Houston Zoo
Zookeeper, Children's Zoo (Part-Time)
Under the direction of a Children’s Zoo Supervisor, the zookeeper role is responsible for supporting the day-to-day operations associated with the husbandry of the animals and the maintenance of animal exhibits within the Children’s Zoo. The Children’s Zoo is a multi-taxa department housing over 80 species of animals in several exhibits with a focus on creating a lifelong connection between people and animals.
Our Mission: Houston Zoo connects communities with animals, inspiring action to save wildlife.
Our Vision: Houston Zoo will be a leader in the global movement to save wildlife.
Responsibilities
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Carries out all aspects of the daily care of assigned animals including cleaning, feeding, exhibit maintenance, general upkeep of support facilities.
Knowledge and Experience
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One year of experience in animal care at an AZA or equivalent facility, gained through employment, internships, or volunteer experience.
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Specific training and work experience in other settings, such as aquaculture, schools, nature centers, agricultural operations, or conservation centers may be considered on a case-by-case basis as fulfillment for the experience requirements.
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Strong interpersonal, team-building, and communication skills.
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Strong organizational and computer skills, including working with databases and other Microsoft Office software applications.
ABOUT THE HOUSTON ZOO
The Houston Zoo is made up of many moving parts with over 5,000 permanent residents (our animals) and we host 2 million guests each year. Our dedicated staff works around the clock to ensure that the Zoo is always running smoothly for the safety and well-being of our residents and guests. We strive to ensure the protection of all the counterparts of the animals we have at the Zoo and in the wild.
Join the Houston Zoo and become a part of an organization that is focused on the preservation of wildlife and their habitats by combining conservation with education and promotion of sustainable livelihoods in the local communities. Houston Zoo is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
How to Apply
If interested, apply directly here: https://us62e2.dayforcehcm.com/CandidatePortal/en-US/houstonzoo/Posting/View/1314
Houston Zoo
6200 Hermann Park Dr
Houston, TX 77030
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