Zoo Animal Care Specialist

Herschend Family Entertainment Corporation; Valdosta (GA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Herschend Family Entertainment Corporation is seeking a dedicated individual to oversee exhibit operations for the animal collection. You will handle animal husbandry, exhibit maintenance, and holding area management while supporting the development of an animal training program for public demonstrations.

The role involves documenting animal health, feeding, and behavior, and working with curators, supervisors, and zoo directors to ensure optimal habitats and facility care.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid Georgia Driver's License or ability to obtain one within 30 days of employment.
• Must be at least 18 years old; read, write, and speak English.
• Outdoor work in all weather; exposure to dust, odors, chemicals, and blood-borne pathogens.

Responsibilities

• Feed and water animals according to schedules and feeding instructions.
• Clean, organize, maintain, and disinfect animal quarters, exhibits, and equipment.
• Respond to questions from patrons and provide information about animals.
• Order, unload, and store feed and supplies.
• Collect and record animal information (weight, health, treatments, food intake).
• Observe children around animals to ensure safety.
• Install, maintain, and repair animal care facility equipment.
• Contribute to animal care and exhibit management with supervisors and directors.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Communication, Oral

Adaptability

Communication, Written

Applied Learning

Accuracy

Customer Oriented

Detail Oriented

Responsible

Relationship Building

Time Management

Self-Motivated

Job description

Herschend Family Entertainment Corporation is seeking a dedicated individual to oversee exhibit operations for the animal collection. You will handle animal husbandry, exhibit maintenance, and holding area management while supporting the development of an animal training program for public demonstrations.

The role involves documenting animal health, feeding, and behavior, and working with curators, supervisors, and zoo directors to ensure optimal habitats and facility care.