not limited to, assisting and participating in media events, special tours, and public relations projects; Participate in and support zoo-wide initiatives, committees, and work groups; Understand and support Dallas Zoo's Strategic and Master Plans and departmental collection plans; Study specific reference materials pertinent to animal care, behavior and natural history as assigned; Follow all safety protocols and understand the animal keeper\s role in emergency procedures, responding to emergencies as required; Be able to supervise and train volunteers and interns within department as needed; eligible to act as. documenting animal care activities appropriately; Ability to represent the Zoo in a professional manner at all times; Ability to exercise sound judgment in emergency situations and to respond with appropriate action; Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationship with management, other employees & zoo guests; Must be able to walk, stand, sit, kneel, stoop, crawl, twist, reach above head, pull bend, climb stairs.