Facility
Phoenix Zoo
Closing Date
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Description
The Phoenix Zoo is so much more than animals and entertainment. We are a cause-driven organization acting as an advocate and defender of animal life. We seek to motivate our guests through knowledge and discovery that will inspire them to care more for the natural world. Our Interpretive Animal Programs provide our guests with exciting up-close animal and keeper interactions, and through these experiences we hope to impart the value of animals beyond entertainment.
We are looking for a Collection Manager for our Interpretive Animal Programs. Under direction of the Animal Curator, the Collection Manager is responsible for the organization and operation of the department through effective management of staff, animal care and facilities. This individual will supervise and manage a team of keepers and ensure husbandry and behavioral management practices that support the Phoenix Zoo’s mission and core values. Currently, Interpretive Animal Programs has 11 employees providing daily care and enrichment for 90 animals in our collection. The Collection Manager must effectively recruit and train staff, maintain the schedule and payroll duties, and conduct performance management. Additionally, the Collection Manager must create, foster and maintain a positive team-orientated work environment through effective leadership communication, coaching and mentoring. Extensive animal knowledge is needed as the individual in this position will be expected to evaluate and maintain the care and well-being of the animals and apply established husbandry, nutritional and behavioral management standards. Presentation skills will be imperative as Interpretive Programs employees conduct animal shows for our guests on a daily basis.
Education and Pre-requisites
Minimum requirements for this position include a Bachelor’s degree in life science or equivalent experience, 5 years’ experience working with exotic animal husbandry at an accredited AZA institution or related facility, 3 years’ supervisory experience preferred. Applicants must demonstrate proven organizational skills with the ability to multi-task and meet deadlines, excellent oral and written communication, interpersonal and managerial skills, and an ability to successfully solve complex problems and serve as resource to others. All Phoenix Zoo employees are requires to pass pre-employment background checks including a drug test, this position also requires a valid driver’s license and clear annual TB testing.
Compensation and benefits
This full time, year-round exempt level position has an hourly wage of $17.41 – $19.59, DOE, and comes with our full benefits package that includes medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k) with company match, and generous paid time off.
Application instructions
To view a more complete description and list of requirements and to apply for this position, please visit the Phoenix Zoo job page at:
Résumés are not accepted for any Zoo position without an accompanying application. While postings may remain on outside sites for longer, once a job is removed from The Phoenix Zoo job page it is closed and we will no longer accept applications.
The Phoenix Zoo is an EEOE/ADA employer.