Facility
Oregon Zoo
Closing Date
[jobclosingdate]
Description
Multiple part-time temporary positions are available. Work will not to exceed 1040 hours in a 12 month period. Applications will be reviewed as they are received.
Temporary keepers work under the direction of Living Collections staff to assist with the day-to-day care of the animals at the Oregon Zoo.
ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES:
An employee in this position must be able to perform all of the essential job duties listed below with or without reasonable accommodation; however, this list is not intended to include all of the specific tasks which an employee in this position may be expected to perform. A temporary employee will generally not perform the full scope of duties as listed in the job classification.
•As directed, provides day-to-day care for animals at the Oregon Zoo.
•Performs upkeep, cleaning and disinfecting functions for areas such as barns, cages, yards, pools, food trays and water troughs. Also maintains lab, office and other areas.
•Performs animal feeding duties such as preparing prescribed diets; setting out and offering food in a manner which is most likely to result in total consumption. Makes precise reports on food consumption.
•Observes animals throughout assigned shift to identify normal and abnormal behavior. Reports observations and problems to keepers and/or veterinary staff.
•As directed, keeps records on daily health, behavior and diet, food inventory and supply, breeding and mating activity.
•Checks conditions of animal environments to assess security and safety for animals, employees, and visitors. Reports any problems.
•Under supervision, administers medications as prescribed by Veterinarian; observes animals to determine the medications taken. Performs general husbandry tasks which can include duties such as trimming nails, exercising animals, worming, assisting with breeding programs or other daily routines.
•Maintains safe work habits and contributes to the safety of self and co-workers. Follows safety protocols to maintain animal health and security, and public protection.
•May assist with the capture, restraint or segregation of animals for shipment, medical treatment, research or transfer to another area.
•Acts as a resource to public. Provides customer service to zoo guests, answers questions about the zoo and the animals, and may assist with tours.
•Performs related duties as assigned.
Education and Pre-requisites
In order to be considered for this position, you must:
•be 18 years of age or older
•be available for at least three days per week for at least 40 weeks per year. At least one of the available days must be a Saturday or Sunday.
•have a negative TB test or x-ray on a yearly basis
•have and maintain a valid driver’s license
•have the ability to physically perform the duties of the position, including the ability to perform heavy manual labor for extended periods, often under inclement weather conditions
•sign and abide by posted work rules.
Preferred requirements include: •Bachelors degree in zoology, biology or related subjects relevant to the care of zoo animals
•Previous experience in the husbandry of domestic and exotic animals
•Possession of any licenses or certifications related to the position
Compensation and benefits
Not specified.
Application instructions
To apply: visit www.oregonmetro.gov/jobs for the complete job announcement and a link to our online hiring center. Metro is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.