Facility
Catoctin Wildlife Preserve and Zoo
Closing Date
[jobclosingdate]
Description
This position will work with a wide variety of Mammals and Birds.
Job duties consist of but are not limited to;
1. Daily inspections of animals and documentation.
2. Preparation of food for animals including butchering and processing of meat and daily administration of vitamin supplements.
3. Cleaning of exhibits and food prep areas.
4. Operant conditioning of the animals and behavioral enrichment.
5. Educational Tours, Keeper Talks, traveling exhibits.
6. Handling of animals, crating animals for transport and participation with the Emergency Response Team.
7. Assist with veterinary care and baby raising as needed.
8. Assist with building and erecting of new exhibits and reconstruction and repair of existing exhibits and buildings.
9. Maintenance of grounds in and around exhibits.
Education and Pre-requisites
1. BS degree in Biology/Zoology or related field or equivalent education, experience, and training.
2. MINIMUM 1 Year Previous full-time experience in a zoological institution and ability to work in a harmonious manner with staff, volunteers, and supervisors.
3. Must be able to do some heavy lifting of at least 50 pounds.
4. Must be able to work in unfavorable weather conditions including rain, snow, extreme heat, and freezing temperatures.
5. Must have a positive attitude, a good work ethic and arrive to work on time and work late if necessary.
6. Must be able to follow instructions and required policies and procedures.
7. Must be honest, trustworthy and organized and be passionate about working with animals.
8. Must have valid driver’s license and social security card or Work Visa.
9. One [1] letter of reference/recommendation.
10. Up to date vaccinations including for Tetanus and be TB Negative.
Compensation and benefits
Not specified.
Application instructions
Please send resume to mlawrence@cwpzoo.com