Overview
Seasonal Zoo Education Keeper Jobs in Cape May Court House, New Jersey, USA at Association Of Zoos & Aquariums
Location: Cape May Court House
Cape May County Zoo Seasonal Zoo
Education
Keeper
The Cape May County ZooEducationDepartment is accepting applications for 6-Month Seasonal ZooEducationKeepers. We are seeking a motivated individual with a passion foreducationand an upbeat personality. Under the supervision of theEducationSupervisor, the ZooEducationKeeper will work alongside theeducationstaff to conduct programs, facilitate animal encounters, guide tour groups through the zoo, and assist with outreach initiatives.
This position also involves daily animal husbandry and care for ambassador animals, creating and implementing animal-safe enrichment, performing basic habitat maintenance, administering medical treatments under the direction of veterinary staff, and ensuring safe disinfecting practices.
Experience
Required:
Bachelor’s Degree in Zoology, Wildlife Biology, ConservationEducation, Zoo Science,Education, or related field.
Animal care experience, preferably at an AZA facility.
Excellent public speaking,communication skills, creative thinking, and originality.
Ability to handle and present ambassador animals in a safe, dignified manner.
Ability to work 40 hours per week, including weekends and holidays.
Ability to work outside in all weather conditions and can lift at least 50 pounds.
Must possess a valid driver’s license.
Preference will be given to Cape May County residents.
All applicants must be at least 18 years old and pass a drug and background check prior to employment. Due to the nature of this position, you must have a flexible schedule.
How to Apply
Please email application and resume with the Subject Line “Seasonal ZooEducationKeeper” to:
or print and mail to:
Cape May County Park & Zoo
4 Moore Rd.
– DN 801
Cape May Court House NJ, 08210
Phone:
#J-18808-Ljbffr
Title: Seasonal Zoo Education Keeper
Company: Association Of Zoos & Aquariums
Location: Cape May Court House, New Jersey, USA
Category: Education / Teaching, Outdoor/Nature/Animal Care
