Carnivore Care Specialist

Lincoln Park Zoological Society; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free admission to Lincoln Park Zoo

On-site parking

Health Savings Account contribution

Job summary

Lincoln Park Zoo is seeking a dedicated keeper to provide daily care for a diverse range of species in a busy urban zoo. The role involves feeding, housing maintenance, enrichment planning, and participating in welfare discussions with veterinary and science staff.

The position requires a high school diploma (GED acceptable) and experience in zoo settings; a Biological Sciences degree is preferred. Expect full-time on-site work including weekends and holidays.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Degree in Biological Sciences preferred.
• Experience in zoo animal care desirable.
• Ability to move heavy items and operate basic cleaning/maintenance tools.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily care to animals and enclosures, including cleaning, feeding, watering, and training.
• Participate in operant conditioning sessions and maintain training records.
• Develop and evaluate enrichment activities for welfare.
• Assist in education programs and guest interactions as needed.
• Maintain safety and cleanliness of habitats and facilities.

Skills

Animal husbandry

Behavior knowledge

Record keeping

Observation skills

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Biological sciences degree preferred

Job description

Lincoln Park Zoo is seeking a dedicated keeper to provide daily care for a diverse range of species in a busy urban zoo. The role involves feeding, housing maintenance, enrichment planning, and participating in welfare discussions with veterinary and science staff.

The position requires a high school diploma (GED acceptable) and experience in zoo settings; a Biological Sciences degree is preferred. Expect full-time on-site work including weekends and holidays.