Job Postings

Wildlife Care Specialist, Behavior (Birds)

Facility

San Diego Zoo Safari Park

Closing Date
August 25, 2022
Description

HOW YOU WILL IMPACT OUR MISSION
The Wildlife Care Specialist Behavior will support San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance’s mission of saving species worldwide by training, handling and caring for wildlife used for public appearances and contact, such as educational programs. This position reports to a Wildlife Care Supervisor/Manager.

WHAT YOU WILL DO
Train wildlife in new behaviors and reinforce trained behaviors
Transport wildlife to exhibit or performances
Assist Wildlife Care Associates at performance
Sets up props, stages or other performance areas
Control wildlife to ensure public safety
Feed wildlife, keep feeding, medication and other records regarding wildlife care
Administer prescribed medication and nutritional supplements
Assist medical staff in treatment of wildlife
Conduct special tours
Gentle and train a wide variety of wildlife so that they may be used in public appearances, wildlife walk-around programs, wildlife workshops, school assemblies
Observe assigned wildlife with regard to general appearance, health, feeding habits
Clean and perform minor maintenance on wildlife habitats
May operate light and medium duty motorized equipment, such as trucks, skip loaders, water trucks and forklifts
Make informational presentations to the public
Answer questions and provides information to the public regarding assigned wildlife

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR
The knowledge of bird handling/training is required, experience with psittacines and raptors is preferred. Applicant must be available any of the seven days of the week, including evenings and holidays. Public speaking experience is preferred.

JOB EXPERIENCE
1 or more years of experience as a Wildlife Care Associate at San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance or comparable organization.

EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATIONS
Current valid California Driver’s license in good standing

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE
Wildlife behavior
Wildlife behavior modification
Care, feeding and handling of wildlife
Safety practices around wildlife
SDZWA policies, procedures and regulations regarding the care, handling and training of wildlife
Train and control wildlife
Discriminate differences in animal vocalizations
Monitor wildlife behavior
Keep simple records
Communicate and work effectively with others (verbal and written)
Deal tactfully and courteously with the others in a diverse environment
Respond to cautions from co-workers
Monitor wildlife behavior and appearance
Operate motorized equipment and vehicles
Competently perform the essential functions outlined above

SOME OF THE PERKS YOU WILL ENJOY AS A TEAM MEMBER
Free admission to the San Diego Zoo and the San Diego Zoo Safari Park
Family Passes
Complimentary Tickets
Local and In-House Discounts
Employee Assistance Program
Wellness Program

IMPORTANT DETAILS
Location: Escondido, CA
Position Type: Hourly, Full-Time, Non-Exempt, Union Position – If selected there will be union fees and dues to be paid to the union
Hourly Wage: $23.57

Be an ally for wildlife by joining our team!

At San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance, we thrive on celebrating our differences. Diversity is vital for the benefit of our team members, our guests, our community, and our wildlife.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.

If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete an application, please email your request to sdzwacareers@sdzwa.org and provide the job title and location to which you are applying.

As a Federal Contractor, San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance is required to participate in the E-Verify Program to confirm eligibility to work in the United States.

San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance is a drug free workplace

Education and Pre-requisites

Not specified.

Compensation and benefits

Not specified.

Application instructions

Please apply on our Careers website:
https://us62e2.dayforcehcm.com/CandidatePortal/en-US/sdzwa/Posting/View/9206