Facility

Oregon Zoo

Closing Date

Description

Deadline to apply: May 18, 2018 @ 5:00 pm, PDT

Position Summary:
Do you belong at the zoo? Are you looking to work in a fun, teamwork oriented environment? Would you enjoy working with co-workers who represent the diversity that the Portland community provides? And, do you thrive on performing a variety of job functions in support of animal care? If you would thrive in this type of work environment and could imagine arriving at the workplace each day to be greeted by a mountain goat at the entrance to a world class animal and wildlife conservation facility, the Oregon Zoo may be a perfect workplace for you.

Entry rate: $22.06; 6 months; $23.45; 18 months: $24.92; 30 months: $26.48; 42 months: $28.15/hour

Work area: Oregon Zoo – Primate
Work week: Full-time: Thursday-Monday (Tuesday and Wednesday off)
Shift: 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

The Animal Keeper – Primate position specializes in the care of primates, including 2 species of great apes, and various Old World primates. The keeper in this position is responsible for day-to-day husbandry activities and additional essential job duties as listed below.

At the Oregon Zoo, we hire a workforce representative of the communities we serve, understanding that a diverse workforce strengthens our organization. We value diversity and support a positive and welcoming environment where all of our employees can thrive.

Education and Pre-requisites

Bachelors degree in biology, zoology, or related subjects relevant to the care of zoo animals and three years professional animal keeper experience working with primates, including large apes; or any combination of education and experience that provides the necessary knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the classification duties and responsibilities.

Compensation and benefits

Salary: $22.06 – $28.15 hourly

Full-time position has full benefits package

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.