At the San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance (SDZWA), Belonging is the cornerstone of our culture.
We are dedicated to creating and sustaining an environment where every team member and guest feels valued, included, connected, and supported. Our commitment is reflected through three key areas — team member engagement, leadership development, and guest and community connections — all designed to strengthen relationships, foster inclusion, and cultivate a shared sense of purpose across our organization.

Vision Statement:

We strive to be an employer of choice through celebrating our team members and the exceptional partnerships that make our community thrive. Together, we roar with pride!

Mission Statement:

To create a culture of belonging where every individual feels valued, included, connected, and supported. Through intentional leadership and accountability, we empower engagement, innovation, and trust, strengthening both our team members and our organization.

Our Desired Outcomes:

• Engaged Team Members
• A Culture of Belonging
• Empowered Leadership
• Employer of Choice
• Innovation Through Inclusion
• Strong Community Connections
• Organizational Excellence

Team Member Resource Communities

Our Team Member Resource Communities (TMRCs) create spaces where team members from across SDZWA can connect, share interests, and build meaningful relationships. Together, we foster a stronger sense of community that helps each of us, and SDZWA, thrive!

Request for Accommodation for Applicants

If you are an individual with a disability and need an accommodation during the application or hiring process, please contact Human Resources. San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance will provide reasonable accommodations, upon request, to support individuals with disabilities to be able to participate in the hiring process.

California Fair Pay Act

PAY TRANSPARENCY NONDISCRIMINATION PROVISION: The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.