Avian Propagation Center Wildlife Care Associate Seasonal San Diego Zoo

Avian Propagation Center Wildlife Care Associate Seasonal - Full Time - San Diego Zoo

HOW YOU WILL IMPACT OUR MISSION

The Wildlife Care Associate will support San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance’s mission of saving species worldwide by handling trained wildlife used in visitor presentations, public contact, and educational programs. This position reports to a Wildlife Care Supervisor/Manager.

• Handles trained wildlife
• Reinforces trained behavior
• Transports wildlife from compound areas to show areas
• Provides public with information and answers questions regarding wildlife
• Feeds and cares for assigned wildlife
• Cleans and maintains animal compound areas
• Exercises wildlife
• Provides general grooming of wildlife
• Prepares and feeds wildlife
• Keeps feeding records
• Administers prescribed medication and nutritional supplements
• Maintains logs and records concerning animal health and care
• Observes wildlife

The Avian Propagation Wildlife Care Associate will prepare diets for assigned wildlife (birds) including processing various fruits and vegetables, handling invertebrates, fish, meats, and other food items utilizing kitchen utensils and appliances such as knives, food processors, blenders, and grinders. They will perform routine maintenance and calibration of equipment and facilities, including washing and sanitizing containers, surfaces, and equipment, keep all food preparation areas, incubation, brooder room and surrounding areas clean and orderly condition, and perform minor, routine utility maintenance repairs.

In addition to previous tasks, this position will also be responsible for keeping feeding records, supply procurement, administering nutritional supplements, maintain logs and records concerning animal health and care, which requires comfort with basic computer tasks such as word processing and using Microsoft Office programs.

One to two years of work experience in a Zoo or similar environment where appropriate knowledge and skills in wildlife care could be acquired.

High School Diploma Required

• Wildlife behavior
• Care, feeding and handling of wildlife
• Safety practices around wildlife
• Learn the handling and control of a variety of trained wildlife
• Discriminate differences in animal vocalizations
• Deal tactfully and courteously with the public
• Keep simple records
• Effectively communicate (verbal and written)
• Operate motorized equipment and vehicles

• 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 Seasonal Union Position from April 3rd to September 3rd - If selected, there will be fees and dues to be paid to the union.