Zoo Staff

The Zoo Staff are a hard-working dedicated crew with many years of experience in Zoo management and Zoology on the Navajo Nation.

Brennon Kee, Senior Zookeeper     …had worked numerous jobs with the US Park Service before joining the Navajo Zoo staff in 2013; he now serves as the Zoo Curator and Supervisory Manager.

Shane Littlesinger, Zookeeper     …had gained valuable experience as a welder at various jobs and became a Zookeeper at the Navajo Zoo in 2017; he now serves as a Senior Zookeeper.

Terence Mull, Zookeeper     …has had much experience in the construction field  before coming to the Zoo in 2015; he serves as the Aviary Manager in charge of the Navajo Nation Golden Eagle Sanctuary.

Stephanie Shirley, Zookeeper     …had been trained and worked as a registered veterinary technician and wildlife rehabilitator before joining the Navajo Zoo staff in 2016; she now serves as a Senior Zookeeper.

Harlan Begay, Zookeeper     …had gained expertise as a Temporary Laborer over the last several years, and now has become a Zookeeper.

Newton Betoney, Zookeeper     …began as a volunteer at the Navajo Zoo as a teen; he was hired as a permanent zookeeper in February 2025.