Facility
San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance
Closing Date
[jobclosingdate]
Description
HOW YOU WILL IMPACT OUR MISSION
The Wildlife Care Specialist will support San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance’s mission of saving species worldwide by overseeing all aspects of the safe care and handling of an assigned animal collection. This position reports to the Lead or Supervisor.
WHAT YOU WILL DO
Prepares food and water to feed wildlife
Loads and unloads food from trucks
Administers prescribed medication and keeps feeding records
Observes assigned wildlife
Reports abnormal conditions to superiors
Cleans habitat areas, pools, wildlife sleeping areas and service areas
Cleans and disinfects utensils, work tools and containers
Provides species-appropriate enrichment to assigned wildlife
Maintains appropriate health and behavior records on assigned wildlife
Responds to questions from the public concerning habitats
Provides habitat security
Participates in capturing, incapacitating and moving wildlife
Participates in and supports animal training programs
Assists medical staff in treating wildlife
Performs minor or routine maintenance on habitat enclosures
Reports maintenance needs
Operates a variety of light and medium equipment
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR
These openings are specific to Butterfly Jungle. They are short-term positions that will start on February 21st, 2022, and end on May 16th, 2022. Candidates must be able to handle butterflies and pupae. Work shifts will involve interpreting habitat animals, props, bio facts, and other educational materials to the general public visiting these areas. Able to interact successfully with a wide range of ages and audience types. Must be at least 18 years of age.
JOB EXPERIENCE
1-2 years of work experience in a Zoo or similar AZA accredited facility
Biological sciences and teaching experience in an informal environment
EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATIONS
12 to 16 college credit hours in zoology, animal biology or animal husbandry
Current valid California Driver’s License in good standing
SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE
Wildlife behavior
Wildlife biology and zoology
Care, feeding and handling of wildlife
Safety practices around wild animals
Techniques for restraining or capturing wild animals
Public Speaking
Deal tactfully and courteously with others
Adhere to the organization’s policies, procedures and regulations
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
Duration: Union Hourly Non-Exempt Temporary Position – If selected, there will be union fees and dues to be paid to the Union
Hourly Rate $23.57
THIS EMPLOYER PARTICIPATES IN E-VERIFY
SAN DIEGO ZOO WILDLIFE ALLIANCE IS A DRUG FREE WORKPLACE
SAN DIEGO ZOO WILDLIFE ALLIANCE IS AN EEO/AA/DISABILITY/PROTECTED VETERAN EMPLOYER
At San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance, we thrive on celebrating our differences. Diversity is vital for the benefit of our employees, our guests, our community, and our wildlife.
SDZWA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. SDZWA will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin or ethnicity, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, marital status, parental status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
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.
Be an ally for wildlife by joining our team!
Education and Pre-requisites
Not specified.
Compensation and benefits
Not specified.
Application instructions
Apply directly through SDZWA website:
https://us61e2.dayforcehcm.com/CandidatePortal/en-US/sdzwa/Posting/View/7184