Bachelors degree in wildlife management, zoology, animal behavior, biology, ecology, psychology or related field preferred.Maintain physical condition appropriate to the performance of assigned duties and responsibilities.Establish and maintain effective working relationships.Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.Understand and follow oral and written instructions.Work independently in the absence of immediate supervision.Proof of negative tuberculosis (TB) screening within previous six months prior to placement and annually thereafter.
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Valid driver license with acceptable motor vehicle record to maintain zoo standards of insurability.Must have one year of zoo keeping experience, elephant zoo keeping experience preferred.The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Understand and implement operant conditioning as it relates to the daily management of species under his/her care.Properly maintain exhibits, animal facilities, equipment and life support systems (as apply) as trained for specific positions.Assist in directing the proper restraint, crating, moving and uncrating of animals.Present keeper talks to park visitors and media as required.Respond to public inquiries in a courteous manner resolve complaints in an efficient and timely manner.Participate in and implement approved research projects.
Assist in the training of assigned animals guide animals through daily routines according to established training schedules and guidelines.Assist veterinarians in minor operations or related activity, administer prescribed medications, submit fecal samples and other duties as needed.Maintain adequate records on daily activities observe animal behavior for signs of illness, weight loss/gain or injury report any signs of illness or injury.Prepare diets for animals clean and maintain work area and food storage containers.Feed and water animals in and around existing quarters clean, sanitize, maintain and repair animal quarters as required shovel, rake, hose, sweep, dust and mop floors.The responsibility of this position is to maintain and care for elephants and other assigned species to assist veterinary staff as needed and to perform a variety of activities relative to the assigned area of responsibility.