Facility
Little Rock Zoo, Little Rock, AR
Closing Date
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Description
JOB OBJECTIVE:To perform various duties to maintain a clean and healthy environments for animals at the Little Rock Zoo and provide supervisor to assigned Zoo personnel ensuring the proper care of animals and facilities in the farm, primate and reptile section of the Zoo.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Provides supervision to Animal Keepers and other assigned Zoo personnel in the farm, primateand reptile section of the Zoo; ensures that duties such as feeding, cleaning, and special projects are completed; ensures observance of safety procedures; provides training for assigned personnel and volunteers. Develops, implements, and maintains best practices in the care of animals in the farm, primate and reptile area through modern practices relating to captive care. Observes animals in assigned area for injuries or symptoms of disease, and significant changes in behavior or physical appearance; reports changes and problems to supervisor; recommends to supervisor changes in animal activity schedules, diets and displays to assist animals’ psychological and physiological well-being, based on the results of research and input from Animal Keepers; implements approved changes. participates in the development and maintenance of operational guidelines and procedures; assists in implementation of goals and objectives; recommends new procedures and methods for improving efficiency and effectiveness; implements upon approval. Completes daily reports, listing projects status and condition of animals; determines what special projects are needed, through research and from review of Animal Keeper reports and input; recommends special projects and implements upon approval. Notifies supervisor, Veterinary Technician, or Zoo Veterinarian of animals that requiremedical attention; provides assistance to the veterinarian by capturing and restraining animals, trimming claws, and completing lab forms; ensures prescribed medication is administered to animals, either orally with food or by injection; contacts veterinarian in emergency situations. Ensures food is prepared for animals according to established diets; ensures animals are fed according to established schedules; ensures that dietary and nutritional standards are met; prepares feeding schedules and diet cards. Answers questions and provides information about animals or displays from members of the public; serves as a tour guide; educates visitors about the Zoo, specific animals, animal diets, handling, habitat, mistreatment and harassment of Zoo animals; presents information to various groups. Inspects enclosures daily for safety and security concerns; recommends repairs; ensures the performance of maintenance and minor construction work on buildings, enclosures, equipment and other special projects; notifies supervisor of discrepancies. Ensure the maintenance of plant life in animal exhibits; supervises the spraying or spreading of approved chemicals to exterminate pests, diseases or unwanted plants. Provides special handling, training, and transportation for animals as required. Notifies supervisor on status of antivenin inventory; provides assistance to supervisor in obtaining needed products. Operates various hand and power tools to clean and repair animal enclosures. Operates automatic transmission automobile/truck and standard (manual) automobile/truck in the performance of essential job functions.
Education and Pre-requisites
SUPERVISORY REESPONSIBILITIES: Animal Keepers, assigned part-time employees, and volunteers.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
These knowledge, skills, and abilities are usually, although not always, acquired through the completion of a Bachelor’s degree in Zoology, Animal Husbandry, Veterinary Medicine, or related area, two (2) years of experience in the care of venomous reptiles, primates or other exotic animals in a controlled environment and one (1) year of supervisory experience. Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered.
REQUIRED LICENSES AND/OR CERTIFICATIONS: A valid Arkansas Class D Non-Commercial Drivers License before employment and maintain licensure for the duration of employment in this position.
Compensation and benefits
HIRING/ENTRY SALARY: $27,436 to $34,844 plus benefits
Application instructions
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS:
Only On-Line Applications Accepted.
Must complete On-Line Application and Supplemental Questions by Closing Date. Applications will be screened for Minimum Qualifications.
APPLICATIONS MAY BE FILED ONLINE AT: http://www.lrjobs.net
CLOSING DATE: 05/04/16 11:59 PM