- Public Works
Facilities Building Attendant - PT
- 300 Austin Ave, Waco, Texas
- CITY OF WACO, TEXAS
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- Full Time
- Building Maintenance
- Building and Safety
- Construction and Skilled Trades
Zoo Laborer-PT
- 300 Austin Ave, Waco, Texas
- CITY OF WACO, TEXAS
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- Full Time
- Animal Control or Services
- Construction and Skilled Trades
- Parks and Recreation
Recreation Aide - Seasonal | Athletics
- 300 Austin Ave, Waco, Texas
- CITY OF WACO, TEXAS
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- Full Time
- Parks and Recreation
Recreation Aide - Seasonal | Dewey Community Center
- 300 Austin Ave, Waco, Texas
- CITY OF WACO, TEXAS
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- Full Time
- Parks and Recreation
Recreation Aide - Seasonal | Doris Miller Community Center
- 300 Austin Ave, Waco, Texas
- CITY OF WACO, TEXAS
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- Full Time
- Parks and Recreation
Recreation Aide - Seasonal | South Waco Community Center
- 300 Austin Ave, Waco, Texas
- CITY OF WACO, TEXAS
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- Full Time
- Parks and Recreation
Water Plant Apprentice/Water Plant Operator I/Water Plant Operator II
- 300 Austin Ave, Waco, Texas
- CITY OF WACO, TEXAS
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- Full Time
- Clerical and Administrative Support
- Water and Wastewater Treatment
- Other
Registered Dietitian Supervisor
- 300 Austin Ave, Waco, Texas
- CITY OF WACO, TEXAS
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- Full Time
- Administrative Analysis and Research
- Clerical and Administrative Support
- Public Health
WIC Breastfeeding Coordinator
- 300 Austin Ave, Waco, Texas
- CITY OF WACO, TEXAS
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- Full Time
- Public Health
Solid Waste Operator CDL | Landfill
- 300 Austin Ave, Waco, Texas
- CITY OF WACO, TEXAS
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- Full Time
- Sanitation and Solid Waste
- Other
Health Inspection Supervisor
- 300 Austin Ave, Waco, Texas
- CITY OF WACO, TEXAS
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- Full Time
- Administrative Analysis and Research
- Clerical and Administrative Support
- Public Health
Public Works Utilities Maintenance Worker-CDL / Public Works Utilities Senior Maintenance Worker-CDL
- 300 Austin Ave, Waco, Texas
- CITY OF WACO, TEXAS
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- Full Time
- Building Maintenance
- Public Works
- Utilities
Senior Public Works Maintenance Worker
- 300 Austin Ave, Waco, Texas
- CITY OF WACO, TEXAS
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- Full Time
- Building Maintenance
- Public Works
Police Records Supervisor
- 300 Austin Ave, Waco, Texas
- CITY OF WACO, TEXAS
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- Full Time
- Public Safety
- Records Management
Sanitarian
- 300 Austin Ave, Waco, Texas
- CITY OF WACO, TEXAS
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- Full Time
- Sciences and Laboratory
Facilities Maintenance Technician
- 300 Austin Ave, Waco, Texas
- CITY OF WACO, TEXAS
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- Full Time
- Facilities Management
Public Works Utilities Operator-CDL / Senior Public Works Utilities Operator-CDL
- 300 Austin Ave, Waco, Texas
- CITY OF WACO, TEXAS
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- Full Time
- Public Works
- Utilities
- Other
Senior Heavy Equipment Operator - CDL
- 300 Austin Ave, Waco, Texas
- CITY OF WACO, TEXAS
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- Full Time
- Construction and Skilled Trades
- Public Works
Inspections Manager
- 300 Austin Ave, Waco, Texas
- CITY OF WACO, TEXAS
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- Full Time
- Administration and Management
Project Administrator
- 300 Austin Ave, Waco, Texas
- CITY OF WACO, TEXAS
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- Full Time
- Administration and Management
Development Engineering Manager
- 300 Austin Ave, Waco, Texas
- CITY OF WACO, TEXAS
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- Full Time
- Administration and Management
- Engineering
Traffic Signal Technician - CDL
- 300 Austin Ave, Waco, Texas
- CITY OF WACO, TEXAS
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- Full Time
- Public Works
- Transportation or Transit
Senior Engineer
- 300 Austin Ave, Waco, Texas
- CITY OF WACO, TEXAS
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- Full Time
- Engineering

