Avian Care Specialist — Conservation & Breeding

Fossil Rim Wildlife Center, Inc.; Glen Rose (TX); On-site; USD 19,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Fossil Rim Wildlife Center, Inc. in Glen Rose, TX is seeking an Animal Care Specialist Avian to care for the avian collection, including cranes and Attwater’s Prairie Chicken. You will support APC Recovery and SSP/SAFE activities while assisting with the Texas Horned Lizard project.

The role requires physical effort and weekend availability. Ideal candidates have a biology background or avian collection experience, good Excel/Word skills, and a willingness to train on Fossil Rim APC Database.

Qualifications

• University degree in Biology, Zoology, or related field, or 2 year’s experience in a professional avian collection preferred.
• Interest in captive breeding/release programs.
• Understanding of the biology of galliformes and other birds.
• Experience in hand raising birds.
• Public speaking experience.
• Familiarity with PCs and competent with Excel and Microsoft Word, and trained on the Fossil Rim APC Database.
• Professional, mature, and team-oriented conduct.
• Willingness to accept responsibility for the care of the collection.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily care and maintenance of the Avian collection.
• Relief coverage for the Texas horned lizard collection.
• Care for facilities with cleaning and light maintenance.
• Assist the Animal Care Department with procedures as needed.
• Attend Attwater’s Recovery Team meetings when possible.
• Assist the Avian Curator by producing reports and records.
• Assist Animal Health Dept with daily treatments.
• Provide training and supervision for avian interns.
• Maintain regular attendance and be available for after-hours and weekend calls.

Skills

Public speaking

PowerPoint

Word

Excel

Team player

Bird-handling

Education

Biology/Zoology degree or 2 years avian collection experience

Tools

APC Database

Job description

Fossil Rim Wildlife Center, Inc. in Glen Rose, TX is seeking an Animal Care Specialist Avian to care for the avian collection, including cranes and Attwater’s Prairie Chicken. You will support APC Recovery and SSP/SAFE activities while assisting with the Texas Horned Lizard project.

The role requires physical effort and weekend availability. Ideal candidates have a biology background or avian collection experience, good Excel/Word skills, and a willingness to train on Fossil Rim APC Database.