Exhibits Specialist

Maryland Zoo•Baltimore, MD

8d•Onsite

About The Position

Under the supervision of the Director of Animal Facilities, the Exhibits Specialist provides day-to-day monitoring, repairs and preventive maintenance of all animal exhibit/holding/service area features, e.g. rock work, pools, hot wire systems, exhibit furniture, plant material, animal enrichment, and animal caging. Additionally, the Exhibits Specialist will support the Zoo’s mission to save wildlife and protect wild places and contribute to its environmental, social, governance sustainability, conservation, education, and DEAI (Diversity, Equity, Accessibility, and Inclusion) goals.

Requirements

High school degree required
Two to three years of experience working in an exhibits/horticultural program at an AZA accredited zoo or aquarium or related experience in art, horticulture or mechanical field
Valid driver’s license
Experience using heavy construction equipment
Fabrication experience
Proficiency with welding, carpentry and concrete construction
Proficiency with landscaping, pruning, and plant identification
Working knowledge of industry and government safety standards

Nice To Haves

AA or bachelor’s degree in art, science, horticulture or mechanics is desirable
Ability to work with a wide variety of individuals from ethnic, cultural and economic backgrounds
Extremely well-organized
Excellent customer service skills for internal customers
Self-directed, collaborative and detail-oriented

Responsibilities

Assist Horticulture department with landscaping and planting projects, as required
Provide seasonal assistance with landscaping needs and pruning in and around animal exhibits
Provide repair and maintenance of barriers, caging and fences in and around animal habitats
Install and maintain hot wire systems in animal exhibits
Move, maintain and grade substrate to meet animal department needs
Advise and assist with installation of new plant material in exhibits
Develop a schedule of preventative maintenance for all animal habitats
Maintain a current inventory of exhibit construction materials and SDS information
Assist with the storage of chemicals per OSHA requirements
Service and maintain department equipment, including power tools and yard equipment
Provide training for animal staff on safe operation of department tools and equipment
Assist Facilities contractor with maintenance and construction projects, as required
Provide construction services in the renovation of existing exhibits or exhibit features
Provide construction services to assist in preparing new habitats for animal and staff use
Maintain certification on power equipment such as skid steers and back hoes
Assist with pest control measures and wild animal exclusion in and around animal habitats
Advise Animal department management on current and new industry safety standards
Assist with snow and ice removal and storm clean up, as required
Available on call for nights and weekends, as required
Perform other duties, as assigned
Adhere to all policies and procedures of the Zoo
Actively collaborate with all areas of the Zoo to ensure that exhibit management practices are to the highest standards
Represent the Zoo to guests, media, donors, zoo community associates, and the general public
Answer the public's questions concerning exhibit management
Actively collaborate with the other departments to ensure that exhibit features in public areas are maintained in good repair
Attend area, department and All Staff meetings as required
Coordinate exhibit management activities with animal department staff
Recommend, schedule and perform preventative maintenance services for all animal exhibits
Provide repair/ maintenance service for animal enrichment devices, fences, gates, plant material (in cooperation with the Horticulture Department), rock work, hotwire systems, exhibit barriers and exhibit substrates