Facility
Summerfield Zoo
Closing Date
[jobclosingdate]
Description
This full time, non seasonal zookeeper position includes rotation through animal care of a large variety of species of mammals, birds, and reptiles – ranging from hyenas, wolves, alligators, otters, reindeer, sloths and zebra. Animal care includes diet preparation and feeding, inspecting habitats, cleaning habitats, maintaining habitats, and animal enrichment.
This position may include giving tours, animal shows, etc.
Applicant must dedicated to all aspects of animal and must be able to work well with others.
Facility has outdoor and indoor habitats. Applicant must be willing to work outdoors and indoors year round.
Applicant must be able to work weekends and holidays as assigned.
Education and Pre-requisites
Minimum of 1 year experience in animal care.
Must be capable of the physical requirements to work in a zoo setting (ie. lift 50 lbs, work indoors and outdoors, etc).
Must be able to work with and without direct supervision.
Must be able to follow written and oral directions.
Compensation and benefits
Starting pay and benefits based on experience.
Application instructions
Email cover letter, resume and references to Summerfieldfarmandzoo@aol.com with e-mail titled “Zookeeper Position”.