Facility
SAN DIEGO ZOO
Closing Date
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Description
For the job classification sheet and more information please go to our career web site: www.sandiegozoo.org/jobs.
Education and Pre-requisites
Under general direction, works supervising and participating in the feeding and general care of elephants in PRT/protected contact training system. This position assists in the direction of a team of 4-8 keepers on a daily basis and is responsible for all aspects of the husbandry care and training for a group of geriatric elephants. Will also be responsible for the operant conditioning and maintenance of husbandry behaviors for this group of elephants. Leadership experience, excellent team work, organizational and communication skills are necessary. An example of experience would be 5 years working with elephants in a protected contact environment. A Bachelor degree in a scientific field or equivalent specialized training is preferred. Organizing and participating in interactive activities that improve the guest experience is required on a daily basis. Duties of this position may require the use of power tools and the operation of light and medium duty equipment such as bobcats and forklifts. Must have basic computer knowledge (Word, Excel and PowerPoint peferred). Applicants must be available any of the seven days of the week (including evenings and holidays), approximately 40 hours per week. A valid California Driver License is required.
Compensation and benefits
Union position with benefits. Hourly wage: $26.10 – $28.50
Application instructions
For more job information and to apply: www.sandiegozoo.org/jobs. Deadline, Thursday, March 19, 2015.