Indianapolis Zoo
Primates Keeper
The Indianapolis Zoo is a national leader of animal conservation and is an AZA accredited institution. We’re located on a 64 acre campus in the heart of vibrant downtown Indianapolis, and a top tourist destination in the Midwest. In addition to our animal exhibits, gardens, and aquarium, we support local and international animal conservation efforts. The Zoo is a private, 501(c)(3) organization.
The Primates Keeper cares for a collection that includes Orangutans, Lemurs Gibbons, Otters, Bats, and other animals.
To work with us as a full time Primates Keeper, you must have a bachelor degree from an accredited college/university in Biology, Zoology, Animal Science, Wildlife Biology, or other life-science field and at least two (2) years of professional work experience with apes, primates, bats, or lemurs. Keeper level (Keeper or Senior Keeper) is based upon experience.
Experience or interest in training animals is necessary as this person will be integrated into the training team. This position requires excellent interpersonal skills, professional demeanor and professional appearance due to regular visitor contact, seasonal keeper chats, and media events. Must have proven decision making/problem solving skills, good observational skills. Must be temperamentally suited to working with the collection. Must be safety oriented.
Working with Orangutans requires a special skill set that includes, but is not limited to:
- Willingness to develop relationships with Great Apes by treating them as equal partners in the relationship.
- Demonstrates patience, gentleness, respect, and consistency with animals in their care.
- Must be able to create or implement behavioral enrichment techniques.
- Must be able to teach new behaviors as directed.
- May assist with exhibit modification.
The Primates Keeper will be cross-trained in other animal care areas. Work includes but is not limited to exhibit and animal holding area maintenance, diet preparation, training animals, record keeping, and assisting veterinary staff as needed. The Indianapolis Zoo encourages staff involvement in research, education, conservation, training, and all aspects of animal care.
The successful candidate must be highly motivated and, once trained, able to work independently with limited supervision. As part of a small, cohesive team must also be able to function cooperatively, and make positive contributions as a team member.
There are strenuous physical requirements of this position, including but not limited to:
The Indianapolis Zoo offers a competitive total compensation package that includes medical, dental, vision, life, and short term disability; 403b plan; paid holidays, and paid time off.
Interested candidates must complete an on-line application at https://indyzoo.formstack.com/forms/employmentapp
ONLY ON-LINE APPLICATIONS ARE ACCEPTED.
In the “Position Desired” section of the on-line application, please enter “Primates Keeper”. Trainer level will be determined by qualifications and experience level.
Cover letters and resumes are strongly encouraged, and may be attached within the on-line application.
Please indicate your salary requirements. Our offer will not include relocation costs.
Faxed, mailed, and delivered resumes will not be considered. PLEASE, NO PHONE CALLS.
Applications must be received by July 21, 2017.
The Indianapolis Zoo is an EOE/ Drug Free/Smoke Free Work Environment.
Experience Required
Minimum of two (2) years
Perks
Medical, dental, vision & life insurance; generous pto
Salary
commensurate with experience
How to Apply
https://indyzoo.formstack.com/forms/employmentapp
Indianapolis Zoo
1200 W. Washington St.
Indianapolis, IN 46222
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