Facility
Virginia Safari Park
Closing Date
[jobclosingdate]
Description
Virginia Safari Park, a 180-acre drive-through zoo and breeding center, is expanding and searching for additional keepers under new management and new staffing models. We maintain an inventory of 1000+ specimens comprised of large groups of hoofed stock as well as a “Safari Village” comprised of primates, carnivores, a walk-through aviary, reptiles, a petting area, and more.
We currently have full-time openings available in the village section. These positions require excellent observation skills and a strong work ethic. All keepers will be responsible for the daily care of the animals. Full-time keepers are required to maintain their animal records and assist in breeding programs. We are looking for people with solid prior experience. Experience can be substituted for a degree.
Education and Pre-requisites
• Hoof stock experience.
• A Bachelor’s Degree in science, Animal Science/Biology preferred
• A strong work ethic, good physical condition, and a willingness to learn
• Must adhere to our strict personal appearance requirements
• Maintain a non-smoking work environment
• Have the ability to work in all weather conditions
• Experience in using or willing to learn to use trucks, tractors, weed eaters, and other types of machinery
• Minimum of 6 months paid animal care
• Valid Driver’s license
• Must be able to work weekends and holidays
• Must be able to lift a minimum of 50lbs
Compensation and benefits
• Competitive salary
• Health Insurance, including vision and dental
• Paid sick time
• Paid vacation
• 401K
• Bonuses
Application instructions
Please send your cover letter and resume to:
Mark Haddad
Assistant Director
General Curator
Virginia Safari Park
229 Safari Lane
Natural Bridge, VA 24578
Curator@virginiasafaripark.com
(540) 291-3205 ext. 108