Seasonal Animal Care Worker-Potter Park Zoo - Michigan Staffing : Job Details

Applications are accepted until there are sufficient numbers of qualified applicants or a qualified candidate has been identified. The position could possibly close at any time.

Under the supervision of the Animal Care Supervisor, assists keepers in the daily husbandry tasks. Also receives direction from Keeper 500s and Guest Experience Supervisor. Maintains hand-written and electronic records related to animal care. Provides exceptional husbandry for animals as assigned. Provides excellent guest services at all times. Must always strive to maintain best practices as established by AZA and exceed USDA guidelines.

• Performs a wide range of basic animal husbandry tasks. This may include diet preparation and distribution, bathing, grooming, providing enrichment, exhibit inspection, stocking and cleaning (raking, sweeping, hosing, washing, scrubbing, etc.)
• Helps maintain AZA and USDA standards of cleanliness in keeper areas and storage areas.
• Interacts positively with zoo visitors and coworkers creating an exceptional guest experience.
• Provides daily assessment of health and behavior of animals in assigned animal area. All observations and concerns must be reported to a full time keeper in the associated animal area immediately.
• Maintains hand written and electronic records regarding the care of animals and work assignment progress as directed.
• Responds to emergency situations as necessary and keeps up to date on all facility protocols and procedures.

• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Must adhere to departmental standards in regard to HIPAA and other privacy issues.
• During a public health emergency, the employee may be required to perform duties similar to, but not limited, to those in his/her job description.

Education: High School Diploma or equivalent

Experience: Prior animal experience and customer service experience preferred

Demonstrates effective communication skills by engaging respectfully and effectively with individuals of all backgrounds and perspectives to promote clarity, understanding, and collaboration.

Other Requirements: Must have a negative TB test

1. This position works in both an indoor and outdoor environment. While indoors, there is no planned exposure to notable lights, noises, odors, temperatures or weather conditions. While outdoors, exposure to lights, noises, odors, temperatures or weather conditions cannot be controlled and may be extreme.

2. This position operates non-powered hand tools such as utility knives, hammers, pliers, wrenches, screwdrivers, chisels, saws, etc.

3. This position is exposed to variety of hazards such as traffic, moving vehicles, moving mechanical parts, electrical current, slippery surfaces, chemicals, cleaning solutions, oils, hazardous materials, etc.

4. This position is exposed to air quality conditions such as fumes, odors