Facility

Oregon Zoo

Closing Date

Description

Position summary
Metro is dedicated to shaping a better future for the greater Portland region. The work the people of Metro do every day benefits the lives of the people who live here, today and tomorrow. We offer a highly competitive compensation and benefits program. Learn more about the benefits Metro offers.

The Oregon Zoo has an opportunity for a dynamic leader to join their Africa team as an Area Supervisor. We are looking for a person that has a collaborative approach to zoo animal management and a human-centered approach to team leadership. In this role, you will oversee a diverse team of specialized professionals, and assist with the management of daily operations of the area and the animals in our care.

As the Africa Area Supervisor you will:
Supervise the work of staff; coordinate and monitor area operations such as daily tasks, area meetings, maintenance and repair needs, required safety training, and intensive scheduling management.
Family/ species in your purview will include but are not limited to African Lions, African Painted Dogs, Cheetah, Giraffe, Bontebok, Fruit Bats, African Crested Porcupines, Southern Ground Hornbills, and Black Rhinos.
Perform administrative functions including schedule adjustments utilizing shared resources; timekeeping updates/ corrections; input, tracking, and triaging work orders; dietary adjustments; environmental enrichment approval; and material purchase and distribution Inspect assigned area to ensure proper care and safety of animals, their quarters and facilities; problem solve if issues arise.
Lead and support staff in trainings, performance evaluations, strategic communication, team building and employee engagement efforts.
Maintain, review, or prepare documentation related to animal enrichment, welfare, and training.
Maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs) as current for all areas within purview via quarterly updates.
Prepare and distribute agendas in advance of scheduled area and committee meetings. In addition to leading regular area meetings, collect feedback and drive enrichment evaluations, welfare audits, morning huddles, animal training plans, and progress towards attaining staff and team goals.
Collaborate with other internal stakeholders to create, maintain, or provide guidance on Zoo- wide initiatives
Collaborate with fellow Area Supervisors and Curators on scheduling, staffing, committee leadership, and to support other teams. Will work in collaboration with Animal Curator.

Attributes for success:
Knowledge of the care, feeding, behavior, and hazards of working with large carnivores and hoofstock .
Experience working safely and effectively with dangerous animals Knowledge of zoonotic diseases and methods of preventing spread Effective supervisory skills.
Ability to build positive, collaborative working relationships with peers and direct reports; ability to lead efforts that increase communication and teamwork.
Experience taking a leadership role on teams/committees.
Ability to listen actively, mediate conflicts and create a positive work environment.
Ability to exercise good judgement in evaluating situations and making decisive decisions. Ability to keep accurate records and prepare thorough reports.
Ability to collaborate effectively with peers, professional colleagues, zoo partners, and the public.

Diversity and Inclusion:
At Metro, we’re committed to hiring a workforce representative of the communities we serve, recognizing that a diverse workforce strengthens our organization. We invest in employees by supporting equitable and inclusive hiring practices, employee policies and training programs.

Education and Pre-requisites

TO QUALIFY:
We will consider any combination of relevant work experience, volunteering, education, and transferable skills as qualifying unless an item or section is labeled required. Please be clear and specific in your application materials on how your background is relevant.

Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in the assigned program area or a related field AND
Three years of progressively responsible experience related to African animals, large carnivores and hoofstock OR
Any combination of education and experience that provides the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the classification duties and responsibilities
Additional medical testing and/or immunizations (like TB) may be required as the duties of this position may require close contact with animal areas and enclosures where animals may be present.

Working environment –Due to the nature of the work, working on site will allow the candidate to have the most success in the role. Additionally, the applicant should expect to some weekends and evenings as operations or emergencies dictate.

If this statement is true for you, then you may be ineligible to apply:
If I was terminated for cause during any of my employment with Metro, or resigned in lieu of termination, I understand I may be ineligible for rehire for a minimum of 3 years.

Like to have:
You do not need to have the following preferred qualifications/transferable skills to qualify. However, keep in mind we may consider some or all of the following when identifying the most qualified candidates. Your transferable skills are any skills you have gained through education, work experience (including the military) or life experience that are relevant for this position.
3 or more years of expert experience supervising animal care professionals.
Experience creating protocols and implementation.

Compensation and benefits

COMPENSATION AND REPRESENTATION:
Based on the Oregon Pay Equity Act requirements, Metro’s internal equity review process, and the candidates’ qualifications, the appointment will typically be made between $75,948.00 – $90,758.00 annually. The full salary range for this position is $75,948.00 – $105,567.00 annually.

This position is not eligible for overtime and is not represented by a union. It is classified as a Program Supervisor I. Classification descriptions are typically written broadly and do not include the specific duties and responsibilities of the positions.

Application instructions

SCREENING AND EVALUATION
The Application Packet: The application packet consists of the following documents. Please ensure that you upload these documents in your online application. Make sure your application is complete, missing any part of these items could result in an incomplete application and will not be moved forward in the recruitment.
Complete online application

The Selection Process: We expect to evaluate candidates for this recruitment as follows. The selection process is subject to change.
Initial review of minimum qualifications.
In-depth evaluation of application materials to identify the most qualified candidates Consideration of top candidates/interviews.
Testing/assessments (if applicable).
Reference check.

Questions?
Recruiter: Megan Warneke
Email: megan.warneke@oregonmetro.gov

Additional Information
Equal employment opportunity: All qualified persons will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, familial status, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, disability for which a reasonable accommodation can be made or any other status protected by law. Assistance will be gladly provided upon request for any applicant with sensory or non-sensory disabilities.

Online applications: Metro accepts job applications online. If you need assistance or accommodation with your application, or access to a computer, call 503-797-1570.

Accommodation: Reasonable accommodation is available to anyone whose specific disability prevents them from completing this application or participating in this process. To obtain confidential assistance please contact Human Resources 503-797-1570.

Pay equity at Metro: Every worker must get equal pay for equal work regardless of your gender, race, age or other protected characteristics. Metro has established processes and conducts routine pay equity reviews as part of the hiring process to ensure compliance with the 2017 Oregon Pay Equity Act.

Public Employees Retirement System (PERS): Unless otherwise stated in a collective bargaining agreement, Metro pays both the employee and employer portion of PERS contributions for eligible employees.

Veterans’ preference: Under Oregon Law, qualified veterans may be eligible for veterans’ preference when applying for Metro positions. If you are a veteran and would like to be considered for a veterans’ preference for this job, please provide qualifying documents as instructed during the application process.