Facility
Turtle Bay Exploration Park
Closing Date
[jobclosingdate]
Description
The position of Animal Trainer is a full-time, hourly position with benefits (medical/dental/vision/ life) and is responsible for the performance of the on-grounds summer show as well as other education programs throughout the year. Responsibilities also include daily care, weighing, preparing diets, training and exhibit maintenance for over 35 species of animals including raptors, corvids, psittacines, snakes, turtles, porcupine, fox, badger, bobcat, beaver and raccoon.
Turtle Bay Exploration Park is seeking an extraordinary individual interested in becoming part of a small, but dynamic and innovative training and education team for our Animal Department. Turtle Bay Exploration Park is located on the beautiful Sacramento River in Redding, CA. Our 300-acre campus straddles the Sacramento River and includes a Forest Camp with Animal Center, Museum, Aquarium, and a 220-acre garden and natural oak savannah/arboretum.
Education and Pre-requisites
Minimum 2 years of experience with professional (non-domestic) animal training, positive reinforcement training techniques, and behavioral enrichment; a degree in biology, zoology, environmental/science education, or a related field, OR
An equivalent combination of education and experience.
Applicant must be outgoing, creative, confident, self-motivated, and work well independently, as well as with others (including adult and teen volunteers). Applicant must have good stage presence and the ability to work in a fast-paced, labor intensive environment.
Primary experience with animals in a show environment required.
Compensation and benefits
$12/hour plus full benefits (medical/dental/vision/ life)
Application instructions
E-mail cover letter, resume, three professional references and a short video clip (no longer than 3 minutes) of you in a show/program or a link to a show you have been in. The position is open until filled.
Contact: Human Resources
Turtle Bay Exploration Park
1335 Arboretum Drive- Suite A
Redding, CA 96003
animaljobs@turtlebay.org