Zookeeper-Primates

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Position Title:

Zookeeper‑Primates
Department:
Animal

Reports To:

Assistant Curator of Section working

Location:

Audubon Zoo

General

Summary:

This position is a Zookeeper at the Audubon Zoo. The position will encompass a skilled professional that provides technical work in the daily care of specific animals and exhibits. Reporting directly to the Assistant Curator of an assigned area, and under the general supervision of the Curator. Zookeepers perform routine zookeeper duties; work under minimal supervision in a wide range of functions;

may supervise volunteer staff; initiate and participate in training and behavioral enrichment. This position works directly with Siamangs, Golden Lion Tamarins, White‑Throated Capuchin, Mandrills, White‑faced Saki Monkey and Southern Pudu. This position may cross‑train with other primate species within the department. This is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic team that focuses on welfare initiatives, breeding, and mixed species management.

• Provide daily guest experience of outstanding quality.
• A strong willingness to engage our guests about the Audubon Zoo’s mission statement and to have genuine conversations about conservation, wildlife, and take‑home messages.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment to evaluate and respond to any emergency situations that arise with our guests.
• Woven quality entertainment through the guest experience.
• Willingness to present highly engaging educational programs as assigned.
• Participation in shows/chats/feeds for our guests daily.
• Conducting behind‑the‑scenes tours for VIPs, donors, and Audubon Education programs as scheduled.
• Extensive interaction with the public which may include on‑and‑off‑grounds educational and media presentations.

• Identifies and corrects minor or routine maintenance problems and reports other maintenance needs directly to supervisor(s).
• Performs and initiates behavior modification and behavioral enrichment programs in assigned areas as designated by supervisor(s).
• Observes general animal health and behavior daily and reports any abnormal situations to a supervisor(s).
• Maintains daily records of health and behavior status of animals in designated areas as directed.
• Prepares and follows prescribed diets and feeding procedures as directed by supervisor(s).
• Assists in training new personnel in methods of animal care consistent with policies and procedures.
• Values the contribution of every team member.
• Assists in the selection, training, supervision, evaluation, and assignment of volunteers as needed.
• Assists in developing new facilities and improving existing ones as assigned by supervisor(s).
• Composes technical reports on various aspects of captive animal management and exhibition as assigned by supervisor(s).
• Participates in capturing, restraining, and moving animals and shares techniques with other team members.
• Assists veterinary and curatorial staff in treating animals as assigned and prescribed.
• Makes decisions consistent with Audubon policies and procedures when required.
• Performs daily duties in all sections of the assigned department as required.
• Shows strong skills in time management.
• Stays flexible with team, supervisor(s), animals and daily routine.
• Willingness to participate in AZA programs as assigned by supervisor(s).
• Leads co‑workers, interns and volunteers in coordinating and leading group projects.
• Brings a positive attitude and is accountable for their actions.
• Take personal responsibility for their surroundings.
• Displays actions that are moral and ethical.
• Provides alternate solutions whenever possible.
• Maintains empathic behavior toward team members and supervisor(s).
• Willingness to receive…