Zoo & Interpretive Services Manager

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Micke Grove Zoo

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Zoo & Interpretive Services Manager

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An incumbent in this management class is responsible for planning, directing, organizing, staffing and controlling operations and programs for the zoo and nature center. The incumbent manages personnel and procedures related to animal care; oversees the maintenance of facilities; and ensures compliance with laws relevant to zoo operations. Administrative duties include performing long range planning and budgeting; recommending policies and procedures for the zoo, nature center and interpretive programs; supervising the daily activities of the zoo and nature center through subordinate staff; and coordinating zoo interpretive programs

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Typical Duties:

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Supervises zoo and nature center staff involved in daily operation of the facilities, animal care, maintenance, educational and interpretive programming, and volunteer coordination, including non-County funded staff; selects, assigns, trains, and evaluates the work of staff performing the daily operations and maintenance of the zoo.

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Coordinates planning and development to ensure that facilities meet or exceed industry standards and that operations are in compliance with applicable rules, regulations and laws, including animal care, management, health and safety, public safety, visitor services, and zoo facility security; recommends and implements policies and procedures; .

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Establishes and maintains professional and regulatory agency relationships or affiliations to ensure appropriate professional and operating standards, identify industry trends, and assess development methods applicable to modern zoological facilities.

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Develops and implements fund-raising, promotions, marketing, public relations, and community support activities; speaks before clubs, organizations, businesses and individuals to promote support for the zoo; serves as liaison to community organizations, businesses, agencies, and the public to promote involvement and support, and to resolve problems and complaints; promotes development of and assists the Zoological Society, and provides advice and support.

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Evaluates zoo and nature center needs and identifies goals; plans new facilities, upgrades, and exhibits for zoo and nature center; develops and implements interpretive programs.

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Prepares, implements, and monitors budgets; approves expenditures.

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Gathers, organizes and analyzes information; prepares reports and recommendation; prepares correspondence; monitors contracts and grants.

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Minimum Qualifications:

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Education: Graduation from an accredited four year college or university with major course work in zoology, wildlife biology, animal science, animal care, zoo management, or a related field.

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Experience: Four years' experience in zoo operations or a closely related field, two years of which were at a supervisory level.

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How to Apply

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Please apply on our San Joaquin County Website: https://www.jobapscloud.com/SJQ/sup/bulpreview.asp?b=&R1=0726&R2=RA0702&R3=AC

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Micke Grove Zoo

Lodi, CA

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