Wildlife Training Supervisor - San Diego Zoo Safari Park

San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance•Escondido, CA

23h•$96,782•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 Wildlife Training Supervisor is responsible for the daily supervision of the safe care and handling of an assigned animal collection. This position reports to a Wildlife Training Manager.

Requirements

1+ years’ experience supervising an animal behavior department and personnel in an AZA accredited zoo or equivalent facility required
Training and caring for a large variety of exotic animals, developing and presenting animal shows or programs for managed staff
Bachelor's degree in zoology, animal science, or a related field
Knowledge of operant conditioning and enrichment
Knowledge of husbandry techniques
Ability to use word processing and spreadsheet systems
Able to effectively lead staff
Able to deal tactfully and courteously with others
Able to work effectively with teams and with others in a diverse environment
Able to communicate effectively (verbal and written)
Ability to understand union contracts regarding labor use restrictions

Responsibilities

Effectively leads assigned team by providing the support and guidance that enables each team member to be empowered and successful.
Leads, manages, develops and evaluates the performance of the animal care behavior staff as assigned and resolves conflicts in a timely and appropriate manner.
Coordinates animal and staff participation in special events.
Participates in developing proposals for operant conditioning opportunities.
Participates in preparing a variety of reports and documentation.
Represents the leadership and the animal care divisions in partnership with operations.
Ensures the wildlife welfare standards are upheld and improved upon where necessary according to the organizations Wildlife Welfare Policy.