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Zoo Summer Worker - Seasonal
- 300 Austin Ave, Waco, Texas 76701 United States
- CITY OF WACO, TEXAS
- May 16, 2026
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CITY OF WACO, TEXAS

Waco is centrally located in the heart of Texas on the I-35 corridor midway between Dallas-Fort Worth and Austin. This progressive and diverse city with a vibrant community spirit offers major attractions, museums, recreation, and abundant shopping to more than 140,000 residents. Waco is the 25th largest city in Texas and the county seat of McLennan County. Waco is not only briming with Texas history, economic opportunity, and a rich variety of cultural experiences, it is also a major seat of high learning within three major colleges in its city limits including Baylor University, Texas State Technical College and McLennan Community College. The city is also the birthplace of Dr. Pepper, the Texas Ranger Hall of Fame Museum and the Texas Sports Hall of Fame. Waco boasts one of the biggest and best municipal parks in Texas, Cameron Park. While the park is located in the middle of downtown situated on the Brazos and Bosque River it hosts numerous races, triathlons, boat races and much, much more. Governance and Organization Waco is a home rule city with a council-manager form of government. The City Council is comprised of a Mayor, elected at-large, and five City Council members representing single-member districts, all serving two-year terms. The City Council sets the tax rate, approves the budget, appoints members to City boards and commissions, enacts City ordinances, and appoints the City Manager, City Attorney, City Secretary, and the Municipal Court Judge. The City has a strong Financial Management Policy that guides the operation and delivery of quality City services, contributes to excellent AA+ and Aa1 bond ratings, and maintains an unassigned fund balance reserve in the General Fund equal to 28% of current year budgeted expenditures. The City of Waco has more than 1,600 employees and a total operating budget of over $400 million. The City provides a full range of municipal services including a regional airport, animal services, building inspections, code enforcement, convention and visitors bureau, emergency management, housing and community development, economic development, fire, public health, library, municipal court, parks and recreation, planning, police, public works, Texas Ranger Hall of Fame Museum, utilities and zoo operations. The City Council and City Manager are committed to the mission of providing exemplary municipal services for citizens and visitors in a collaborative and transparent manner while honoring the public’s trust. Waco values include providing excellent and innovative services, promoting equality and inclusion, focusing on teamwork, investing in people and always doing the right thing. With the City of Waco, you will find our home; where everyone belongs and thrives as move forward together.
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- May 16, 2026
Job Description
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Minimum Starting Salary: $15.0000 per hour

The City of Waco Seeks:

The City of Waco is seeking a reliable Summer Worker - Seasonal to join our team. This role will supervise one age group of Zoo Camp this Summer. If you are looking for a summer job, this is the perfect opportunity. Apply today!

Minimum Qualifications:

Required:
H.S. Diploma or GED equivalent. If currently a high school senior, a diploma must be obtained and submitted to human resources within 30 days of the start of employment.
Valid Texas Driver’s License upon hire.

Position Description:

Under close supervision, teaches one age group of Zoo Camp along with various other educational classes at the Zoo.

Essential Functions:

Instructs and supervises one age group of students (K-1st, 2nd-3rd, or 4th-6th) during Zoo Camp. Follows camp curriculum, sets up activities and crafts, presents education animals, and facilitates games. Duties may vary according to age group and curriculum.
Supervises teen volunteers assigned to their group of campers.
Organizes recreation activities, supervises program participants, and enforces rules, regulations, and safety precautions on Zoo grounds; maintains discipline, monitors behavior, and resolves issues.
Reports and resolves complaints, requests, safety conditions, security issues, and illegal activities.
Operates a City utility vehicle to support Zoo Camp operations and program logistics and transport educational materials, program supplies, crafts, and equipment to designated locations throughout Zoo grounds to facilitate daily camp activities.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Complies with all policies and standards.
Supports the relationship between the City of Waco and the general public by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with residents, visitors, and City staff, maintains confidentiality of work-related issues and City information
Lives the City of Waco Values: equity & inclusion, excellence & innovation, integrity, people, and teamwork.

