Job Postings

Louisiana Pine Snake Specialist

Facility

Ellen Trout Zoo

Closing Date
October 31, 2020
Description

A great opportunity has opened up for an enthusiastic person to come in and actively participate in helping to save the endangered Louisiana Pine Snake from extinction. The struggle is underway to ensure the species’ survival and this position plays a key role in this zoo’s efforts. The Ellen Trout Zoo, with close ties to the species’ former range here in Angelina County, holds a strong commitment to this endeavor.
Our participation in this conservation effort includes partnering with other zoos, via a Species Survival Program (SSP), and with various government agencies for the benefit of this endangered species. The program is working to manage an assurance population for the future and allows for individuals to be released into suitable habitat. The successful candidate will be responsible for the care of a large population of Louisiana Pine Snakes here at the zoo as part of our team.

Duties include:
Responsible for the overall daily care of Louisiana Pine Snakes, collections, enclosures and support facilities in order to promote animal well-being, animal propagation, conservation and safety.
• Prepares diets, feeds, water and medicates Louisiana Pine Snakes
• Cleans, disinfects, inspects, maintains and repairs enclosures and work areas
• Provides proper environmental conditions for animals in enclosures
• Egg incubation and management
• Ability to maintain accurate records and write meaningful reports, using proper spelling and grammar, from accumulated data
• Ability to work independently and use initiative in day to day work
• Ability to communicate effectively and read, understand and follow written and oral instructions
• Be flexible and adaptable to working within the framework of a small zoo
• Have a respect for animals with a professional attitude about the work
• Work as a team member for the benefit of the animals

Education and Pre-requisites

Requirements:
• Strong interest in herpetology, some academic training preferred
• Experience working with reptiles particularly snakes
• Valid Texas driver’s license at time of placement
• Requires standing, stooping, sitting, twisting, walking and lifting (minimum of 25-70 pounds)

Compensation and benefits

The position involves working on weekends and holidays. Starting salary is $10.70/hour. This position is non-exempt for overtime. Employees are required to contribute 7% (pre-tax) to the retirement fund through payroll deduction. Scheduled Work Hours: 40 Hours per week

Application instructions

To apply, download the application from http://cityoflufkin.com/hr/jobs.htm. The completed application should indicate Ellen Trout Zoo – La Pine Snake specialist in the position title blank. Mail resume, cover letter, and completed application to Human Resources Department at Lufkin City Hall, 300 E. Shepherd Suite 226, Lufkin, TX 75901 or fax to 936-633-0408. Candidates must be able to be present for onsite interviews.