Facility
Houston Zoo
Closing Date
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Description
The Houston Zoo is seeking a well-qualified individual with aviculture experience to join our Bird Department to be responsible for supporting the day-to-day operations associated with the husbandry of the animals and the maintenance of animal areas within the Bird Department.
Experience in captive management of a variety of bird species is desired. Artificial incubation and hand rearing experience desired.
Our Mission: Houston Zoo connects communities with animals, inspiring action to save wildlife.
Our Vision: Houston Zoo will be a leader in the global movement to save wildlife.
Job Duties and Responsibilities
• Carries out all aspects of the daily care of assigned animals including cleaning, feeding, exhibit maintenance, general upkeep of support facilities.
• Maintains clean and organized exhibits, equipment, and keeper areas.
• Maintains live exhibit plantings to enhance exhibit aesthetics and provide a comfortable environment for species; eliminates weeds and toxic plants from animal enclosures.
• In conjunction with the Zoo’s pest control officer, may assist in pest control through the use of exclusion or traps.
• Prepares and feeds appropriate diets as per established feeding practices and diet sheets.
• Administers prescribed medications, supplements, or treatments under the guidance of the veterinary and supervisory staff.
• Records and reports any abnormal species health or behavioral issues to the supervisor.
• All other duties as assigned.
Education and Pre-requisites
Education and Experience
• Associate’s degree or two years of college level education (60 semester credit hours) in zoology, biology, animal husbandry or a related field.
• A certificate of completion from an acceptable animal care program of not less than 30 semester hours may be substituted for 30 hours of college hours.
• One year of experience in animal care at an AZA or equivalent facility, gained through employment, internships, or volunteer experience.
• Experience with species in captivity, in a conservation setting.
• Experience with basic carpentry and mechanical skills.
• Must have or be able to obtain a valid Texas driver’s license.
Compensation and benefits
Medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage available.
401k plus + company match.
Free Houston Zoo membership.
Application instructions
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