Animal Care Specialist

7 days ago

Naples, Florida, United States Naples Zoo Inc Full time
Job Summary

Naples Zoo Inc is seeking a highly skilled and dedicated Animal Care Professional to join our team. As a key member of our animal care team, you will be responsible for providing exceptional care and husbandry to our diverse animal collection.

Key Responsibilities
  • Advanced animal husbandry and care of assigned animals to maximize animal wellness
  • Observation of animal behavior to monitor health and wellbeing
  • Notification of any animal or safety concerns to the appropriate supervisor
  • Maintenance of records in accordance with protocols and as directed
  • Performance of area specific standard operating procedure and assistance with training staff/interns as requested
  • Compliance with and enforcement of any zoo wide safety protocols and procedures and bringing forth any potential hazards for staff, visitors and animals to the applicable supervisors/managers
  • Support of veterinary health needs as requested
  • Performance of animal handling and restraint as needed
  • Active training of approved specific animal behaviors for husbandry, management and veterinary procedures
  • Active participation in animal enrichment, including generation and implementation of new items and submission through the appropriate approval process
  • Response to emergencies as assigned
  • Knowledge of regulatory standards (USDA, FWC, AZA) and ability to recognize a concern and report it to the appropriate supervisor
  • Interaction with Zoo visitors in an engaging and professional manner; to include but not limited to, answering questions, conducting shows, keeper chats, and special tours
  • Support for education and conservation programming as needed
  • Assistance with special events and requests from marketing and development as needed
  • Performance of skilled assignments related to animal care and wellness and prioritization of routines and projects in accordance with sound time management and efficiency
  • Effective communication with co-workers, supervisor and other Zoo personnel
  • Active participation in area meetings
  • Assistance with project management as needed
Requirements
  • Associate or Bachelor's degree in an animal related field is preferred. Life experience may be substituted.
  • Minimum one-year paid experience in an AZA accredited institution or two-year paid experience in a non-AZA institution
  • Must be a positive, effective team member and be able to establish and maintain professional working relationships
  • Ability to work with people from diverse backgrounds, views and work styles
  • Ability to work both independently and as a team
  • Ability to adapt to rapidly changing environment and maintain a positive attitude during times of stress
  • Must be self-motivated and goal-oriented
  • Must have good written and oral communication skills
  • Must have knowledge of animal husbandry, animal welfare and operant conditioning
  • Must have the ability to work flexible hours, including weekdays, holidays and special events as needed
  • Must be able to organize/prioritize workload to meet deadlines
  • Ability to drive a vehicle and run small machinery
  • Must be able to think logically and solve problems accordingly
  • Must be able to communicate with guests in a kind courteous manner
  • Computer competency with Microsoft programs
  • Ability to learn Species 360/ZIMS data entry
Physical Requirements
  • Ability to work outside in weather conditions typical of South Florida
  • Employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 35 pounds and occasionally lift and/move up to 65 pounds, stand for long periods of time
  • Ability to drive Zoo bicycles
  • Ability to frequently use hands and fingers to handle, reach, feel and manipulate objects, tools or controls
  • Ability to sit, walk distances, climb, balance, stoop, bend, kneel and crouch
  • Ability for close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus
  • Ability to hear and talk and use a radio

The duties listed above are intended only as an illustration of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment of the position.

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Compliance

Naples Zoo is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The ADA requires Naples Zoo to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities. Prospective and current employees are encouraged to discuss ADA accommodations with the Human Resources Office.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Naples Zoo is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive company culture, and our team does not discriminate against candidates and employees because of their disability, sex, race, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, veteran status, or any other protected status under the law.

Employee Eligible Benefits & Employment Benefits

Medical, Dental & Vision Health Coverage

Company paid Life Insurance policy of $25,000

Supplemental insurance plans available (disability, GAP, accident, critical care)

403B Retirement and Investment Opportunities

Accrued Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement Program available

Holiday Premium Pay

Employee Referral Bonuses

Complimentary Zoo admission for employees and/or their families after 90 days of employment

Complimentary and discounted admissions to 100+ Florida theme parks for employee and/or their families

30% Employee Discount at Naples Zoo Gift Shop & Zoo cafes

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