Seasonal Keeper - Hoofstock
About The Position
The Seasonal Hoofstock Keeper is responsible for animal husbandry, including training and enrichment, and maintaining habitats, holding areas, and public areas in the Mammals Department. The hoofstock collection includes reticulated giraffes, plains zebra, ostrich, warthog, and southern white rhino. The keeper reports to the area Animal Care Manager and Mammal Curator. This is a seasonal interim position with an ASAP hire date, expected to last until mid-January 2027; the posting also describes its duration as unspecified. The role supports Zoo Atlanta’s animal care, conservation, research, and education initiatives, and requires collaboration with veterinary staff, supervisors, coworkers, and other zoo departments. The keeper must be comfortable interacting with guests and giving talks to guests and special groups. Work takes place outdoors in all weather conditions and involves strenuous physical work, including routinely lifting and moving 50-pound bags of feed and hay bales. Flexible hours, weekends, and holidays are required. A valid Georgia driver’s license must be obtained and maintained.
Requirements
- Prior related exotic animal care experience is preferred; paid experience at an AZA-accredited facility is greatly preferred.
- Strong written and oral communication skills.
- Enthusiasm for interacting with the public and willingness to give regular talks to guests and special groups.
- Computer proficiency sufficient to perform the functions of the position.
- Ability to use light power tools after suitable training.
- Must obtain and maintain a valid Georgia driver’s license.
- Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions and perform strenuous work.
- Ability to routinely lift and move 50-pound bags of feed and bales of hay.
- Dependability and willingness to work flexible hours, weekends, and holidays.
Nice To Haves
- Prior related exotic animal care experience.
- Paid experience at an AZA-accredited facility.
- Four-year degree in biology, psychology, or a related field; sufficient relevant experience will be considered instead.
Responsibilities
- Monitor the health and behavior of the animal collection and report changes to supervisors and veterinary staff; oversee medication administration as applicable.
- Perform general keeper duties while maintaining high standards of animal care and guest interactions.
- Implement area policies, procedures, and protocols to support animal care and the safety of staff and guests, and provide constructive feedback when appropriate.
- Participate in collaborative animal-care efforts, including training, enrichment, research, and education.
- Contribute constructively to the team and maintain positive workplace relationships.
- Support Zoo Atlanta and cross-department initiatives, including those involving marketing, education, veterinary services, and facilities.
- Communicate effectively with supervisors and coworkers, both orally and in writing.
- Support Zoo Atlanta’s strategic plan, mission, values, conservation efforts, and research initiatives.
- Perform other reasonably related duties as assigned by management.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
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