Ambassador Animal Care Specialist

Blank Park Zoo; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Excellent working environment

Health benefits

Job summary

A non-profit zoo is seeking an Animal Keeper in Des Moines, Iowa to provide care for a diverse collection of animals, including mammals, birds, and reptiles. Responsibilities include daily animal husbandry, monitoring animal health, and assisting in educational programming for visitors. Ideal candidates will have a degree in Biology or a related field, along with a minimum of one year of experience in a zoo or similar setting. We offer a competitive salary and a fulfilling work environment.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of paid animal husbandry experience, preferably in a zoo.
• Ability to maintain calm in emergencies and during guest interactions.
• Experience with educational programming is encouraged.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily care and husbandry for various animal species.
• Maintain animal health and report any abnormalities.
• Assist in educational programming and guest interactions.

Skills

Animal husbandry

Observation skills

Microsoft Office

Team collaboration

Problem-solving

Education

Four-year degree in Biology, Zoology, or Animal Ecology

Tools

Skid loaders

Vehicles

Job description

A non-profit zoo is seeking an Animal Keeper in Des Moines, Iowa to provide care for a diverse collection of animals, including mammals, birds, and reptiles. Responsibilities include daily animal husbandry, monitoring animal health, and assisting in educational programming for visitors. Ideal candidates will have a degree in Biology or a related field, along with a minimum of one year of experience in a zoo or similar setting. We offer a competitive salary and a fulfilling work environment.