# Virginia Zoo jobs and careers

> 0 open roles at Virginia Zoo as of October 23, 2026. Source: https://www.thejobsmap.com/company/virginia-zoo

The Virginia Zoo, located in Norfolk, Virginia, is home to more than 700 exceptional animals representing over 100 fascinating species. Founded in 1901 and residing on 53 beautifully landscaped acres, the Virginia Zoo has demonstrated a commitment to saving and protecting the world’s wildlife by inspiring a passion for nature and taking conservation action at home and around the world. The Virginia Zoo is an accredited member of the Association of Zoos and Aquariums and is recognized as a global leader in education, recreation, science, wildlife conservation, and animal care and welfare. For more than a century, the Zoo has connected adults, families and school children with the natural world and its wildlife. To learn more, visit www.virginiazoo.org.

## Key facts

| | |
|---|---|
| Open roles | 0 |
| Headquarters | Norfolk, VA, United States |
| Employees | 125 |
| Industries | Education, Parks |
| Website | https://virginiazoo.org |

## Leadership

- Greg Bockheim, Executive Director, Virginia Zoo
- Dennis McNamara, Curator of herpetology
- Mary Ceccolini, Head Veterinarian
- Rommel Mendoza, Director Of Human Resources

## Common questions

### Is Virginia Zoo hiring right now?

Virginia Zoo has no open roles listed as of October 23, 2026. Roles appear here as soon as they are posted on Virginia Zoo's careers site.

### Where is Virginia Zoo headquartered?

Virginia Zoo is headquartered in Norfolk, VA, United States.

### Who leads Virginia Zoo?

Greg Bockheim, Executive Director, Virginia Zoo, is at the top of Virginia Zoo's org chart.

### How do I apply for a job at Virginia Zoo?

Pick a role on Virginia Zoo's TheJobsMap page and select Apply. Every listing links to the original posting on Virginia Zoo's own careers site, so you apply directly with the employer.