mantighoul
Caudata.org Donor
I was doing my job search and I found a local opening here at Brookfield zoo. You can get more information on their website in "careers". Maybe someone here will benefit greatly from this.
Associate Curator – Aquatics and Reptiles/Amphibians, Animal Programs
Requisition ID#: 711
Responsibilities:
Assist Curator in the management of all on-site and off-site programs and operations of the aquatic and reptile/amphibian collections in accordance with the Society's long-range plan, especially with respect to personnel, facilities, animal, and public programs. Lead and direct operations, staff management, and animal care of the Living Coast and Swamp workgroups and other areas within the Animal Programs as assigned.
Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Zoology or related field or equivalent combination of training and/or experience required. Advanced degree preferred. Minimum five years experience as an animal keeper in a zoo or large scale animal care facility or equivalent experience required. Two years supervisory experience required. Experience working with aquatic species and systems in a zoo setting is required. Experience working with reptiles/amphibians within a zoo setting is highly preferred. Knowledge of water quality parameters as it relates to aquarium environments required. Proficiency in MS Office applications (word processing and database management) essential; familiarity with animal record keeping systems, studbook programs preferred. Experience developing and implementing conservation and relevant research projects preferred. Comprehensive experience in developing, implementing, and reviewing public communications programs. Experience developing, constructing and maintaining aquatic environments and systems highly preferred. Experience developing husbandry and breeding programs for aquatics and reptiles/amphibians highly preferred. AZA professional membership preferred. Familiar with AZA or other captive population management programs. Strong interpersonal and communications skills, including verbal, written and listening skills. Valid driver’s license required for Illinois residents within 90 days of hire; valid out-of-state license required for out-of-state residents. Spanish fluency a plus, but not required.
Associate Curator – Aquatics and Reptiles/Amphibians, Animal Programs
Requisition ID#: 711
Responsibilities:
Assist Curator in the management of all on-site and off-site programs and operations of the aquatic and reptile/amphibian collections in accordance with the Society's long-range plan, especially with respect to personnel, facilities, animal, and public programs. Lead and direct operations, staff management, and animal care of the Living Coast and Swamp workgroups and other areas within the Animal Programs as assigned.
Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Zoology or related field or equivalent combination of training and/or experience required. Advanced degree preferred. Minimum five years experience as an animal keeper in a zoo or large scale animal care facility or equivalent experience required. Two years supervisory experience required. Experience working with aquatic species and systems in a zoo setting is required. Experience working with reptiles/amphibians within a zoo setting is highly preferred. Knowledge of water quality parameters as it relates to aquarium environments required. Proficiency in MS Office applications (word processing and database management) essential; familiarity with animal record keeping systems, studbook programs preferred. Experience developing and implementing conservation and relevant research projects preferred. Comprehensive experience in developing, implementing, and reviewing public communications programs. Experience developing, constructing and maintaining aquatic environments and systems highly preferred. Experience developing husbandry and breeding programs for aquatics and reptiles/amphibians highly preferred. AZA professional membership preferred. Familiar with AZA or other captive population management programs. Strong interpersonal and communications skills, including verbal, written and listening skills. Valid driver’s license required for Illinois residents within 90 days of hire; valid out-of-state license required for out-of-state residents. Spanish fluency a plus, but not required.