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Zoo Keeper - Education and Conservation Ambassador Collection

Friends of the Zoo Springfield MO
Springfield, MO

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Job Details

Full-time
$16.55 an hour
7 days ago

Benefits

Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance

Qualifications

Animal health monitoring
Animal behavioral observation
Record keeping
Exotic animal medicine
Company vehicle operation
Driver's License
Exotic animal handling
Medical records
Safety hazards
Animal patient charting
Safety standard operating procedures
Standard operating procedures (SOPs)

Full Job Description

DESCRIPTION

This position will be a part of our Conservation and Education Department at Dickerson Park Zoo. Working closely with the Conservation and Education Director and supervised by the General Curator or Head Keeper over the Ambassador Collection. Communication is vital in this position as it works closely with Friends of the Zoo Docents, Education Specialist, and Animal Health team.

Primary Purpose

Performs general husbandry duties as well as exhibit maintenance, ground maintenance, and landscape work for one or more assigned animal specialty areas including birds, mammals, reptiles and other species for the Dickerson Park Zoo. Responsible for safety, health, and wellbeing of assigned animals.

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS

Experience, Education, and Training

Typically requires two years of experience in an animal science related area including the care of domestic, native, and exotic animals.
Experience requirements must be commensurate with the specialty area associated with current vacancy.

PREFERRED

Directly related education and/or coursework.

Licensing/Certification

Must possess a valid Motor Vehicle Operator's License.

Knowledge

Principles and procedures dealing with general animal husbandry and animal science
Standard behaviors of assigned specialty animals regarding handling, feeding, breeding, social interaction patterns, and animal health
Record keeping procedures.

Abilities

Effectively care for and maintain animal inventory, observe animal behavior, and maintain appropriate animal records
Follow proper safety principles and procedures as well as be able to recognize safety hazards
Possess a strong attention to detail
Learn and follow standard operating procedures for the care and handling of assigned animals
Demonstrate effective decision-making and sound judgment
Complete appropriate forms and routine reports
Follow oral and written instructions
Operate hand and power tools, zoo vehicles, as well as other equipment utilized in completing zoo duties
Communicate effectively verbally and in writing
Deal effectively and courteously with associates, volunteers, and the public
Present an overall professional image
Effectively welcome and embrace differences among employees and citizens
Perform effectively as a member of a team in carrying out the Friends of the Zoo and the City's stated mission and philosophy
Perform the essential functions of the job without posing a direct threat to the health and safety of self or others.

FUNCTIONS

Essential Functions

Observes and notes animal behavior, including feeding, breeding and social interactions and monitors such behavior in order to detect indicators of potential concerns or problems.

Prepare routine reports periodically, documenting the daily activities and animal behaviors.

Inspects and monitors assigned areas to ensure the general health and safety of both the animals, visitors, and docents.

Cleans and disinfects animal exhibits and holding areas.

Monitors daily environmental conditions for animals such as temperature, rain, snow, etc.

Assists in designing animal husbandry/breeding programs including enrichment programs to improve animal welfare.

Feeds animals and prepare diets for assigned areas when needed. Monitors and reports on overall animal health including dietary issues.

Assists in the care of sick and injured animals as outlined by the veterinarians and supervisors.

Participates in the design and repairs of exhibits and facilities necessary for animal displays and/or exhibit structures. Utilizes appropriate hand and power tools such as drills, skill saws, jackhammers, compressors, as well as other equipment required in the use of designing, constructing, and repairing animal exhibits and displays.

Provides tours, assists in educational presentations, and promotes other forms of public relations activities for the zoo.

Carries out control measures for pests and predators.

Travel to various on- and off-site locations utilizing pick-ups or other light vehicles and equipment to deliver, transport, or obtain feed, materials, equipment and supplies.

Important Functions

Attends conferences, workshops, seminars, and other training for professional development purposes.

Oversee the work of a small number of temporary employees and volunteers assigned to specialty area.

Maintains order and cleanliness of service areas, grounds and other assigned spaces

Performs office administration tasks such as copying, filing, faxing, and word processing as assigned.

Performs related work as required.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

Supervision

Under the general supervision of an assigned Head Keeper or General Curator.

Physical Requirements

Performs frequent walking, bending, squatting, kneeling, climbing, and reaching both to ground level and overhead; lifts, carries, pushes, and pulls up to 100 pounds for animals, bales of hay, sacks of feed, cartons and supplies, and other similar items; holds and grips objects; may be subject to long periods of standing.

Working Environment

Primarily outdoors with exposure to dust, pollen, and water elements; subject to a variety of extreme weather conditions and temperatures due to working outdoors year-round; susceptible to mechanical hazards associated with tools and small equipment and other safety hazards associated with working around animals; may be subject to working in cramped spaces. Subject to safety hazards associated with caring for domestic, native, and exotic animals such as injuries resulting from bites or other physical contact; susceptible to strong odors, fumes, poor lighting, and cramped spaces. Possible exposure to disease due to contact with animals.

Miscellaneous Requirements

Subject to emergency call-in; must be able to work a flexible work schedule including weekends and/or holidays.

Job Details

This position is a Friends of the Zoo Animal Ambassador Zoo Keeper at Dickerson Park Zoo

Salary: $16.55 an hour or $34,424.00 annually
Vacation, Holiday, Sick and Personal Time included.
Medical, Dental and Vision benefits covered for employee.

Non-Exempt

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