Facility
Tanganyika Wildlife Park
Closing Date
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Description
Tanganyika is seeking dedicated Keepers to care for animals and their exhibits at a small and quickly growing facility in the small town of Goddard just 7 miles away from Wichita Kansas. Tanganyika’s focus is to share our passion for animals by providing real experiences that are entertaining and educational in order to have a significant impact in the stewardship of select species. Responsibilities include ALL aspects of animal care including training, monitoring health and well being, exhibit maintenance, proper cleaning and disinfecting, and interaction with the public through animal demos, tours, and animal ambassadors.
Education and Pre-requisites
A Bachelor’s Degree in a Biology related science or working towards one is preferred along with actual experience with animals through family farms or exotic animal internships.
Must be in good physical condition and be able to lift 70# consistently.
Must be able to work efficiently in a very fast pace environment and be able to fit in all your responsibilities within the scheduled working day.
Must be able to work in ALL outdoor weather from cold to hot.
Must be able to make this position more than a job but a life style as you will be needed long days, weekends, Holidays, and more.
Must enjoy educating the public and training animal ambassadors to work around the public.
Must take full responsibility of area assigned which includes working on ladders, maintenance of fencing, painting, mowing, and so on.
Compensation and benefits
Starting pay is $9.00 per hour with a 6 month probationary period. May be under discussion based on experience.
Health Benefits are not available at this time however we do offer the Aflac plan after 90 days of employment.
After working for a year of employment we offer a simple IRA.
Application instructions
Please send Resumes to Stephanie Jeter the Animal Curator by email sjeter@twpark.com.
Please indicate which animal area you are applying for.
Applicants who score highly after an interview will be asked to visit Tanganyika for a 2 day unpaid working interview.