Forest and Jungles Mammal Supervisor

This position is responsible for supervising the keeper staff assigned to the Forest and Jungles area, monitoring and performing husbandry, and coordinating activities with other departments within Animal Programs.

Requirements

• Supervise and plan the work of staff responsible for the direct maintenance and care of a variety of animals within the Zoo
• Train assigned employees, interns, and volunteers in their areas of work including zookeeping and animal care methods, procedures, techniques and professional conduct
• Maintain adequate records on daily activities, observe animal behavior for signs of illness, weight loss/gain or injury, report any signs of illness or injury to curator
• Supervise and implement approved animal training and enrichment projects in the area
• Supervise and participate in the implementation of approved research projects
• Lead and participate in regular staff meetings
• Maintain inventory of supplies and equipment
• Supervise and perform various maintenance and repair activities on animal quarters and animal cleaning equipment
• Oversee and assist in the training and enrichment of assigned animals
• Respond to public inquiries in a courteous manner, resolve complaints in an efficient and timely manner
• Present keeper talks to park visitors and media as needed
• Ensure and supervise the proper restraint, crating, moving, and uncrating of animals
• Inspect animal equipment and facilities, report for maintenance as required

Benefits

• Medical and Prescription Drug
• Vision
• Dental
• Basic Life AD&D
• Short Term Disability
• Long Term Disability
• Supplemental Life
• Flexible Spending Account
• 401k
• Paid Time Off
• PTO Rollover
• PTO Sell Back
• Free Zoo Membership
• Free Guest Passes
• Discounts on Food, Merchandise, Attractions, Admission and Programs