Carnivore Keeper

Atlanta-Fulton County Zoo Inc•Atlanta, GA

just now•$18 - $26•Onsite

About The Position

Zoo Atlanta's Carnivore Department is seeking a Keeper I, II, or III (based on experience) to be responsible for animal welfare and husbandry, including training and enrichment. The role also involves habitat, holding area, and public area maintenance. The department currently houses a variety of carnivores including African lions, Sumatran tigers, giant river otters, binturong, sun bears, red panda, and naked mole rats, with potential for future species additions. This position is full-time and reports to Lead Keepers and Curatorial Staff.

Requirements

Experience with operant conditioning and enrichment techniques is required.
Ability to demonstrate focus, follow written verbal instructions, effectively promote organization, manage stress to perform the job effectively, remember details, manage time effectively, apply critical thinking techniques, analyze, and solve problems.
Demonstrate computer proficiency to complete the functions of this position.
Must be able to use light power tools after suitable training.
Prior carnivore experience and/or related exotic animal care experience is required.
Must obtain and maintain a valid Georgia driver’s license with a safe driving record.

Nice To Haves

Paid experience at an AZA accredited facility is preferred (for Keeper I).
Paid experience at an AZA accredited facility is preferred (for Keeper II).
Paid experience at an AZA accredited facility is greatly preferred (for Keeper III).

Responsibilities

Support Zoo Atlanta’s strategic plan, mission, and values, and work with all zoo staff to support these plans.
Maintain a high-performance level of excellent animal care.
Participate in and support collaborative efforts pertaining to the care of the collection including training, enrichment, research, and education.
Complete behavioral management training provided by Zoo Atlanta and utilize operant conditioning and enrichment techniques.
Complete animal welfare training provided by Zoo Atlanta, participate in animal welfare assessments, and contribute to follow-through on animal welfare action items when necessary.
Effectively monitor health and behavior of the animal collection and communicate changes to supervisor and veterinary staff.
Oversee administration of medications as applicable.
Actively support and implement area policies, procedures, and protocols to ensure the highest standards of care for the collection and the safety of staff and guests.
Maintain the highest level of safety in the work area through implementation of safety protocols and procedures.
Use positive interpersonal skills to form and maintain professional relationships within the work environment.
Maintain a high-performance level of guest interactions including scheduled on ground talks.
Takes action to advance and promote department function and productively motivates others to do the same.
Communicate effectively with supervisory staff and co-workers both written and orally.
Write daily reports, logs, animal records, and other records as assigned and serves as a resource for effective record keeping.
Coordinate and supervise activities of interns and volunteers.
Actively assist others in expanding and developing their job knowledge.
Work independently.
Responsible for special projects, procedures, and goals set forth by the area managers.
Meet challenges with a solution-oriented approach.
Be dependable and reliable: be timely, be responsive, be organized, meet deadlines, take responsibility, and help other zoo staff as needed.
Promote communication and information sharing between the zoological community.
Strive to decrease our environmental footprint to serve as models to our patrons to do the same through education and example.
Work flexible hours, weekends, and holidays.
Perform other reasonably related duties as assigned by management.