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Zoo Animal Care SpecialistThe City of Little Rock provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. City of Little Rock complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every work location. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.JOB OBJECTIVE: To develop programs and conduct training for Zoo staff, docents and volunteers in the proper handling, presentation and transportation of animals to be utilized in education and programming activities at the Little Rock Zoo; to supervise the daily activities and operations of a designated section of the Little Rock Zoo's animal collection to ensure the proper husbandry, enrichment and welfare activities are provided to animals in compliance with all Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) guidelines, standards and applicable Departmental policies and safety procedures.This position is designated as a safety/security sensitive position and is subject to random drug and alcohol screening.Essential FunctionsFor a complete list of essential job functions, please click HERE.Minimum Qualifications, Additional Requirements and Supervisory ResponsibilitiesThese knowledge, skills, and abilities are usually, although not always, acquired through completion of a Bachelor's degree in biology, zoo animal science or zoology or related field; five (5) years of experience in the care of birds, mammals, and reptiles or other exotic animals in a controlled environment, to include the development and presentation of training programs or a related area, and two (2) years of supervisory experience. Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered.ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENT:Must possess a valid Arkansas Class D (Non-Commercial Vehicle) Driver's License before employment and maintain licensure for the duration of employment in this position.Must possess a valid Rescue Dive Certification through the Professional Association of Diving Instructors (PADI) within one (1) year of employment and maintain certification for the duration of employment in this position.Must possess a valid Certification for Professional Bird Trainers through the International Avian Trainers Certification Board (IATCB) within one (1) year of employment and maintain certification for the duration of employment in this position.Must possess Standard First Aid and Community CPR certifications, or other certifications which incorporate Standard First Aid and Infant, Child and Adult CPR, within one (1) year of employment, and maintain certifications for the duration of employment in this position.Must be available to work weekends and holidays.APPLICATION REQUIREMENTSOnline applications onlyApplicant's answers to supplemental questions will be used to screen for minimum qualifications electronically.Please include a complete work history when completing application. Work history may impact initial salary offer amount for the successful candidate.List of qualified applicants will be considered active for up to six (6) months and may be used to fill future openings with same or similar minimum qualifications.All communication regarding application status will be sent to candidates via text message/ email address listed on account.You may check your NeoGov inbox to review all notices sent to the email address associated with your applications.Applicants may check application status for any position by logging into their account at or contacting Human Resources at View phone number on click.appcast.io if they are having computer difficulties.