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Little Rock Zoo
Part time Animal Keeper - Farm
JOB OBJECTIVE: To perform various duties required to maintain a clean and healthy environment for farm and program animals and other assigned animals at the Little Rock Zoo.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
Observes farm and program animals and other animals in assigned areas for injuries or symptoms of disease, and changes in behavior; reports changes and problems to supervisor; recommends changes to assist animals'' psychological and physiological well-being; implements approved changes.
Prepares food and feeds farm and program animal and other animals as assigned according to established diets and assigned schedule; researches and recommends diet changes based on time of the year and the behavior and body condition of animals; implements approved changes.
Maintains detailed narratives and charts of animal observations, care, and handling.
Captures and restrains animals for transport, examination or medical treatment.
Prepares a list of animals in assigned area requiring routine veterinary care; notifies supervisors of animals that require emergency medical attention.
Administers prescribed medication to farm and program animals and other animals as assigned by mixing with food or by injection as required; assists veterinarian in administration of medication or treatment of animals.
Completes daily worksheets listing amount of food eaten, training performed and enrichment supplied, medications administered, changes in animal behavior, symptoms of disease or other indications of needs for special attention.
Maintains plant life in displays and enclosures by watering and fertilizing as necessary; sprays or spreads approved chemicals to exterminate pests, diseases or unwanted plants.
Unloads and stores shipments of food and supplies; notifies supervisor of supplies needed.
Cleans cages and enclosures using chemical disinfectants, water hose and other hand tools.
Provides special handling or training for specific animals as required.
Recommends animals to be acquired or transferred; recommends repairs and special projects.
Answers questions and provides information to Zoo visitors regarding animal diets, handling, and habitat; educates visitors regarding harassing or feeding animals.
Presents daily feeding presentations to zoo visitors; participates in and presents both on-site and zoo education programs; utilizes microphone system and amphitheater sound system.
Provides detailed factual information and training to Zoo Volunteers and docents regarding animals that are designated for education and programming activities.
Provides special training for a variety of exotic animals used for education and programming activities by departmental staff and education volunteers at the Little Rock Zoo; provides training to departmental staff and docents in the proper handling, presentation and transport of the education animal collection in a safe and professional manner.
Operates motorized vehicle to transport animals or pick up supplies.
Minimum Qualifications, Additional Requirements and Supervisory Responsibilities:
Completion of high school and six (6) months of experience in the care of farm animals and/or waterfowl OR two (2) or more years of related education (biology, zoology, wildlife biology, etc.) with an internship in a zoo or sanctuary setting. Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered.
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Little Rock Zoo
Little Rock, AR 72205
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