Wildlife Care Specialist, Behavior - Full Time - San Diego Zoo Safari Park

Overview Wildlife Care Specialist, Behavior - Full Time - San Diego Zoo Safari Park San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance is an international, nonprofit conservation organization with two front doors: the San Diego Zoo and the San Diego Zoo Safari Park. We integrate wildlife health and care, science, and education to develop sustainable conservation solutions. What you will do Trains wildlife in new behaviors and reinforces trained behaviors Prepares wildlife for a variety of stimuli, location and health maintenance using positive methods and participation from the animal Prepares and feed wildlife Manages wildlife to ensure public safety Transports wildlife to habitat or location for sharing conservation/sustainability messaging. Assists handlers, set up props, stages or other areas Assists medical staff in treatment of assigned wildlife Makes informational presentations to the public Cleans and maintains habitats and work areas Administers prescribed medication and nutritional supplements Keeps feeding, medication and other records regarding wildlife care Answers questions and provides information to the public regarding assigned wildlife What we are looking for JOB EXPERIENCE Education, training and experience, which would clearly demonstrate the essential functions, knowledge and skills outlined; an example would be two or more years experience as a wildlife handler at San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance or a comparable organization, preferred. Education and Certifications High School Diploma Required California Driver License within 30 days required Skills and Knowledge Knowledge of: Animal behavior Animal behavior modification Care, feeding and handling of wild animals Safety practices around wild animals SDZWA policies, procedures and regulations regarding the care, handling and training of exhibit animals Ability to: Train and modify behavior in a variety of environments Discriminate differences in animal vocalizations Monitor animal behavior Keep simple records Communicate and work effectively with others (verbal and written) Deal tactfully and courteously with the others in a diverse environment Respond to cautions from co-workers Monitor animal behavior and appearance Operate motorized equipment and vehicles Competently perform the essential functions outlined above Important Details Position Type: Hourly Full-Time Non-Exempt Union Position Hourly Rate: $31.98 Benefits Free admission to the San Diego Zoo and the San Diego Zoo Safari Park Family Passes Complimentary Tickets Free Parking at the San Diego Zoo & San Diego Zoo Safari Park Local and In-House Discounts Employee Assistance Program Wellness Program Other Details All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status. As a Federal Contractor, San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance is required to participate in the E-Verify Program to confirm eligibility to work in the United States. We are not offering sponsorship for this position at this time. San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance is a drug free workplace. All content reflects information available at posting and is subject to change. If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete an application, please email View email address on click.appcast.io and provide the job title and location to which you are applying. #J-18808-Ljbffr San Diego Zoo