San Diego Zoo Safari Park · California · posted today
HOW YOU WILL IMPACT OUR MISSION The Wildlife Care Associate will support San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance’s mission of saving species worldwide by handling trained wildlife used in visitor presentations, public contact, and educational programs. This position reports to a Wildlife Care Supervisor/Manager. WHAT YOU WILL DO Handles trained wildlife Reinforces trained behavior Transports wildlife from compound areas to show areas Provides public with information and answers questions regarding wildlife Feeds and cares for assigned wildlife Cleans and maintains animal compound areas Exercises wildlife Provides general grooming of wildlife Prepares and feeds wildlife Keeps feeding records Administers prescribed medication and nutritional supplements Maintains logs and records concerning animal health and care Observes wildlife WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR JOB EXPERIENCE One to two years of work experience in a Zoo or similar environment where appropriate knowledge and skills in wildlife care could be acquired. EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATIONS High School Diploma Required Current valid California Driver’s License in good standing. SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE Wildlife behavior Care, feeding and handling of wildlife Safety practices around wildlife Animal biology; zoology Learn the handling and control of a variety of trained wildlife Discriminate differences in animal vocalizations Deal tactfully and courteously with the public Keep simple records Effectively communicate (verbal and written) Operate motorized equipment and vehicles
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