ABILITY Plan, assign and direct staff, volunteers and others; work effectively with the public; read, understand and interpret contracts, agreements, and technical information; manage a diverse workforce of skilled and semi-skilled staff; develop and manage budgets; gather and analyze data; prepare and present reports; respond effectively to changing priorities and challenges; plan and design interesting zoological exhibits and educational tours; speak in public and make public presentations; interpret and apply pertinent rules, laws, and regulations; work effectively with professional and regulatory organizations; operate computers and related software; interact with a wide variety of ages and interests; communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; establish and maintain effective working relationships with a wide variety of officials, County staff, and the general public. PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS Mobility -- Operation of a data entry device, sitting, frequent walking and standing, pushing/pulling, bending, driving; Lifting –frequently 5 - 50 pounds or less; Vision – good overall vision, color perception, depth perception; reading and close-up work; normal hand and eye coordination; good field of vision/peripheral; Dexterity –normal dexterity and repetitive motion; Hearing/Talking – frequent hearing and talking on the telephone/radio and in person; Special Requirements – working weekends; may require evening or weekend work; Emotional/psychological – frequent public contact and decision making; frequent concentration; occasional exposure to dangerous situations, including trauma, grief and death; working alone.