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Animal Programs Swing Keeper

Fort Worth Zoo -
Fort Worth, TX

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Job Details

Full-time

Benefits

AD&D insurance
Disability insurance
Health insurance
Dental insurance
401(k)
Flexible spending account
Paid time off
Dependent health insurance coverage
Vision insurance
Life insurance

Qualifications

Zoo experience
Writing skills
Customer inquiry handling
High school diploma or GED
Driver's License

Full Job Description

Summary:
The responsibility of this position is to maintain and care for a variety of animals within the Zoo; to assist veterinary staff as needed; and to perform a variety of activities relative to a rotating area of assignment as staffing needs dictate. The Senior Mammal Curator will manage the work schedule for this position.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Feed and water animals in and around existing quarters; clean, sanitize, maintain and repair animal quarters as required; shovel, rake, hose, sweep, dust and mop floors
Prepare diets for animals; clean and maintain work area and food storage containers
Maintain adequate records on daily activities; observe animal behavior for signs of illness, weight loss/gain or injury; report any signs of illness or injury
Assist veterinarians in minor operations or related activity, administer prescribed medications, submit fecal samples and other duties as needed
Assist in the training of assigned animals; guide animals through daily routines according to established training schedules and guidelines
Carry out animal diet directives from Nutritional Services Department; clean and maintain food storage containers
Participate in the zoo-wide behavioral management program by implementing approved animal training and enrichment projects
Participate in and implement approved research projects
Respond to public inquiries in a courteous manner; resolve complaints in an efficient and timely manner; Present keeper talks to park visitors and media as required
Feed live prey and or euthanize some prey items as related to the requirements of specific taxa
Assist in directing the proper restraint, crating, moving and uncrating of animals
Properly maintain exhibits, animal facilities, equipment and life support systems (as apply) as trained for specific positions

Qualifications:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Must be 18 years of age or older
Must have multiple years of zoo keeping experience
Valid driver license with acceptable motor vehicle record to maintain zoo standards of insurability

Must possess ability to:

Work independently in the absence of immediate supervision
Work a varied schedule of work area assignment
Understand and follow oral and written instructions
Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing
Establish and maintain effective working relationships
Maintain physical condition appropriate to the performance of assigned duties and responsibilities

Education and/or Experience:

High School diploma or equivalent
Bachelor’s degree in wildlife management, zoology, animal behavior, biology, ecology, psychology or related field preferred
Specialized training in zoology or a related field desirable but not required

Physical Demands:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk or hear. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 75 pounds.

Work Environment:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

Team oriented environment
Ability to work irregular hours (holidays and weekends)
Exposure to a variety of domestic and wild or potentially dangerous animals; animal odors and animal body fluids
Exposure to all types of inclement weather conditions
Exposure to chemicals (cleaning, water chemicals, additives, etc.)
Ability to work special events and functions as required
This position may be safety sensitive
This position may work around animals susceptible to specific diseases, thus may be subject to regular tuberculosis and rabies titer testing, and the routine use of personal protective equipment such as gloves, face masks

Disclaimer
The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as a complete inventory of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties requested by their supervisor.

Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and/or abilities. To perform this job successfully, the employee must possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently. Continued employment remains on an at-will basis.

Benefits
This is a full-time position and offers the following benefits:

Medical and Prescription Drug (Employee Coverage 90% Employer Paid, Dependent Coverage 55% Employer Paid)
Vision
Dental
Basic Life AD&D (100% Employer Paid)
Short Term Disability (100% Employer Paid)
Long Term Disability (100% Employer Paid)
Supplemental Life
Flexible Spending Account
401k
Paid Time Off (Accrual Equivalent to 5 Weeks Per Year)
PTO Rollover
PTO Sell Back
Free Zoo Membership
Free Guest Passes
Discounts on Food, Merchandise, Attractions, Admission and Programs

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Pay Type

Hourly

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