Carnivores Zookeeper: Care, Enrichment & Conservation

Tulsa Zoo Management; Tulsa (OK); On-site; USD 17,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free family-level Tulsa Zoo membership

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

401k

Unlimited virtual mental health visits

Discounts on food, beverage, andRetail

Generous paid time off

Job summary

Tulsa Zoo Management, Inc. is seeking a Zookeeper – Carnivores to care for carnivore species, maintain exhibits, prepare diets, and support veterinary procedures. You will engage in enrichment, educational outreach, and animal training under the supervision of Zoological Supervisors.

A Bachelor’s degree in a related field and exotic animal experience are preferred. You will work full-time, hourly and nonexempt, with benefits from day one.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in biology, zoology, animal science, environmental resources, wildlife management or related field.
• Six months exotic animal experience or training; generally one year of full-time exotic animal experience equals one year of college.
• Ability to read and comprehend documents; write routine reports and correspondence; communicate effectively before groups and the public.
• Ability to work with potentially dangerous animals (large ungulates, carnivores, venomous animals).
• MS Word, MS Excel; ZIMS a plus; Internet Browser proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Daily care, diet preparation, and observation of assigned animal collection.
• Maintain exhibits and holding units; assist with enrichment and safety.
• Assist with veterinary procedures and routine medical treatments as directed.
• Train, supervise, and oversee volunteers/interns; ensure safety.
• Maintain accurate daily observations and records; report findings to supervisors.

Skills

Reading & Writing

Communication

Safety Awareness

Education

Bachelor’s degree in biology/zoology/animal science/environmental resources/wildlife management

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

ZIMS

Job description

Tulsa Zoo Management, Inc. is seeking a Zookeeper – Carnivores to care for carnivore species, maintain exhibits, prepare diets, and support veterinary procedures. You will engage in enrichment, educational outreach, and animal training under the supervision of Zoological Supervisors.

A Bachelor’s degree in a related field and exotic animal experience are preferred. You will work full-time, hourly and nonexempt, with benefits from day one.