Facility

Busch Gardens Tampa

Closing Date

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Description

Facilitate educational programming, special events and media and guest interpretation throughout the park utilizing animal ambassadors.
Care for a variety of animal species and behavioral & husbandry training for veterinary procedures, guest interactions and educational programming.
Educator role and animal ambassador handler for source-market media appearances
Animal support for the national media team
Interact with all levels of local and corporate team members as well as external guests.
Handle projects, duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Education and Pre-requisites

•Must be at least 18 years old; 21 years or older preferred
Must have completed a 4 year degree from an accredited college or university, or comparable work experience.
Minimum 2 years of animal husbandry and advanced animal training skills required.
Excellent communication and public speaking skills
Conservation-oriented with ability to provide outstanding guest service
Ability to work with and care for a variety of animal species (birds, reptiles, mammals, and invertebrates)
Ability to work 40 hours a week with flexible schedule, including overnights, weekends, holidays and some travel
Must be team-oriented and flexible; with a positive attitude and the ability and desire to work in a dynamic, stimulating environment
Hard-working, decisive, and able to handle multiple responsibilities in a fast paced environment
Good organizational skills with emphasis on detail and quality
Carpentry and exhibit maintenance skill preferred
Able to push, pull, lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
This position requires extensive walking, standing, and use of hands. Also includes bending and some overhead reaching
Ability to work in an outdoor environment: high heat, humidity, cold. As well as dusty and damp environments
Must have a valid Driver’s License, proof of insurance, and ability to meet Busch Gardens driving guidelines
Must have full knowledge of computers and be proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel and Power Point

Compensation and benefits

Salary: $13.24-$22.93
Position Type: Full Time (Non-Exempt)
Job ID: 1403
Reports To: Education Management
Relocation Provided: No
Recruiter: Dani Limbach

Application instructions

External candidates may apply at www.buschgardensjobs.com.