Limited Duration: Animal Keeper - Primates (Part-Time)

Association Of Zoos & Aquariums; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading organization in animal care seeks a passionate Animal Keeper for their Primates area. The position offers the opportunity to work closely with various primate species, contributing to their care and well-being while supporting conservation and education efforts.

Qualifications

• Three years professional animal keeper experience with primates.
• Knowledge of animal well-being and care standards.

Responsibilities

• Observe and report on animal behavior and health.
• Perform daily husbandry and cleaning of animal environments.
• Administer medications as prescribed and maintain health records.

Skills

Animal husbandry practices

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in biology, zoology, or related

Job description

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If interested in applying for this opportunity, visit our website (www.oregonmetro.gov/jobs) by June 23, to submit your application.

The Oregon Zoo has a reputation for leading groundbreaking research, participates in local and global conservation efforts, and strives to exceed AZA animal welfare standard. The zoo is also deeply committed to sustainability and conservation education. Thanks to a generous $380 million voter approved bond measure, the zoo is transforming into a game changing facility welfare, species and habitat conservation outcomes, and green building practices.

We are excited to provide an opportunity to join the team as a part-time, limited duration Animal Keeper in the Primates area. If you ‘re passionate about wildlife and have a deep interest in primates, this could be the perfect role for you. In this position, you’ll play a vital role in the care and well-being of primates, including chimpanzees, orangutans, gibbons, monkeys, lemurs, and other small mammals. As an Animal Keeper, you’ll be responsible for a variety of tasks, including daily husbandry activities and other essential duties that contribute to the health and enrichment of the animals in our care.

Oregon Zoo / Metro

Limited Duration: Animal Keeper - Primates (Part-Time)

If interested in applying for this opportunity, visit our website (www.oregonmetro.gov/jobs) by June 23, to submit your application. The Oregon Zoo has a reputation for leading groundbreaking research, participates in local and global conservation efforts, and strives to exceed AZA animal welfare standard. The zoo is also deeply committed to sustainability and conservation education. Thanks to a generous $380 million voter approved bond measure, the zoo is transforming into a game changing facility welfare, species and habitat conservation outcomes, and green building practices. We are excited to provide an opportunity to join the team as a part-time, limited duration Animal Keeper in the Primates area. If you ‘re passionate about wildlife and have a deep interest in primates, this could be the perfect role for you. In this position, you’ll play a vital role in the care and well-being of primates, including chimpanzees, orangutans, gibbons, monkeys, lemurs, and other small mammals. As an Animal Keeper, you’ll be responsible for a variety of tasks, including daily husbandry activities and other essential duties that contribute to the health and enrichment of the animals in our care. As the Animal Keeper - Primatesyou will:

• Observe animals to identify normal and abnormal behavior, reproductive behavior, eating habits, health problems, injuries, and adjustment to diet changes or response to medication. Identify and report concerns to supervisor; involvement in corrective actions.
• Stay up to date on current industry care standards for the designated species, including but not limited to feeding strategies, introduction methods, breeding and rearing practices, social management, training practices and strategies, and engaging enrichment.
• Utilize the principles of operant conditioning to facilitate daily husbandry, behavioral modification, and medical procedures.
• Service a variety of animal environments including cleaning and disinfecting holdings, yards, pools, and food and water receptacles.
• Check conditions of animal environments to assess security and safety for animals. Initiate corrective actions for deficiencies.
• Feed animals in a species-specific manner, report on consumption and recommend diet modifications as needed
• Instigate or provide suggestions for enrichment programs/items which demonstrate knowledge of designated species’ natural biology and individual animal needs; provide designated enrichment to species under care.
• Administer medications, as prescribed by veterinarians. Inform veterinarian and supervisor of response to medication or other treatments and address concerns as needed
• Perform or assist with general husbandry tasks, regularly communicate with supervisor regarding husbandry.
  May assist with capture, restraint, or segregation of animals for transfer or medical treatment.
• May be involved with developing materials for education purposes and presenting education materials to the public. Conduct informative and professional talks and tours through area of responsibility.
• Keep concise, objective records regarding diet, daily animal health and behavior, births, deaths and transfers.
• Maintain animal care standards and work in compliance with all USDA and AZA rules, regulations, and guidelines, as well as safety rules, OSHA standards, work rules, and Zoo and area policies and procedures
• Contribute to a positive team atmosphere thorough the daily coordination of work with colleagues, supervisors, gardeners, custodians, security, maintenance and other zoo staff
• Effectively communicate to managers, team members other zoo departments and guests.

