Facility
OC Zoo (County of Orange)
Closing Date
[jobclosingdate]
Description
OPEN TO THE PUBLIC
This recruitment is being held to establish an open eligible list to fill current and future Parks Animal Keeper positions throughout the County of Orange. Qualified candidates will be added to the Eligible List on an ongoing basis. This recruitment may also be used to fill positions in similar and/or lower level classification.
THE OPPORTUNITY:
The County of Orange OC Zoo is seeking qualified candidates who are committed, caring, self-motivated, team player, excellent communicator with strong customer service skills, and have a genuine desire to work with exotic animals. If this sounds like you, come join our team!
OC Parks has a current vacancy in the OC Zoo for a Parks Animal Keeper. The Parks Animal Keeper will work under the direction of the Zoo Curator and Zoo Director. These are professional positions, which require experience with, and knowledge of, exotic animals. The Parks Animal Keeper must complete daily tasks in a timely fashion with minimal supervision once trained, keep good daily records, and be proficient at observing animals. The OC Zoo staff members are committed to providing a high quality operation of animal care and a pleasant visitor experience; and will perform but not limited to the following duties:
–Observe and carry out all basic aspects of the daily care of the animals
–Report any observed health or behavioral abnormalities
–Follow all approved operation procedures listed in string duty assignments
–Maintain behavioral enrichment programs for your assigned animals
–Maintain a professional and positive working attitude in all aspects of daily work
–Participate and develop programs focused on enhancing the guest experience
–Give presentations to the general public and engage with park visitors by discussing animal natural history, natural habitats, status of animals in the wild, care and feeding of animals, and other topics of interest
–Prepares daily records and logs and maintain monthly reports
–Cleans, maintains and makes minor repairs to zoo grounds and structures
–Inspects and maintain public walks, paths, zoo grounds, plants and animal enclosures
–Reviews appropriate literature to maintain up-to-date knowledge of animal care techniques
Education and Pre-requisites
The ideal candidates will have one year of related experience working with operant conditioning, animal enrichment, either at a private/public zoo, or wildlife breeding facility including experience with exotic animal husbandry. (Exotic animals are any species that are not domestic such as common pets or farm animals.) A bachelor’s degree in a natural science or related field is preferred, although experience may be given preference.
To view entire job description and requirements please visit our job page: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/oc/default.cfm
Compensation and benefits
The County offers a competitive benefits package which includes a choice of several health plans, annual leave (includes paid vacation) and paid holidays. Additionally, the County provides a retirement plan, which has reciprocity with the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS). Participation in a deferred compensation plan is available. The County also offers $3,000 annual Educational and Professional Reimbursement.
Application instructions
This recruitment will remain open on a continuous basis until the needs of the County have been met. Please be advised this recruitment may close at any time. It is recommended that interested candidates apply immediately.
Only online applications with completed supplemental questions will be accepted and evaluated. Attachments will not be accepted during the application process. To apply please visit the County of Orange job page: www.ocgov.com/jobs