About this opportunity
ZooTampa at Lowry Park lists this Animal Care Supervisor - Asia / Australia (Full-Time) opportunity in tampa, Florida. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Animal Care SupervisorTampa is looking to hire a full time hourly Animal Care Supervisor to join our team! You will be responsible for supervising the daily functions of assigned animal departments and ensure all activities are in alignment with Association of Zoo & Aquariums (AZA) standards and guidelines, all relevant laws and regulations, safety standards, and standards that ensure animal welfare.Your day to day:Supervise assignments related to the daily care of a variety of animalsAssist with mentoring, training, scheduling, safety, development, and performance management of subordinatesEstablish and maintain efficient work routines that meet or exceed industry standards and regulatory requirementsObserve, document, and report animal illnesses, abnormal behavior, and unsafe conditions; administer medications and perform minor first aid if necessaryInspect Zoo grounds and animal housing facilities daily for cleanliness and safety and checks animal habitats and enclosures for security and other conditionsConduct guided tours and answer questions of visitors in a courteous and pleasant mannerRespond to and assist manager in guiding the resolution of emergency situationsAssist in exhibit planning, construction, and supervision of constructionWhat we are looking for:A Bachelor or Associate degree in biology, vertebrate zoology, the natural science or related field or equivalent specialized training is preferredA minimum of three years' experience in an AZA accredited zoological setting preferredKnowledge of the behaviors, diets, breeding habits and custodial care of a variety of native, exotic and domestic animalsAdvanced knowledge of husbandry requirements, zoonotic diseases and preventionAbility to appropriately apply animal training through the use of operant and classical conditioningProficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook), radio, telephoneMust have good written and oral communication skills, ability to think logically, and solve problems with minimal guidanceMust be self-motivated, goal-oriented, able to maintain discretion with confidential information and have strong leadership and team building skillsPhysically able to work in typical Florida weather, in a variety of physical positions including safely lifting up to 50 poundsAbility to work long hours and varying shifts, including nights and weekendsOur Perks at ZooTampa:Medical, Dental, Vision, Pet, Life Insurance, 403(b) Pension PlanVacation and sick timeEmployee Assistance ProgramTuition ForgivenessFree gym membershipFree admission to the Zoo, MOSI, and the Florida AquariumFree or discounted admission to many attractions in FloridaAnd so much more!
Worksite address
tampa, FL, 33602, US
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