Assistant Animal Keeper PT

Orlando Science Center. • Orlando, FL

2h • $0 - $16 • Onsite

About The Position

Assistant Animal Keepers are responsible for assisting Animal Keepers in the daily care of the animal collection within all areas of the LIFE exhibit. Assistant Animal Keepers will assist in conducting husbandry, enrichment and training sessions and will perform conservation-based keeper talks that include hands on live animal interactions with Orlando Science Center guests.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Equivalent of one year of experience in a zoo, aquarium, museum, park, or a similar facility including animal husbandry and public programming.
• Employee must be willing to obtain provided CPR and First Aid certification.
• Must be comfortable and willing to work in and around water.
• Must provide proof of negative tuberculosis (TB) screening within six months prior to employment and annually thereafter.
• Must be willing to maintain necessary vaccinations as required (rabies).

Nice To Haves

• Experience with a variety of taxa.
• Must be proficient in all Microsoft Office Software.
• Must be highly motivated, organized, and demonstrate a willingness to adapt positively to corporate change.
• Experience speaking in front of large, diverse audiences.

Responsibilities

• Prepares and feeds daily ration of frozen, fresh and dry commercial foods.
• Maintains exhibit aesthetics through regular cleaning of habitats and exhibits.
• Presents public programs with and without live animals to diverse groups on a microphone.
• Participates in departmental and special events both at the science center and off property.
• Represents the Orlando Science Center in a professional manner with all guests and staff.
• Proficient at opening and closing duties of the LIFE Exhibit.
• Monitors and observes animal’s health and welfare and reports any concerns to Animal Keepers.
• Maintain a variety of exhibits including aquatic habitats with life support systems.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED