Facility

Grandfather Mountain Stewardship Foundation

Closing Date

Description

Zoo Educators work to design and deliver high-quality educational programming throughout the Conservation Campus. Candidates develop interpretive programming for all ages through our public programs and events and help deliver well established programs such as our Keeper Talks and Animal Encounters. They will teach animal-based environmental education programs for schools and other groups. Zoo Educators will assist in providing care and upkeep for American Black Bears, Cougars, North American River Otters, Elk, Bald Eagles and a variety of educational animals. An ideal candidate will possess good public speaking and customer service skills, be self motivated, and have an appreciation and respect for animals. They must assist in regular upkeep of all buildings, holding areas and animal habitats, be physically capable of performing a variety of habitat maintenance, willing to follow policies and procedures closely, and able to work independently and as part of a team. The candidate must be able to work weekends and holidays, during emergencies, work closely with other employees, volunteers, and general public and work a flexible schedule.

Major Duties:
 Deliver highly engaging and empowering interpretive programs involving the animals several times per day
 Implement environmental education programs for school and private groups
 Assist in the coordination of the department’s special events such as Animal Birthday Party
 Handle and display educational animals to the public for onsite programs
 Constantly exhibit a guest service attitude, a smile, and an obvious interest in guest comfort and service
 Assist guests with questions and directions to various areas of the Conservation Campus.
 Observe, evaluate and report animal behavior and condition of animals to a supervisor on a daily basis
 Animal care including cleaning of holding areas and habitat maintenance such as pond cleaning
 Establish and maintain positive, cooperative, and effective working relations with fellow employees

Education and Pre-requisites

 Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
 Possessing or working towards a degree in Biology or related field
 Experience in interpretation, environmental education, and/or public speaking.
 Strong organizational skills, ability to multi-task, adapt to change, and to prioritize effectively.
 Domestic and/or exotic animal experience
 Capable of strictly following policies and procedures and of learning species and resident animal information
 Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.
 Understanding of natural science themes, conservation education, and animal behavior.
 Physically capable of doing habitat maintenance and able to lift 50 pounds

Compensation and benefits

The list of reasons to work on Grandfather Mountain is a mile-high! Each day, you are transported into an International Biosphere Preserve – some 300 million years in the making. Whether you are working with our animals or congratulating visitors for crossing the Mile-High Swinging Bridge, find a wide variety of opportunities and plenty of room for advancement. Perks include free park admission to enjoy our many things to do on your days off – plus discounts at our restaurant and gift shops. You’ll also get free admission and discounts at other amazing places that are fellow members of the Southern Highland Attractions.
$9.65-12.00/hr

Application instructions

Apply via our website: https://grandfather.com/about-grandfather-mountain/join-the-team/