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Animal Keeper
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- $23.90 - $26.30 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Clean driving record
- Microsoft Outlook
- Management
- Free parking
- Health insurance
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Educator - Part Time (Seasonal)
Santa Barbara Zoo —Santa Barbara, CA
- $18.40 an hour
- Part-time
- Background check
- 18 years or older
- CPR Certification
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Event Host - Seasonal
Santa Barbara Zoo —Santa Barbara, CA
- $16.90 an hour
- Part-time
- 18 years or older
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Ability to climb stairs
- Free parking
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Education Coordinator-Products and Program Support
Santa Barbara Zoo —Santa Barbara, CA
- $22.50 - $25.00 an hour
- Part-time
- Background check
- 18 years or older
- CPR Certification
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Volunteer Supervisor
Santa Barbara Zoo —Santa Barbara, CA
- $27.98 - $29.33 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Background check
- CPR Certification
- Microsoft Outlook
- Free parking
- Paid holidays
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Preschool Teacher - Part Time
Santa Barbara Zoo —Santa Barbara, CA
- $26.20 - $27.30 an hour
- Part-time
- Background check
- 18 years or older
- CPR Certification
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Animal Kitchen Food Preparation Technician - Part Time
Santa Barbara Zoo —Santa Barbara, CA
- $19.20 - $20.70 an hour
- Part-time
- 18 years or older
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Basic math
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Assistant Preschool Teacher - Part Time
Santa Barbara Zoo —Santa Barbara, CA
- $21 - $23 an hour
- Part-time
- Background check
- 18 years or older
- CPR Certification
- Free parking
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Assistant Preschool Teacher
Santa Barbara Zoo —Santa Barbara, CA
- $21 - $23 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- Classroom
- 18 years or older
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Custodian Female - Full Time
Santa Barbara Zoo —Santa Barbara, CA
- $19.80 - $20.80 an hour
- Full-time
- Sanitation
- Forklift
- High school diploma or GED
- Free parking
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Education Supervisor-Premium Experiences
Santa Barbara Zoo —Santa Barbara, CA
- $25 - $28 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- 18 years or older
- Microsoft Outlook
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Transportation Shuttle Driver
Santa Barbara Zoo —Santa Barbara, CA
- $28 - $32 an hour
- Part-time
- CDL B
- Background check
- 18 years or older
- Free parking
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Vice President of Facilities & Capital Projects
Santa Barbara Zoo —Santa Barbara, CA
- $160,000 - $171,600 a year
- Urgently hiring
- Clean driving record
- 5 years
- Engineering
- 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 Associate

Santa Barbara Zoo -
Santa Barbara, CA

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Job Details

Full-time
$22.60 - $27.60 an hour

Qualifications

Employee relationship building
High school diploma or GED
Driving

Full Job Description

SUMMARY:
The Animal Care Associate assists the Director of Animal Care with administrative tasks and duties to support the department's operational needs, as assigned, and provides support to the Registrar as needed.

Full Time, Non-Exempt - Monday through Friday - $22.60 - $27.60 DOE

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

Department Support Functions:

Assists with managing the Animal Care budget; organizing and coding invoices & receipts, maintaining a spreadsheet of the department budget, preparing budget reports, managing purchasing accounts, and submitting reimbursement requests
Assists with the preparation and submission of the department credit card monthly statements
Performs administrative duties associated with management of the department, including, but not limited to:
- clerical duties such as organizing and maintaining files
- photocopy/scan/fax
- maintaining and updating the staff roster, as assigned
Performs data entry as assigned
Assists with coordinating meetings, special events, and visiting consultants
Prepares reports and documents as assigned
Assists with department purchasing of supplies and equipment as needed
Assists with researching habitat design and sourcing equipment and supplies for habitats as needed
Assists with supporting or coordinating departmental travel
Assists with supporting the Animal Welfare Program by utilizing digital platforms and software (such as
Excel, ZIMS, Microsoft suite) for data management and liaising with Zoological Managers
Assists with supporting the Enriching Experiences Program through data management and liaising with
Zoological Managers
Assists the Registrar with registrar-related duties when needed such as, but not limited to, animal transfer
logistics and paperwork, maintaining animal records, animal regulatory inspections and inspection
reports, and permit
Assist the Registrar by serving as the primary driver and staff member responsible for the safe, secure, and
compliant transport of animals between facilities and to/from airports
Knowledge of IATA (International Air Transport Association) Live Animal regulations
Assists the Registrar with training staff on digital platforms and database use such as, but not limited to
ZIMS, SharePoint, and the Microsoft 365 suite
Assist with management of digital platforms and databases for the Animal Care Department such as, but not
limited to ZIMS, SharePoint, and the Microsoft 365 suite
Assists with special projects as assigned
Liaises with other departments on assigned administrative and budgetary tasks
Liaises with other departments about animal care operations as assigned
Assists the department with coordination of volunteer logistics as needed
Assists with onboarding of new staff within the department; paperwork, keys, radio, uniforms, etc.
Tracks keeper talks and animal experiences (encounters, BTS, camp, tours, etc.) as needed
Takes minutes at the weekly Animal Management Meeting and other meetings as needed
Attends monthly AC&H department meeting
Takes minutes at the quarterly Animal Welfare Assessment Working Group meeting
Attends monthly all-employee meetings when scheduled on days of work
Adheres to the Zoo’s policies and procedures as outlined in the Employee Policy Manual
Applies and exemplifies “Green” (Sustainable) practices whenever possible

