Facility
Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum
Closing Date
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Description
Located in Tucson Mountain Park, just outside of Saguaro National Park (West), the Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum is a world-renowned zoo, natural history museum and botanical garden. Exhibits recreate the natural landscape of the Sonoran Desert Region. Within the Museum grounds there are more than 300 animal species and 1,200 kinds of plants. There are almost 2 miles of paths traversing 21 acres of beautiful desert. The Desert Museum is accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) and is a member of the American Public Gardens Association and the American Association of Museums.
Position Summary:
The Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum’s department of Herpetology, Ichthyology and Invertebrate Zoology seeks an enthusiastic individual to join our team. The successful candidate will have strong knowledge and experience in husbandry specific to Reptiles (Venomous and Non-venomous). Working knowledge of Zoo record keeping software (ZIMS) is highly desirable. Basic knowledge of aquatic systems and husbandry specific to invertebrates is highly desirable. Comfort with presenting lectures to the public along with the ability to learn presentation skills and materials are desirable. Knowledge of the Sonoran Desert region is beneficial.
Education and Pre-requisites
The successful candidate is expected to continue to seek and acquire education/knowledge in several fields. Must be a quick learner and a self-starter, requiring little supervision. Must be team oriented and have a demonstrated history of being courteous, sensitive and respectful. An Associate’s degree or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school and at least two years’ work experience (preferably paid) in an AZA-accredited facility; or equivalent combination of education and experience required. Must be able to lift and carry 50 lbs. Must be able to work weekends and holidays as required.
Compensation and benefits
This is a Bargaining Unit position. Initial Step: $15.16/hour
Application instructions
Applications are accepted only for open positions and must be completed and submitted online. For a more detailed position description, and to apply, please go to our website: http://www.desertmuseum.org/about/jobs.php