Job Postings

Animal Technician

Facility

Recreation and Park Commission for the Parish of East Baton Rouge (BREC) Zoo

Closing Date
September 9, 2020
Description

Job Title: Animal Technician
Department: Kids Zoo/Aquarium
Reports to: Area Curator
Status: (Full -Time) Non-Exempt

The Animal Technician performs animal husbandry which includes feeding animals and cleaning animal facilities.

Essential Functions and Duties:
• Feeds and handles animals and cleans the exhibits.
• Assures security.
• Recognizes and reports abnormal behavior or physical condition of animals.
• Unloads feed trucks.
• Keeps grounds free of litter.
• Interacts with public.
• Performs oral and written reports.
• Provides enrichment and maintains exhibit furniture.

Years of relative experience in animal care: One (1) year experience in animal care. Equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.

Days/Hours Worked: Full-time position; schedules vary, within the framework of 8 hours/5 days per week. Must be able to work holidays and weekends, irregular hours and weekends as required.

Education and Pre-requisites

Education Requirement:
High School diploma or equivalent.

License Requirement:
Valid driver’s license. Must be able to obtain a LA driver’s license within 60 days of hire.

Compensation and benefits

Please refer to www.brec.org for explanation of compensation and benefits.

Application instructions

To apply for this position, please go to our website: www.brec.org/careers where you will also find a complete job description for this position.