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The Kansas City Zoo & Aquarium is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Animal Care Specialist to join our team. As a key member of our Animal Care Team, you will be responsible for the daily care and welfare of animals within our zoo and aquarium. This includes performing routine animal husbandry activities, such as preparing diets and delivering animal feedings, administering medications, and observing and reporting animal behavior and health issues. You will also be responsible for completing daily maintenance of exhibits and holding areas, including cleaning habitats, performing minor repairs, and reporting maintenance issues. Additionally, you will interact with zoo and aquarium guests, providing animal chats and presentations, and answering questions about the zoo and aquarium and its animals.
Key Responsibilities:
Performs daily animal husbandry activities, including preparing diets and delivering animal feedings, administering medications, and observing and reporting animal behavior and health issues.
Completes daily maintenance of exhibits and holding areas, including cleaning habitats, performing minor repairs, and reporting maintenance issues.
Interacts with zoo and aquarium guests, providing animal chats and presentations, and answering questions about the zoo and aquarium and its animals.
Requirements:
Bachelor's degree in biology, animal science, zoology, or related field preferred.
Previous hands-on experience with the care and management of similar species strongly preferred.
Knowledge of animal husbandry, behavior, procedures for proper care, and training of exotic animals.
Strong observational skills to recognize and evaluate conditions of animal health, diets, and behavior.
Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office, required.
Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions, including procedures for care and maintenance of animals, habitats, service and holding areas.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Must have valid driver's license.
Must have or be able to obtain negative TB test.
Must be able to lift 50 pounds and have sufficient mobility to ensure a safe work environment.
Must be able to stand for extended periods of time.
Must be able to manage stress, endure high risk situations when feeding, transferring, or restraining animals, and make immediate decisions concerning the safety of animals, staff, or the public.
Must be able to work a flexible schedule, including weekends, holidays, and evening hours, in all weather extremes.
Must pass a background and drug screening.
Working Conditions:
The Animal Care Specialist will work in a fast-paced environment with a variety of animals, including domestic hoofstock, amphibians, non-venomous snakes, American alligators, small primates, two-toed sloth, macaws, and kookaburras. The position requires the ability to work at heights, in confined spaces, and in all weather conditions. The Animal Care Specialist must be able to lift 50 pounds and have sufficient mobility to ensure a safe work environment.
What We Offer:
The Kansas City Zoo & Aquarium offers a competitive salary and benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) matching, and paid time off. We also offer opportunities for professional growth and development, including training and education programs.
How to Apply:
To apply for this exciting opportunity, please submit your resume and cover letter to [insert contact information]. We look forward to hearing from you
