Animal Ark Wildlife Sanctuary · Nationwide / location varies · full-time · posted today
Area Supervisor Job Description Status: Full time, Non-Exempt, Hourly Pay Rate: $19 Duties and Responsibilities (in addition to Animal Care) · Manage the animal welfare of assigned animal string. · Ensure that the staff follow the Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for your assigned string. · Mentor and train new keepers in your assigned string. · Maintain a professional relationship, without bias, with all staff members. · Course correct animal care deficiencies in your string through professional communication and insight forms. · Bring diet recommendations, medical concerns and enclosure maintenance concerns to the curator. · Be able to give and receive constructive criticism in a professional manner. · Set the example for keepers in communication and animal care. · Be an active participant and driving force in building and maintaining team camaraderie and morale. · Commit to developing professional skills by setting goals and seeking feedback. · Conduct training for new hires on animal care procedures and safety protocols and offer ongoing training and development for team members. · Provide guidance, support, and performance feedback to team members while maintaining confidentiality and upholding standards and values Qualifications · Must be a minimum of 18 years old · Have a bachelor’s degree or higher or have two years of paid animal experience · Have a minimum of two years of experience with the animals in the designated string · A valid driver’s license · Ability to work a flexible schedule which may include weekends and holidays · Strong communication and customer service skills · Team oriented with the ability to work independently · Have good time management skills · Be self-motivated · Be able to handle stressful situations in a calm, professional manner Physical Requirements · Ability to lift, push, pull 50 pounds · Capable of working in all weather conditions Benefits · 10 days of paid vacation (80 hrs.) · 3 days of paid sick leave · $100 medical stipend if on another insurance plan OR Animal Ark contributes 50% of the city health insurance plan premium
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