Believe it or not, I'm just getting to read this.  Sounds interesting
but the salary sure makes the Shedd look good!

        -----Original Message-----
        From:   Zoowillia [SMTP:[log in to unmask]]
        Sent:   Wednesday, December 17, 1997 2:46 PM
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        Subject:        Job Announcement

        The Philadelphia Zoo is seeking a Director of Interpretation to
create, develop
        and coordinate the implementation of public education program
strategies.
        Specific responsibilities include developing educational
concepts and themes
        for new and existing exhibits, researching and writing exhibit
test and
        incorporating state-of -the-art technology into programs and
exhibits.  The
        Director also serves as education consultant to management on
the development
        of public interpretation for Children's Zoo, Treehouse and
through exhibit
        interpretation, special events and publications.

        The qualified candidate will have a degree in education or
museum education
        with a concentration in life science, environmental studies or
conservation,
        with a broad experience in and knowledge of education theory and
interpretation
        and 5 years management-level experience developing and
conducting life science
        or conservation interpretation.  A post graduate degree and
experience in a
        zoo, nature center or museum is preferred.

        Salary to mid-$30,000 plus benefits.

        To apply, send cover letter and resume to Human Resources, The
Philadelphia
        Zoo, 3400 West Girard Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19104.

        Questions should be referred to Connie Poole, Director of Human
Resources at
        215-243-5326.