Facility

Columbian Park Zoo / Lafayette, Indiana

Closing Date

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

HOURS:
Varies, includes days, evenings, weekends and holidays
SALARY:
$1,605.49 – $1,845.15 bi-weekly

Application instructions

The following position is available with the City of Lafayette, Indiana. If you are interested in being considered for this position, applications are ONLY available on-line (http://www.lafayette.in.gov/1042/Job-Postings)