Organization Structure
Riverview Park and Zoo has proudly operated as a department of Peterborough Utilities Commission (PUC) since 1933.
Riverview Park and Zoo Staff
A small dedicated team of 11 full time professionals operate the park and zoo 365 days a year with support from part-time student zoo keepers and public educators.
Job opportunities at Riverview Park and Zoo are posted as they become available, so check back frequently.
Summer Students
Each season we hire 20 returning post-secondary summer students for animal care, grounds maintenance, train operation, horticulture and public education from April to September. Applications are accepted in January and February. Please apply by following the careers link above, and uploading your resume to the job opportunities listed on the Peterborough Utilities website.
Advisory Committee
The Riverview Park and Zoo Advisory Committee makes recommendations to the PUC on matters concerning the Park and Zoo. Made up of one member of the PUC, four City of Peterborough electors, one honorary lifetime member, the PUC President and the Park and Zoo Curator.
Volunteers
An essential part of our team, volunteers helps to run our Zoo Crew parent tot programs, sit on our committees and advisories, act as education ambassadors who run touch-tables and the seasonal exhibit, and help to host special and signature events that bring the community together. We have over 50 dedicated volunteers who ensure we run a world class facility.