Facility
Micke Grove Zoo (San Joaquin County, California)
Closing Date
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Description
Micke Grove Zoo in the California Central Valley is seeking an experienced Zookeeper to join its team to carry out the mission of the Zoo, ““Promoting the stewardship of nature through enjoyment, understanding and involvement”. Micke Grove Zoo is home to over 170 individual animals representing over 51 different species including mammals, reptiles, birds, amphibians and invertebrates representing six of the world’s seven continents. Many of our species are classified as endangered or threatened in the wild.
The Zookeeper (Animal Care Specialist) monitors and cares for living species in a zoo setting and does routine maintenance and enhancement of animal exhibits and support facilities.
Education and Pre-requisites
Education: Graduation from a four-year accredited college or university with major coursework in biology, zoology, wildlife management, wildlife ecology, animal behavior, or a closely related field.
Experience: One year paid experience caring for zoo animals and/or exotic species in a zoo or similar setting.
Substitution: Additional qualifying paid experience caring for zoo animals and/or exotic species in a zoo or similar setting may be substituted for education on a year for year basis.
Compensation and benefits
$3,396.32 – $4,128.25/month (Approx. $40,756 – $49,539/year)
Application instructions
To complete an application, and for a full description of the position, compensation and benefits, please visit https://jobapscloud.com/SJQ/sup/BulPreview.asp?R1=0821&R2=RA0705&R3=01&Viewer=Admin&Test=Y.