Facility
Utah’s Hogle Zoo
Closing Date
[jobclosingdate]
Description
POSITION SUMMARY
Performs daily care of exotic and/or domestic animals, cleaning and maintaining guest areas, service areas, holding areas, and exhibit areas. This position also spends a portion of the week making animal diets. This is a part-time position; work hours are typically 20 hours per week but may be up to 29 per week on a varying schedule.
Utah’s Hogle Zoo’s Mission: Create Champions for Wildlife.
Utah’s Hogle Zoo has been a loved and trusted part of the community for over 80 years. Besides providing a great experience for our guests, we aim to create champions for wildlife. Regardless of the job or position you have at the zoo, you will be a champion for wildlife. If you believe in hard work, have a great attitude, are passionate about what you do, and love working with people, then we look forward to talking with you!
REPORTING RELATIONSHIP
Reports directly to the assigned Animal Care Supervisor.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
1) Daily maintenance routines of animal exhibits as set forth by UHZ, AZA, USDA, and area supervisors.
2) Observes animal behavior and report unusual/abnormal behavior to a supervisor.
3) Assists in the preparation and distribution of diets as directed.
4) Assists in the maintenance and disinfection of food preparation and distribution areas.
5) Assists in the preparation, distribution, and evaluation of daily enrichment materials.
6) Records animal behavior and observations in accordance with protocols or as directed.
7) Performs related duties including special projects as required.
8) Commitment to the zoo’s mission and conservation efforts.
9) Performs other duties as assigned.
10) Maintains strict confidentiality.
The incumbent must always demonstrate judgment, high integrity, and personal values consistent with the values of Utah’s Hogle Zoo.
Utah’s Hogle Zoo is a drug-free workplace. All employees are subject to random drug testing.
Work Environment
The incumbent performs in an indoor and outdoor environment, exposure to seasonal elements, dust, and allergens for prolonged periods of time. Tasks require a variety of physical activities, which generally involve muscular strain. Eye, hand, finger dexterity are required to perform essential functions. Must be able to listen and respond to a handheld radio. Ability to stoop, bend, twist, turn, climb, jump, run when necessary, and move quickly to avoid dangerous situations. Must be able to walk on wet and uneven surfaces. Must be able to lift 50 lbs. unassisted and 75 lbs. with assistance. Must be able to push and pull up to 53 lbs.
A valid driver’s license is required.
Provide a negative TB test prior to hire date and TB testing through the course of employment.
Education and Pre-requisites
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE
Education and Experience
High School diploma; pursuit of related higher education degree preferred. Experience working with exotic and/or domestic animals preferred.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
This list contains knowledge, skills, and abilities that are typically associated with the job. It is not all-inclusive and may vary from position to position:
Required technical skills include the knowledge and ability of:
• Computer operations and technical software applications.
• Microsoft Office Suite.
Required mathematical skills include working knowledge of:
• Mathematical concepts and logic.
• Performs basic mathematical formulas and calculations.
Must possess excellent communications skills:
• Interpersonal conflict resolution method.
• Effectively promote organization and services offered.
• Interpersonal communication.
• Communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
Must have the ability to:
• Follow written and verbal instructions.
• Apply critical thinking techniques.
• Analyze and solve problems.
• Prioritize work.
• Perform within deadlines.
• Ability to stay focused despite interruptions.
• Deal with stress caused by deadlines.
• Work well in a team environment as well as independently.
• Memory for details.
Compensation and benefits
Not specified.
Application instructions
All applicants need to apply at: https://www.hoglezoo.org/jobs_volunteers/job_openings