Overview
Animals In Action Wildlife Care Specialist, Behavior – Part Time Zoo Jobs in San Diego, California, USA at Association Of Zoos & Aquariums
Position: Â Animals In Action Wildlife Care Specialist, Behavior – Part Time – San Diego Zoo
HOW YOU WILL IMPACT OUR MISSION
The Wildlife Care Behavior Specialist 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
Set 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
Train a wide variety of wildlife for public appearances, wildlife walk-around programs, wildlife workshops, and school assemblies
Observe assigned wildlife regarding general appearance, health, and 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 provide information to the public regarding assigned wildlife
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR
JOB EXPERIENCE
One or more years of experience as a Wildlife Care Associate at San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance or a comparable organization.
EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATIONS
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 others in adiverseenvironment
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
Position Type:
Hourly Part-Time Non-Exempt Union Position – If selected, there will be fees and dues to be paid to the union.
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Title: Animals In Action Wildlife Care Specialist, Behavior – Part Time Zoo
Company: Association Of Zoos & Aquariums
Location: San Diego, California, USA
Category: Outdoor/Nature/Animal Care, Healthcare
