Facility
Busch Gardens Tampa
Closing Date
[jobclosingdate]
Description
Must be at least 18 years of age
College degree in Psychology, Zoology, Biology, or related field preferred
Carnivore or Great Ape husbandry background preferred
Hard-working, decisive, and able to handle multiple responsibilities
Must be team-oriented and flexible, with a positive attitude and the ability and desire to work
in a dynamic, stimulating environment
Self-disciplined, able to follow carefully honed interaction and safety guidelines
Career-oriented, responsible for your own advancement within our progressive career
ladder program
Robust communication skills: includes public speaking and guest relations, as well as
efficient communication with team members
Must be able to work at least 40 hours a week, and must be available to work a flexible
schedule to include evenings, weekends, and holidays
Candidate must be to lift/push/pull/carry 50 lbs. on frequent basis, perform activities
requiring bending at waist and reaching above shoulder, stooping, tasks involving simple
and complex hand grasping, occasional climbing (stairs/ladders), extensive walking and
standing and limited sedentary work. Work location is primarily outdoors, must be able to
work in Florida weather conditions: heat, humidity, cold, and precipitation as well as indoor
conditioned workspace
Experience will be evaluated to place candidate in appropriate career-ladder level, job title,
and pay rate
Education and Pre-requisites
Operant conditioning, utilizing creative, positive reinforcement in protected contact
environments
Provide physical stimulation and mental challenges for our animals as a member of our elite
animal husbandry professionals
Daily cleaning and maintenance of display area and state-of-the-art husbandry facilities
Husbandry training for veterinary and breeding program procedures
Active participation in behavioral research programs
Enthusiastically communicate with park guests the passion and pride of SEA’s animal
conservation programs
Daily record keeping
Compensation and benefits
Salary: $13.24 – $16.55
Position Type: Full Time
Reports To: Zoo Management
Relocation Provided: No
Recruiter: Dani Limbach
Application instructions
External candidates may apply at www.buschgardensjobs.com.