Temporary Animal Keeper - Animal Ambassador

Akron Zoo

Akron Zoo

Temporary Animal Keeper - Animal Ambassador

The Akron Zoo is seeking a Temporary Animal Keeper in the Education Department for a six-month paid position (40 hours per week). The candidate should have excellent communication skills, interpersonal skills, and a mature attitude to work exclusively with the Animal Ambassadors. This position is responsible to provide husbandry, training, and enrichment; as well as providing public programing to a variety of audiences on zoo grounds with the bulk of the programing occurring during the spring and summer season.

Successful candidates must be comfortable speaking to audiences of all ages.

* Current Hours worked: 8:00am to 5:00pm

* Hourly rate: $13.00/hr.

* Initial Days off:
Wednesday-Thursday

* Position Location:

Education Department - Animal Ambassador Team

Requirements

A minimum of six months of animal care experience at an AZA facility and a four-year degree is preferred. A minimum of three years of progressive work experience is strongly preferred as well as prior show/educational experience. Must be available weekends, holidays, and for a flexible schedule and must be able to meet all other requirements of the job.

This seasonal six-month assignment is a 40 hour per week position.

Proof of a negative TB test and tetanus vaccine are needed.

The Akron Zoo is a Drug-Free Workplace and an EOE.

Experience Required

A minimum of six months of animal care experience at an AZA facility and a four-year degree is preferred. A minimum of three years of progressive work experience is strongly preferred as well as prior show/educational experience.

Salary

$13.00/hour

How to Apply

Please  to apply:
Akron Zoological Park - Temporary Animal Keeper - Animal Ambassador

Akron Zoo

500 Edgewood Ave.

Akron, OH 44307

Phone:

Fax:
Akron Zoo

@Akron Zoo

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