Facility
CuriOdyssey
Closing Date
[jobclosingdate]
Description
Position Overview
CuriOdyssey is looking for an energetic, motivated, team orientated person, open to a positively changing environment to fill the position of Programs Keeper. The incumbent assists with the care and maintenance of all living animals and delivers high quality, animal focused education programs. Some of the animals in the Living Collection include: River Otters, Bobcat, Fox, Ferret, Raccoons, Raptors, a variety of amphibians and snakes (including Northern Pacific Rattle snakes), Water birds and more. The Programs Keeper will assist in the supervision of the apprentice, interns and wildlife aids.
Job Responsibilities Include:
1. Participation in the maintenance of the Wildlife habitats, which includes servicing habitats and indoor holding areas, as well as preparing diets and feeding animal collection.
2. Participation in veterinary procedures and assists with emergency treatment of animals.
3. Participation with the development and implementation of enrichment, animal training and handling protocols.
4. Participation in building and grounds maintenance, including cleaning / repair of exhibits, equipment and pond cleaning.
5. Assisting with the maintenance and improvement of animal husbandry standards; minor renovations, and improvements within the department.
6. Meeting with supervisors weekly to address animal health, welfare, safety, and facility maintenance.
7. Training and supervision of keeper apprentice, interns and regular volunteers as requested by supervisors.
8. Showing handleable animals for informal encounters.
9. Writes, coordinates and delivers paid wildlife programming (Wildlife Presentations on site and off site)
10. Presenting information at scheduled animal feedings.
11. Interacting with museum visitors and offering information on exhibited animals.
12. Carrying out job-related tasks as requested by supervisor.
Education and Pre-requisites
Job Requirements:
1. High school diploma or GED.
2. Must be at least 18 years old
3. Applicants must be in good physical condition and able to lift and carry a minimum of 50 lbs.
4. A minimum of two years of captive animal experience, with 1 full year being from an AZA institution
5. A strong understanding of the methods, science, and practices of modern captive wild animal management including animal husbandry, basic animal training, and proper record keeping practices.
6. Experience presenting live animals to the public, including but not limited to Meet and Greets, Animal Shows and Classroom programs
7. A valid driver’s license and clean driving record
8. Applicants must be willing to work outside normal business hours including weekends and holidays.
9. Applicants must be willing to work in small spaces and in all weather conditions
10. Possession of or willingness to obtain (at CuriOdyssey’s expense) vaccinations for tetanus, hepatitis B and pre-exposure rabies series.
Preferred Qualities:
1. Outgoing, personable and able to relate and work with the public.
2. Reliable, flexible and energetic
3. Interest in wildlife and the environment
4. Interest in educating young children
5. Excellent written and verbal communication skills
6. A degree in biology, zoology, wildlife management or a related field is preferred.
Compensation and benefits
Salary range: $20.00 to $23.00 per hour with benefits
Application instructions
Applications due by March 25, 2016 – midnight
Interested parties may send resume with cover letter and 2 animal care references and at least 1 education/teaching reference to:
Nikii Finch-Morales
Director of Wildlife
CuriOdyssey
1651 Coyote Point Drive
San Mateo, CA 94401
Nikiifm(at)curiodyssey.org
Please make it clear in the cover letter (and subject line if by email) that you are applying for the Program Keeper position. Only applicants currently residing in the US or those that already have work visas in place may apply. Applicants are thanked in advance, and only individuals selected for interviews will be contacted.