This position is not eligible for benefits.
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CITY OF WACO, TEXAS

Waco is centrally located in the heart of Texas on the I-35 corridor midway between Dallas-Fort Worth and Austin. This progressive and diverse city with a vibrant community spirit offers major attractions, museums, recreation, and abundant shopping to more than 140,000 residents. Waco is the 25th largest city in Texas and the county seat of McLennan County.

Waco is not only briming with Texas history, economic opportunity, and a rich variety of cultural experiences, it is also a major seat of high learning within three major colleges in its city limits including Baylor University, Texas State Technical College and McLennan Community College.

The city is also the birthplace of Dr. Pepper, the Texas Ranger Hall of Fame Museum and the Texas Sports Hall of Fame. Waco boasts one of the biggest and best municipal parks in Texas, Cameron Park. While the park is located in the middle of downtown situated on the Brazos and Bosque River it hosts numerous races, triathlons, boat races and much, much more.

Governance and Organization

Waco is a home rule city with a council-manager form of government. The City Council is comprised of a Mayor, elected at-large, and five City Council members representing single-member districts, all serving two-year terms. The City Council sets the tax rate, approves the budget, appoints members to City boards and commissions, enacts City ordinances, and appoints the City Manager, City Attorney, City Secretary, and the Municipal Court Judge.

The City has a strong Financial Management Policy that guides the operation and delivery of quality City services, contributes to excellent AA+ and Aa1 bond ratings, and maintains an unassigned fund balance reserve in the General Fund equal to 28% of current year budgeted expenditures. The City of Waco has more than 1,600 employees and a total operating budget of over $400 million.

The City provides a full range of municipal services including a regional airport, animal services, building inspections, code enforcement, convention and visitors bureau, emergency management, housing and community development, economic development, fire, public health, library, municipal court, parks and recreation, planning, police, public works, Texas Ranger Hall of Fame Museum, utilities and zoo operations.

The City Council and City Manager are committed to the mission of providing exemplary municipal services for citizens and visitors in a collaborative and transparent manner while honoring the public’s trust. Waco values include providing excellent and innovative services, promoting equality and inclusion, focusing on teamwork, investing in people and always doing the right thing.

With the City of Waco, you will find our home; where everyone belongs and thrives as move forward together.
CITY OF WACO, TEXAS
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51 Jobs in Waco

Zoo Summer Worker - Seasonal

Environmental Compliance Manager

Landfill Operator

Laboratory Field Technician

Library Assistant-PT

Library Associate

Performance & Accountability Manager

Facilities Maintenance Technician II

Plans Examiner I, II or III

Environmental Lab Analyst

Equipment Mechanic

Cashier/ Food Service Assistant-PT

Latent Print / Crime Scene Technician

Public Works Laborer

Athletics Programmer

Human Resources Business Partner

Assistant City Manager

Assistant Director of Public Works

Facilities Maintenance Supervisor

Code Enforcement Manager

Solid Waste Operator-CDL | Commercial

Solid Waste Operator-CDL | Residential

Facilities Analyst

Heavy Equipment Operator - CDL

Customer Engagement Supervisor

Cashier/Food Service Assistant - Part Time

Public Works Utilities Maintenance Worker-CDL

Senior Public Works Maintenance Worker-CDL

Facilities Building Attendant - PT

Zoo Laborer-PT

Recreation Aide - Seasonal | Athletics

Recreation Aide - Seasonal | Dewey Community Center

Recreation Aide - Seasonal | Doris Miller Community Center

Recreation Aide - Seasonal | South Waco Community Center

Water Plant Apprentice/Water Plant Operator I/Water Plant Operator II

Registered Dietitian Supervisor

WIC Breastfeeding Coordinator

Solid Waste Operator CDL | Landfill

Health Inspection Supervisor

Public Works Utilities Maintenance Worker-CDL / Public Works Utilities Senior Maintenance Worker-CDL

Senior Public Works Maintenance Worker

Police Records Supervisor

Sanitarian

Facilities Maintenance Technician

Public Works Utilities Operator-CDL / Senior Public Works Utilities Operator-CDL

Senior Heavy Equipment Operator - CDL

Inspections Manager

Project Administrator

Development Engineering Manager

Traffic Signal Technician - CDL

Senior Engineer

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