Top 2 Zoologists & botanists Jobs in Richmond, Va

ZOOKEEPER, Animal Care Department
Metro Richmond Zoo —Moseley, VA
- $16 - $21 an hour
- 8 hour shift
- 18 years or older
- Medication administration
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Store discount
- Paid holidays
Lead Aquarist
Maymont Foundation —Richmond, VA
- From $20 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Background check
- Management
- Research
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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ZOOKEEPER, Animal Care Department

Metro Richmond Zoo -
Moseley, VA

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Job Details

Full-time
$16 - $21 an hour

Benefits

Store discount
Paid holidays
Paid time off
Opportunities for advancement
Retirement plan

Qualifications

Google Drive
Guest relations
Outdoor work experience
Company vehicle operation
Driver's License
Productivity software

Full Job Description

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THE ORGANIZATION The

etro Richmond Zoo’s mission is to promote animal conservation and inspire guests by providing up-close, educational encounters with the wild. The zoo is situated on 150 acres of land and is home to over 2,000 animals representing 190 species from around the world. The zoo is accredited by the Zoological Association of America and is well-known for its conservation programs for cheetahs, African penguins, and Diana monkeys POSI

ON SUMMARY Unde

the guidance of the lead keepers, zookeepers are responsible for providing high quality care to all animals at the Metro Richmond Zoo including all species of mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians, fish and invertebrates. Zookeepers prepare and distribute diets, clean exhibits, provide enrichment, and more. The zoo can assist zookeepers with housing if needed. ESSE

IAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Overs

e daily husbandry for a wide variety of animals in zookeeper’s area Prepa
e and distribute regular and special animal diets Prope
ly clean, disinfect, and maintain animal exhibits Spray
scrub, sweep, rake, shovel animal feces Prepa
e and distribute animal enrichment items Under
tand and maintain safety standards for animals, guests, and team members Obser
e animals daily to monitor health and well-being Obser
e animals daily to monitor for illness or injury and report appropriately to vet team and lead keepers Assis
vet team as needed with administering medications, providing treatment, and handling animals Ident
fy maintenance issues and resolve or report as necessary Docum
nt animal records with accuracy Assis
in animal emergencies Daily
interaction with public through the use of ambassador animals, keeper talks, and up-close experiences Lead
ducation programs (zoo to you, behind-the-scenes tours, school presentations, animal encounters) Assis
the zoo in any other duties PHYSI

AL REQUIREMENTS Zook

epers must have the ability to: Walk

nd stand and bend over for long periods of time Navig
te zoo grounds with or without a vehicle Trave
se animal exhibits by climbing, bending, kneeling, twisting, reaching, and crawling Regul
rly move 50 lb objects Perfo
m duties for 8 hours a day Have
full range of motion in the back and all extremities Work
n a non-smoking environment QUALI

ICATIONS Zook

epers must: Be a

least 18 years old Have
Bachelor’s degree or higher or have a high school degree with at least 2 years of paid animal experience Have
valid driver’s license and be able to operate zoo vehicles Be se
f-motivated in work ethic and be willing to learn and integrate information, knowledge, and direction quickly Be re
iable and show initiative Be ab
e to work outdoors in all weather from 0°F to over 100°F Be ab
e to communicate clearly in written and verbal forms Have
ood interpersonal skills Be ab
e to interact with guests in a courteous and professional manner Be ab
e to handle stressful situations calmly and effectively Be ab
e to maintain focus and mental stability at all times Be ab
e to handle multiple tasks Be ab
e to work independently and as part of a team Have
reat attention to detail Have
deep love for animals and their wellbeing Have
ntermediate computer skills (proficient in Microsoft Office and Google Drive) HOURS

Full-

ime employment 40 ho
rs a week (Zoo does not offer overtime hours) 5 day
a week Must
ave ability to work flexible hours, including weekdays, weekends, holidays, and some early evenings PERKS

AND BENEFITS Free

oo and zipline tickets Food
nd merchandise discounts Work
ith a variety of exotic animals Day-t
me hours (no nights) Varia
le work tasks Fast-
aced: no dull moments Work
utdoors and indoors Caree
advancement opportunities Medic
l Retir
ment with company match PTO S
me
aid holidays ALCOH

L AND DRUG TESTING Team

members and interns may not arrive on duty under the influence of alcohol or drugs. Since this position is a safety-sensitive position, team members may be subject to random alcohol and drug testing. DISC

IMER This

job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties performed by the team member or intern. All team members and interns are required to follow any other instructions and to perform any other duties requested by their supervisors. HOW

APPLY 1 Co

plete employment application 2 Pr

pare resume and optional cover letter 3 Dr

p o

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