Animals In Action Wildlife Care Specialist, Behavior San Diego Zoo

Animals In Action Wildlife Care Specialist, Behavior - Full Time - San Diego Zoo

Trains wildlife in new behaviors and reinforces trained behaviors

Prepares wildlife for a variety of stimuli, location and health maintenance using positive methods and participation from the animal

Prepares and feed wildlife

Manages wildlife to ensure public safety

Transports wildlife to habitat or location for sharing conservation/sustainability messaging. Assists handlers, set up props, stages or other areas

Assists medical staff in treatment of assigned wildlife

Makes informational presentations to the public

Cleans and maintains habitats and work areas

Administers prescribed medication and nutritional supplements

Keeps feeding, medication and other records regarding wildlife care

Answers questions and provides information to the public regarding assigned wildlife

Education, training and experience, which would clearly demonstrate the essential functions, knowledge and skills outlined; an example would be two or more years experience as a wildlife handler at San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance or a comparable organization, preferred.

High School Diploma Required

California Driver License within 30 days required

Knowledge of:

• Animal behavior
• Animal behavior modification
• Care, feeding and handling of wild animals
• Safety practices around wild animals
• SDZWA policies, procedures and regulations regarding the care, handling and training of exhibit animals

Ability to:

• Train and modify behavior in a variety of environments
• Discriminate differences in animal vocalizations
• Monitor animal behavior
• Keep simple records
• Communicate and work effectively with others (verbal and written)
• Deal tactfully and courteously with the others in a diverse environment
• Respond to cautions from co-workers
• Monitor animal behavior and appearance
• Operate motorized equipment and vehicles
• Competently perform the essential functions outlined above

Free admission to the San Diego Zoo and the San Diego Zoo Safari Park

Family Passes

Complimentary Tickets

Free Parking at the San Diego Zoo & San Diego Zoo Safari Park

Local and In-House Discounts

Employee Assistance Program

Wellness Program

Position Type:

Hourly Full-Time Non-Exempt Union Position - If selected, there will be fees and dues to be paid to the union