Facility
RainForest Adventures
Closing Date
[jobclosingdate]
Description
We are seeking a person with animal husbandry experience in a zoological setting. The zoo collection includes small mammals (primates, prosimians), domestic hoof stock, birds, reptiles and amphibians with an emphasis on tropical species.
Collection is approx. 140 species, consisting of 600-650 animals.
Responsibilities include daily maintenance & feeding of the animal collection, as well as direct interaction with the general public.
Specialization in one specific area of animal husbandry is acceptable but the applicant will be required to maintain various species of zoo animals.
Experience in conducting educational zoo programs for both schools, and the general public is required.
Videos of your presentations may be submitted with the resume.
A review of our website at www.rfadventures.com will give potential applicants a feel for the facility and species they would be required to work with.
Education and Pre-requisites
Primate & prosimian experience preferred.
Five years+ experience in zoological facility.
Retail & or management experience desirable
Compensation and benefits
Varies with experience.
Position has significant growth potential for correct candidate to assume Lead Keeper status.
Application instructions
Please send resume to rainforest24@juno.com