Wildlife Care Associate - Full Time Seasonal - San Diego Zoo Safari Park

San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance•Escondido, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Wildlife Care Associate supports San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance’s mission of saving species worldwide by handling trained wildlife for visitor presentations, public contact, and educational programs. The position reports to a Wildlife Care Supervisor/Manager and is based at the San Diego Zoo Safari Park in Escondido, California. It is an hourly, full-time, non-exempt, union seasonal position. If selected, union fees and dues apply.

Requirements

One to two years of work experience in a zoo or similar environment where appropriate wildlife-care knowledge and skills could be acquired.
High school diploma.
Current valid California driver’s license in good standing.
Knowledge of wildlife behavior; care, feeding, and handling of wildlife; safety practices around wildlife; and animal biology or zoology.
Ability to learn the handling and control of a variety of trained wildlife.
Ability to distinguish differences in animal vocalizations.
Ability to deal tactfully and courteously with the public.
Ability to keep simple records.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to operate motorized equipment and vehicles.

Responsibilities

Handle trained wildlife and reinforce trained behavior.
Transport wildlife from compound areas to show areas.
Provide information to the public and answer questions about wildlife.
Feed and care for assigned wildlife, including preparing and providing feed.
Clean and maintain animal compound areas.
Exercise and provide general grooming for wildlife.
Keep feeding records and maintain logs and records concerning animal health and care.
Administer prescribed medication and nutritional supplements.
Observe wildlife.