Animal Care Keeper Support:

Assists with animal care duties when needed and as assigned
Assists with animal emergencies as needed in a support role under the direction of the Director of Animal
Care, Zoological Managers, or Vice President of Animal Care & Health
Assists with keeper talks and animal experiences as needed

SECONDARY DUTIES:

Attends Monthly All Employee meetings
Attends bi-monthly department meetings
Attends Animal Management meetings
Attends quarterly Animal Welfare Assessment Working Group meeting
Promotes a collaborative relationship across the whole AC&H department
Develops positive and collaborative working relationships with other Zoo departments to achieve
and advance the department and Zoo-wide goals
Other duties as assigned to support the operations and management of the Animal Care & Health
department

Guest Relations:

Greets every guest with a smile
Thanks guests for supporting/visiting the Zoo
Answers phone calls, voice mails, and e-mails promptly
Ensures the Zoo’s presentation standards for cleanliness and maintenance are met by keeping the
work area clean, picking up trash, and reporting unsafe or unsightly conditions
Associates with guests to share information and assist
Responds to all guest inquiries, complaints, and comments according to Zoo guest relations
procedures
Maintains a clean, neat appearance and adheres to the Zoo’s uniform dress code
Takes responsibility for staying informed about happenings at the Zoo, such as reading the employee
communications and attending meetings
Reflects the qualities outlined in the Guest Relations Statement, the Zoo’s Core Values, and the
Employee Pledge

POSITION CRITERIA:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
The requirements and environmental characteristics described below are representative of the knowledge,
skill, ability, and working and physical elements required of the position. Reasonable accommodations may
be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Education & Experience:

High school diploma or GED
Experience working in animal care at an AZA-accredited zoo or aquarium, or equivalent facility
desirable

License, Certification, or Preferred Qualifications:

A valid driver’s license with a good driving record is desirable

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

Knowledge of Windows programs (Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook) and generating reports from database information
Knowledge of animal record-keeping software (ZIMS)
General knowledge of animal taxonomy, animal husbandry
Basic knowledge of animal welfare and wildlife laws and regulations specific to exhibition, breeding,
and domestic and international transport would be beneficial
Basic knowledge of population management principles and AZA animal programs would be
beneficial
Excellent organizational skills, resourceful, and good time management practices
Ability to follow oral and written direction
Effective oral and written communication skills
Ability to work independently and take initiative
Ability to work effectively in a shared, open-space office with many interruptions
Ability to manage sensitive information with discretion
Ability to develop productive and professional relationships at work
Ability to exercise safe work habits
Ability to interact courteously and respectfully with supervisors, fellow employees, volunteers, and
our guests

Physical Demands & Work Environment:

Requires the ability to access all areas of the facility
Must be able to participate in operational practices, including the ability to lift 20 lbs., climb stairs,
manipulate tools, stand/walk for up to two continuous hours
Involves working in a shared, open-space office environment, as well as out-of-doors in all weather
conditions
Supportive and open employment culture

Tools Used:

Personal computer and software (Word, Filemaker Pro, Excel, and Outlook)
Two-way radio
Standard office equipment: telephone, copier, printer, facsimile machine, and calculator

NOTE: The employee is expected to adhere to all company policies and to act as a role model in the
adherence to policies. These statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work
involved in this job. It is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of this job.

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