Reptiles Aquatic Lead Wildlife Care Specialist - Full Time - San Diego Zoo

San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance•San Diego, CA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance is a nonprofit international conservation leader, committed to inspiring a passion for nature and creating a world where all life thrives. Empowering people from around the globe to support our mission to conserve wildlife through innovation and partnerships, we support cutting-edge conservation, and bring the stories of our work back to our two world-famous front doors — the San Diego Zoo and San Diego Zoo Safari Park — giving millions of guests, in person and virtually, the opportunity to experience conservation in action. The deep and extensive knowledge gained from more than a century of experience in wildlife care, health, veterinary services, nutrition and conservation makes us invaluable in the global effort to save species. Our team members play a crucial role in driving our conservation efforts forward and bringing us closer to a world where all life thrives. HOW YOU WILL IMPACT OUR MISSION The Lead Wildlife Care Specialist under general direction, supervises and participates in the feeding and general care and welfare of assigned habitat wildlife (mammals, reptiles, amphibians, fish, invertebrates or birds). This position reports to the Wildlife Care Supervisor or Wildlife Care Manager. The Reptile team at the San Diego Zoo is looking for candidates with at least three years of experience with husbandry and propagation techniques for a diverse group of reptiles, amphibians, and fish. Additionally, the team is desiring candidates with two years of paid experience working with venomous snakes, aquatic life, and LSS. This position will assist with conducting water quality testing across the Zoo, review and monitor water quality reports from multiple departments, and collaborate closely with the Water Quality Department to ensure proper equipment use, testing protocols, and communication. JOB EXPERIENCE Education, training, and/or experience which would clearly demonstrate the essential functions, knowledge and skills outlined. And Several years of experience as a Wildlife Care Specialist in a comparable zoological garden.

Requirements

Current valid California Driver’s License in good standing
Wildlife behavior
Animal biology; zoology
Care, feeding and handling of wildlife
Safety practices around wildlife
Techniques for restraining or capturing wildlife
San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance's policies, procedures and regulations
Effective leadership practices
Operate a motor vehicle, when required
Communicate and work effectively with others
Work in a diverse team environment and motivate others
Multi-task and prioritize
Understand and follow directions effectively
Deal tactfully and courteously with others
Competently perform the representative duties outlined above
Perform each essential job function at a high level

Nice To Haves

at least three years of experience with husbandry and propagation techniques for a diverse group of reptiles, amphibians, and fish
two years of paid experience working with venomous snakes, aquatic life, and LSS

Responsibilities

Assigns and supervises the work of Wildlife Care Specialist personnel
Responsible for the feeding and general care and welfare of assigned habitat wildlife
Administers prescribed medication and nutritional supplements
Keeps feeding records
Observes assigned wildlife
Reports abnormal conditions to superiors
Cleans habitat areas, pools, wildlife sleeping areas and service areas
Cleans and disinfects utensils, work tools and containers
Maintains health and behavior records on assigned wildlife
Answers questions from the public concerning habitat wildlife
Provides habitat security
Participates in capturing, incapacitating and moving habitat wildlife
Assists medical staff in treating wildlife
Performs minor or routine maintenance on habitat enclosures
Reports the need for major maintenance and repairs
Operates a variety of light and medium equipment
Performs minor or routine maintenance on habitat enclosures
Reports maintenance needs
Operates a variety of light and medium equipment