Facility
Santa Barbara Zoo
Closing Date
[jobclosingdate]
Description
The Keeper position involves working with and cross training on a variety of taxa including mammals, birds and ectotherms. In addition to husbandry and maintaining naturalistic exhibits, the ideal candidate will be a keeper who has experience with a variety of small and large animals. Experience with large mammals is a plus!
Position Status: Full Time, Regular, Hourly, Non-Exempt
Schedule: 5 days a week based on business need, generally with Tues/Wed off – 40 hours/work week
SUMMARY:
Under general direction of Zoological Manager and Director of Care, the Keeper is responsible for the application of daily animal care, maintenance of exhibits, guest experience and applicable research .
This is an additional keeper position added in 2022 to support the Animal Care and Health Team.
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Education and Pre-requisites
POSITION CRITERIA:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements and environmental characteristics described below are representative of the knowledge, skill, ability, and working and physical elements required of the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education and Experience:
Bachelor’s degree or graduation from two-year college program focused on captive animal husbandry.
Experience in routine animal husbandry as in a zoo, aquarium or closely related activity.
License, Certification, or Preferred Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Life Science such as Biology, Zoology, Ecology or closely related discipline is preferred.
Previous work experience in an AZA accredited facility is preferred.
Valid driver’s license with good driving record is desirable
Knowledge, Skills and Ability:
Available to work weekends and holidays, and when events are scheduled.
Knowledge of animal behavior and natural history.
Knowledge of procedures for observation, handling/restraint, training, enrichment, reproduction, facility needs and health of animals.
Understanding of emergency situation procedures, specifically those involved with guest and staff safety.
Basic computer skills.
Ability to follow oral and written direction.
Effective oral and written communication skills.
Ability to develop warm and friendly relationships at work.
Ability to interact courteously and respectfully with supervisors, fellow employees, volunteers, our guests.
Ability to exercise safe work habits while in proximity of potentially dangerous animals.
Awareness of, sensitivity to, and empathy with animals
Physical Demands & Work Environment:
Requires the ability to access all areas of the facility.
Ability to negotiate the zoo work environment including behind-the-scenes, lawns, gravel, and hilltop.
Must be able to participate in operational practices; including climb stairs, manipulate tools, and stand/walk for long periods of time.
Must be physically able to operate a variety of machines and equipment including electric cart, two-way radio and capture equipment.
Must be able to lift 50 pounds occasionally, and 10 or fewer pounds frequently.
Ability to exert a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly push, pull or otherwise move objects.
The ability to use abdominal and lower back muscles to support part of the body repeatedly or continuously over time without ‘giving out’ or fatiguing.
The ability to bend, stretch, twist, or reach with your body, arms, and/or legs.
Involves working out of doors in all weather conditions.
Supportive and open employment culture.
Tools Used:
Standard cleaning equipment such as hoses, rakes, shovels, and brooms
Two-way radio
Personal Computer and software (Word, Excel, Outlook)
Capture equipment
Electric cart
Hand tools
Compensation and benefits
Compensation: $19.30 – $21.30/hour DOE
Benefit options available upon request
Application instructions
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