Facility
Loveland Living Planet Aquarium
Closing Date
[jobclosingdate]
Description
he Living Planet Aquarium is currently seeking candidates with a background in bird and/or small mammal care. The position requires a dedicated individual who will take direction from the Assistant Curator, Curator and/or Director of Husbandry in carrying out the operations of the mammal, reptile and bird exhibits of the aquarium. This includes all aspects of animal welfare, exhibit maintenance and off exhibit management areas. The position will participate in and assist with the development of the mammal, reptile and bird training programs, which will consist of behavioral demonstrations presented to the public on a scheduled basis. The position will also be responsible for maintaining organized written records pertaining to health, feeding, water quality and behavioral observations.
Education and Pre-requisites
Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Zoology, Biology or related field, or two years of experience working with animals in a zoo or aquarium
General knowledge of all animal phylum and their characteristics and habits
Must have good written and oral communication skills
Ability to work a flexible schedule, which will include weekends, evenings, and holidays
Provides for the needs of all animals related to the bird, mammal and reptile collection by doing exhibit cleaning and holding system maintenance, diet preparation, feeding, and enrichment
Maintains records pertaining to feeding, exhibit conditions, water quality analysis, behavioral observations, training activities, enrichment and medical procedures
Maintains exhibit quality standards through regular maintenance and cleaning activities
Cooperates with veterinarian and staff for animal health issues, treatments, and veterinary procedures, transfers and crating
Acts as a resource for Husbandry or Aquarium team members
Participate in Aquarium related education, public relations and membership programs including facility tours, presentations and lectures
At the direction of supervisors, interact with and respond to public/media requests for information
Prepares and continually enhances animal areas for aesthetic, reproductive needs, behavior, and animal safety
Performs other duties as assigned
Compensation and benefits
$15.14/hr
Application instructions
Apply here: https://recruiting2.ultipro.com/LOV1003LOVE/JobBoard/7e157ff7-c269-41d4-8df6-d1b79c519d18/Opportunity/OpportunityDetail?opportunityId=5c32aec6-9ac1-4121-ba7e-175385b77470