Zoo Keeper I - Hoofstock Job at Chattanooga Zoo, Chattanooga, TN

  • Chattanooga Zoo
  • Chattanooga, TN

Job Description

The Chattanooga Zoo is looking for an exceptional zookeeper with a passion for working with exotic animals. This position can swing through a variety of teams within the bird and mammal department, including primates, South America, small animal, hoofstock, North America, and Asia. This is a temporary part time position, lasting for 6 months working 16-24 hours a week. After this 6 month period the opportunity to continue could possibly be offered.Animal Care Duties will include day to day husbandry, daily log reports regarding the animals, routine maintenance of physical area and enclosures, assisting in veterinary procedures and medication distribution to animals, maintain training and enrichment programs, assist with special projects, etc. Keeper must be able to maintain area compliance with USDA and AZA regulations and standards, including record keeping, husbandry care, training, enrichment, etc. For a complete list of roles and responsibilities, please see Full Job Description below.Minimum QualificationsHigh school diploma or GED requiredApplicants seeking a degree in animal science, zoology, life science, or similar is preferredPrior job or internship experience in an AZA accredited institution is preferredAny combination of equivalent education and experience to successfully perform the essential functions of the position will be consideredOpen availability is required. Incumbent will be expected to work weekends and holidays as the animal care schedule necessitates.The Chattanooga Zoo has adopted a smoke-free campus to serve as a leader in promoting a healthy workplace and environment.The Chattanooga Zoo is a member of the Tennessee Drug-Free Workplace program. This position requires pre-employment screenings which will include: a background check, credit check, drug screen & tuberculin skin test.The Friends of the Zoo, Inc (Chattanooga Zoo) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Zoo will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

Job Posted by ApplicantPro

Job Tags

Temporary work, Part time, Internship

Similar Jobs

TRS Staffing Solutions

Cost Specialist Job at TRS Staffing Solutions

 ...Our client is proud to design and build projects and careers. They are committed to fostering a welcoming and collaborative work environment that encourages big-picture thinking, brings out the best in their personnel, and helps them develop innovative solutions that... 

Novant Health

Registered Nurse - Progressive Care Unit (ICCU) Job at Novant Health

 ..., Part-Time ~ Category: Registered Nurse ~ Department : Intermediate Care Unit...  ...RN nursing license has been inactive, retired or lapsed for five years or more and you...  ...part of an environment that fosters team work, team member engagement and community involvement... 

Perdue Farms

Associate Director of Operations Job at Perdue Farms

 ...-life balance, were committed to helping our team members thrive. That's Perdue. Summary Join our team as an Associate Director of Operations and help lead high performing processing facilities that deliver strong results and consistent quality. In this role... 

Life Care Center of Kennewick

Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) Job at Life Care Center of Kennewick

 ...progress and improve quality of life within a supportive, patient-centered environment. Position Summary The Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) provides direct rehab care in speech therapy to patients upon physician referral in accordance with all applicable... 

Rock Hill Housing Authority

Wastewater Plant Operator (50082) Job at Rock Hill Housing Authority

 ...Wastewater Treatment Plant OperatorThe purpose of this class within the organization is to oversee and provide advanced operational work at the Wastewater Treatment Plant. This class works independently, under limited supervision, reporting major activities through periodic...