Facility

Birmingham Zoo, Inc.

Closing Date

Description

The Birmingham Zoo is seeking a full time Animal Care Professional II Sea lions. Under the direction of the Zoological Manager of Predators/Sea Lions and the guidance of the Sea Lion ACP III, the candidate will develop husbandry and show behaviors with 1.1 California Sea Lions. In addition to animal care and training, this position will also include daily maintenance of the Sea Lion Life Support System, media events and guest interactions. The ACP II will also play a role in resolving any animal related emergencies within the zoo and will be proficient in the proper capture, restraint, crating, and transfer techniques for the animals in the Predator/Sea lion department. As part of the predator department, this position may include cross training on other routines as needed.

Education and Pre-requisites

 Four years’ full time paid experience training and providing daily care for pinnipeds
 Bachelor’s degree in a relevant biological field
 Proven knowledge and experience in training using operant conditioning techniques
 An understanding of and experience with behavioral enrichment
 Current knowledge of natural history, animal behavior and husbandry
 Excellent interpersonal, communication and listening skills
 High performance in a team environment
 The ability to organize and manage time
 Strong decision making abilities and the ability to multi-task
 Excellent public presentation skills and enthusiastic attitude
 Must be able to swim and be comfortable working in and around water
 Must have a current valid driver’s license with no prior traffic violations (within the last five years).
 Must be First aid/CPR certified, or be willing to be certified.
 Must have current negative TB test and provide documentation, or be willing to have a TB test.

Compensation and benefits

Not specified.

Application instructions

If interested, please apply online – www.birminghamzoo.com, click About Us and Employment. EOE.