Part-Time Houston Toad Keeper Association of Zoos and AquariumsPart-Time Houston Toad KeeperFort Worth, TX$14.50–$17 / hourSummary: The responsibility of this position is to maintain and care for animals within the Texas Native Amphibian Center as directed, primarily focusing on the Houston Toad program; to assist veterinary staff as needed; and to perform a variety of activities related to the assigned area of responsibility. Animal exhibit enclosures should be checked twice daily and serviced properly (i.e., clean glass, cover exposed water bowls or pots, remove dead plants, feces/urates, cobwebs, uneaten food).
Aquatic Ectotherms Keeper Association of Zoos and AquariumsAquatic Ectotherms KeeperFort Worth, TXSummary: The responsibility of this position is to maintain and care for a variety of animals within the Bait Shack, Great Barrier Reef and Mountains and Deserts as directed; to assist veterinary staff as needed; and to perform a variety of activities relative to the assigned area of responsibility. Abnormal feeding patterns should be noted in TRACKS and reported to supervisor (i.e., if animal misses three feedings in a row, regurgitation, has trouble catching or eating prey, etc.), as well as discussed at weekly staff meetings.
Outreach Specialist Association of Zoos and AquariumsOutreach SpecialistFort Worth, TXEssential Duties and Responsibilities: Handle and present Outreach animals during outreach programs - stage shows, informal in park presentations, virtual presentations, and on-site special events. Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk or hear.