Top 15 Zoo veterinary Jobs in California

Zookeeper (Experience Required)
The Critter Squad —Tarzana, CA
- From $17.27 an hour
- Part-time
- Medication administration
- No background check
- Mid-level
- Paid sick time
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Animal Care Assistant
San Joaquin County, CA —Stockton, CA
- $22.48 - $27.32 an hour
- Overtime
- Current TB test
- Computer literacy
- Basic math
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
Lead Animal Keeper
San Bernardino County —Big Bear City, CA
- $50,544.00 - $73,236.80 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Background check
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
Animal Care Attendant
Yolo County, CA —Woodland, CA
- $37,814.40 - $45,968.00 a year
- Online Application
- No experience needed
- High school diploma or GED
- Entry level
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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Animal Keeper I
San Bernardino County —Big Bear City, CA
- $19.41 - $28.18 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Background check
- Maintenance
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
Zoo Registered Veterinary Technician (Part-Time)
City of Santa Ana —Santa Ana, CA
- $32.21 - $39.14 an hour
- Part-time
- Writing skills
- Mid-level
- Ability to climb stairs
Animal Keeper
Santa Barbara Zoo —Santa Barbara, CA
- $23.90 - $26.30 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Clean driving record
- Microsoft Outlook
- Management
- Free parking
- Health insurance
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Veterinary Technician Part Time
Santa Barbara Zoo —Santa Barbara, CA
- $24.30 - $26.20 an hour
- Part-time
- Clean driving record
- Microsoft Outlook
- Computer literacy
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Animal Care Keeper - Desert Wilds Float
LIVING DESERT DBA THE LIVING DESERT —Palm Desert, CA
- $19.80 an hour
- Online Application
- Bachelor of Science
- Public speaking
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Paid time off
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Registered Veterinary Technician - Big Bear Alpine Zoo
San Bernardino County —Big Bear City, CA
- $23.69 - $34.35 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Medication administration
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Driving
- Mileage reimbursement
Pathology Fellow - San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance
San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance —San Diego, CA
- $99,482 - $111,917 a year
- Overtime
- Current TB test
- Word processing
- Data analysis skills
- Free parking
- Wellness program
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Pathology Fellow - San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance
San Diego Zoo —San Diego, CA
- $99,482 - $111,917 a year
- Overtime
- Current TB test
- Word processing
- Data analysis skills
- Free parking
- Wellness program
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Kennel Technician and Dog Day Care Attendant
Olivet Kennel and Dog Training Resort —Santa Rosa, CA
Monitoring play in the kennel exercise yards and in the min daycare yard. Our busy time is summer and holidays. Must be 18 years of age or older.
$18.21 - $20.00 an hour
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Animal Health and Guest Experience Representative (Veterinary Assistant)
PAWS of Coronado —Coronado, CA
Greet guests, answer phones and emails, and route inquiries to the appropriate department. Valid driver’s license and ability to drive company vehicles.
$25 - $28 an hour
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Zookeeper (Experience Required)

The Critter Squad
Tarzana, CA

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Job Details

Part-time
From $17.27 an hour

Benefits

Paid sick time

Qualifications

Pet care
Behavioral observation
Zoo experience
Medication administration
Animal disease prevention
Exotic animal handling
Animal handling
Animal care
Zoo animal medicine
ZooKeeper
Cross-functional communication

Full Job Description

Overview:

Join our team as a Zookeeper and be a part of a dedicated group committed to the care and well-being of our animal ambassadors. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work hands-on with a variety of species in a small dynamic zoo environment.

Responsibilities:

- Provide daily care for animals including feeding, cleaning enclosures, and monitoring health
- Administer medications as prescribed by veterinarians
- Handle and restrain animals safely and appropriately
- Assist with enrichment activities to promote natural behaviors
- Maintain accurate records of animal behavior, health, and diet
- Collaborate with management and the veterinary team on animal health assessments, needs and treatments

Requirements:

- Experience in EXOTIC animal care, handling, and restraint (Animals in our care include: small-medium sized mammals, snakes, small lizards, monitors, various turtles/tortoises and various invertebrates.) This experience must be extensive and official (not home/pet care). Canine/house cat experience does not apply.

- Comfortable with ALL animals.
- Able to lift heavier objects up to 30-40lbs
- Passion for animals and wildlife conservation.
- Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively in a team environment.

If you are passionate about animals, conservation, and making a difference in the lives of wildlife, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding Zookeeper position at Critter Squad.

Request:
Please ensure your application, resume or cover letter include a list of:
Species you have personally worked with, what you did with that species (in terms of care), how long you worked with them, and your position title whilst doing said work.

This position may require up to 2 in-person interviews at the facility in Tarzana, CA.

NOTE:
This position requires experience with exotic animal care in a professional setting and education in animal care. This is not negotiable.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: From $17.27 per hour

Expected hours: 25 – 35 per week

Benefits:

Paid sick time

Application Question(s):

By entering "I Understand" into the space below, you are agreeing to allow Critter Squad to reach out to any references included in your application/cover letter/etc to verify your required experience for this position. Reply with "I Understand" if you would like to proceed.
Do you have at least 2 years of Zookeeping experience (exotics) in either education or previous work AND do you meet the criteria in the job listing?
The hiring team will filter out any applications that do not contain the required experience/education. By entering "I Understand" below, you acknowledge that you are aware of this policy and that your application will be rejected if it does not meet the requirements laid out in the job listing.

Ability to Relocate:

Tarzana, CA 91356: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

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zoo veterinary jobs in california

Zookeeper (Experience Required)

Animal Care Assistant

Lead Animal Keeper

Animal Care Attendant

Animal Keeper I

Zoo Registered Veterinary Technician (Part-Time)

Animal Keeper

Veterinary Technician Part Time

Animal Care Keeper - Desert Wilds Float

Registered Veterinary Technician - Big Bear Alpine Zoo

Pathology Fellow - San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance

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