Wildlife Care Associate

Facility

San Diego Zoo Safari Park

Closing Date

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Description

San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance is a nonprofit international conservation leader, committed to inspiring a passion for nature and creating a world where all life thrives. Empowering people from around the globe to support our mission to conserve wildlife through innovation and partnerships, we support cutting-edge conservation, and bring the stories of our work back to our two world-famous front doors — the San Diego Zoo and San Diego Zoo Safari Park — giving millions of guests, in person and virtually, the opportunity to experience conservation in action. The deep and extensive knowledge gained from more than a century of experience in wildlife care, health, veterinary services, nutrition and conservation makes us invaluable in the global effort to save species. Our team members play a crucial role in driving our conservation efforts forward and bringing us closer to a world where all life thrives.

HOW YOU WILL IMPACT OUR MISSION
The Wildlife Care Associate will support San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance’s mission of saving species worldwide by handling trained wildlife used in visitor presentations, public contact and educational programs. This position reports to a Wildlife Care Supervisor/Manager.

WHAT YOU WILL DO
Handles trained wildlife
Reinforces trained behavior
Transports wildlife from compound areas to show areas
Provides public with information and answers questions regarding wildlife
Feeds and cares for assigned wildlife
Cleans and maintains animal compound areas
Exercises wildlife
Provides general grooming of wildlife
Prepares and feeds wildlife
Keeps feeding records
Administers prescribed medication and nutritional supplements
Maintains logs and records concerning animal health and care
Observes wildlife

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR
Ambassador experience and public speaking/presentation experience is highly preferred.

JOB EXPERIENCE
1 – 2 years of work experience in a Zoo or similar environment where appropriate knowledge and skills in wildlife care could be acquired.

EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATIONS
Bachelor’s Degree in Zoology, Animal Science, Animal Management, or other related field preferred.
Current valid California Driver’s License in good standing.

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE
Wildlife behavior
Care, feeding and handling of wildlife
Safety practices around wildlife
Wildlife biology; zoology
Learn the handling and control of a variety of trained wildlife
Discriminate differences in animal vocalizations
Deal tactfully and courteously with the public
Keep simple records
Effectively communicate (verbal and written)
Operate motorized equipment and vehicles

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
Location: Escondido, CA
Position Type: Hourly Full-Time Non-Exempt Union Position – If selected there will be union fees and dues to be paid to the Union
Hourly wage: $22.14
Be an ally for wildlife by joining our team!

At San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance, we thrive on celebrating our differences. Diversity is vital for the benefit of our team members, our guests, our community, and our wildlife.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.

If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete an application, please email your request to sdzwacareers@sdzwa.org and provide the job title and location to which you are applying.

As a Federal Contractor, San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance is required to participate in the E-Verify Program to confirm eligibility to work in the United States.

San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance is a drug free workplace

Education and Pre-requisites

Not specified.

Compensation and benefits