Animal Care Professional, Alabama Wilds

Association Of Zoos & Aquariums; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading zoo organization in Birmingham is seeking an Animal Care Professional to manage daily husbandry activities for various animals. The ideal candidate will have a solid understanding of animal care and welfare and work with staff to create engaging, educational experiences for visitors. This full-time position is crucial for supporting the zoo's mission.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated good working knowledge of animal care and welfare.
• Ability to work collaboratively with other zoo employees.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for daily husbandry activities of animals.
• Assist in presenting educational and entertaining environments for the public.

Job description

Birmingham Zoo Inc.

Animal Care Professional, Alabama Wilds

The Alabama Wilds Department at the Birmingham Zoo consists of a variety of animals native to Alabama. Species in the area range from Non‑dangerous to Dangerous and consist of Black Bears and North American River Otters, in addition to a variety of Birds and domestic barn animals. Bobcats and Cougars have also now joined the Alabama Wilds collection. The Animal Care Professional is a full‑time position responsible for the primary daily husbandry activities of these animals with a demonstrated good working knowledge of animal care and welfare. ACPs will also work collectively with other Zoo employees and assist in presenting to the public an environment that is educational, entertaining, and serves to further the mission of the Birmingham Zoo.