Attributes for success

Knowledge of animal husbandry practices for species under care Comfort and experience working with exotic and potentially dangerous animals in a safety-oriented work environment Strong written and verbal communication skills. Contribute to a positive team atmosphere and contribute in a close, team-oriented environment. Ability to successfully train animal behaviors from inception through completion. Passion for animal care and conservation.

TO QUALIFY We will consider any combination of relevant work experience, volunteering, education, and transferable skills as qualifying unless an item or section is labeled required. Please be clear and specific in your application materials on how your background is relevant. Minimum qualifications

Three years professional animal keeper experience working with primates and Bachelor’s degree in biology, zoology, or related subjects relevant to the care of zoo animals or Any combination of education and experience that provides the necessary knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the classification duties and responsibilities.

Required

Valid driver's license

Shift:The schedule will be tailored to meet operational needs, typically it will be Friday-Monday, 7am-12pm; 20 hours per week. Limited Duration:Expected end date for this position is 6/30/2027 but could end earlier based on business needs. Start Date:This position is currently under budget review and pending council approval. If approved, the selected candidate would begin in the role after July 1, 2025. If this statement is true for you, then you may be ineligible to apply If you were terminated for cause during any employment with Metro, or resigned in lieu of termination, you may be ineligible for rehire for a minimum of 3 years. Like to have qualifications You do not need to have the following preferred qualifications/transferable skills to qualify. However, keep in mind we may consider them when identifying the most qualified candidates. Your transferable skills are any skills you have gained through education, work experience, including the military, or life experience that are relevant for this position.

One year working with dangerous animals One year working with great apes

SCREENING AND EVALUATION The application packet:The application packet consists of the following required documents. Please ensure that you upload these documents in your online application.Make sure your application is complete, missing any part of these items could result in anincomplete application and will not be moved forward in the recruitment.

A complete online application Responses to supplemental questions

The selection process:We expect to evaluate candidates for this recruitment as follows. The selection process is subject to change.

Initial review of minimum qualifications In-depth evaluation of application materials to identify the most qualified candidates Consideration of top candidates/interviews Testing/assessments (if applicable) Reference check Background, driving records check for finalist candidate (if applicable)

COMPENSATION, BENEFITS AND REPRESENTATON The full-salary range for this position is step 1: $29.95 to step 5: $40.16 per hour.However, unless a candidate’s qualifications justify, based on theOregon Pay Equity Act requirementsand Metro’s internal equity review process, the appointment will likely be made between step 1: $29.95 to the equity range step 3: $35.05 per hour. This position iseligible for overtimeand isrepresented by Liuna union. It is classified as anAnimal Keeper. Classification descriptions are typically written broadly and do not include the specific duties and responsibilities of the positions.View the classification description. Questions? Talent Acquisition Specialist:Megan Warneke Email:[e-mail]

Further Comments

DIVERSITY AND INCLUSIONAt Metro, we strive to cultivate diversity, advance equity, and practice inclusion in all of its work. This means attracting and empowering a workforce that is inclusive of a broad range of human qualities. Workplace diversity is both a moral imperative and a business strength, essential to providing quality support and services to our region. Metro’s goal is to hire, develop and retain highly skilled and talented individuals across all departments and programs who best reflect the diversity of our community.

Salary

$29.95 - $40.16 Hourly

How to Apply

To apply for this opporunity, visit our website by June 23 to submit your application.

Here is a direct link to our posting

https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/oregonmetro/jobs/4965356/limited-duration-animal-keeper-primates-part-time?pagetype=jobOpportunitiesJobs

Oregon Zoo / Metro
Portland, OR