Facility
Lake Geneva Animal Gardens
Closing Date
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Description
Organization: Lake Geneva Animal Gardens and Petting Zoo
Location: Lake Geneva, Wisconsin
Job: Zookeeper – Petting Zoo Manager
This is a unique hands-on experience caring for all types of exotic animals.
We currently have an opening for a full time Zookeeper, caring for 23 species of mammals, and birds. You will be working and caring for a variety of animals. Emu, camel, foxes, goats, bobcats, wolves, porcupines, skunks, micro pigs, donkeys, deer, llamas, foxes, possum, lemurs, monkey and additional species! Feed animals, inspect exhibits and enclosures; prepare daily zoo keeper reports, and notes on any changes in behavior, diet, sickness, reproductive status and body condition.
Public contact and tours are a major portion of this Zoo Director position. Must be a dedicated individual with knowledge of all aspects of animal care. This position reports directly to the owner. Must be able to work as a team, while supervising staff members. You will be providing overall care and seeing to the well-being of all the animals. Clean, disinfect and maintain all enclosures. Knowledge of U.S.D.A. requirements a plus. Must have good oral and written communications. Creating an informative animal presentation to be given to our guests.
Work is performed both inside and out all year round. Must be able to work weekends and holiday as assigned. Work involves physical activity associated with working with and around animals. Requires a valid drivers’ license. Experience in Zoo Animal Technology or an equivalent combination of training and experience is preferred.
Merger with individual currently operating a petting zoo would be a consideration. Minimum background in management of 1 year. Salary plus housing.
Email resume: info@animalgardens.com
Or call 262-728-8200
Education and Pre-requisites
At least one year of management
Compensation and benefits
Salary negotiable – on-site housing if needed.
Application instructions
Email resume and photo