Facility
Columbian Park Zoo
Closing Date
[jobclosingdate]
Description
Serves as Full-time Zookeeper for the Columbian Park Zoo, responsible for providing care and maintenance of Zoo’s animal collection.
Education and Pre-requisites
Degree in Biology or related field and previous supervisory experience with animals in a zoological setting is preferred. Ability to physically clean/feed/restrain a variety of exotic animals. Ability to monitor animals for signs of illness or disease. Ability to apply effective leadership methods while training and mentoring subordinates in a team-setting. Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing. Ability to utilize critical decision-making skills in response to urgent situations. Ability to engage with visitors and provide quality customer service. Ability to regularly work weekend and holiday hours. Must possess valid driver’s license and demonstrated safe driving record.
Compensation and benefits
$1,787.75 bi-weekly, paid vacations based on seniority.
Insurance available through the City of Lafayette provider.
Application instructions
Apply online through the City of Lafayette, Indiana hiring page:
http://www.lafayette.in.gov/1042/Job-Postings