Facility

Roer’s Zoofari (formerly Reston Zoo)

Closing Date

Description

Prepares animal diets which vary widely among the many types of animals maintained; cuts fruit, shreds meat, mixes grains, hauls hay and alfalfa bales and fills water tubs and pools; prepares special diets such as baby bottles formula; prepares bulk amounts of food in tubs. Observes and monitors the health of the collection including threatened or endangered animals. Cleans animal areas and holding facilities. Captures and restrains animals for loading and shipping or for routine or non-routine medical procedures. Prepares and maintains records of all aspects of animal managements. Driving of Zoo employee may be required for supply needs, diet deliveries, animal transporting or dump runs.

Education and Pre-requisites

Two years coursework from an accredited college or university or any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities

Compensation and benefits

Compensation Varies depending on education and experience

Benefits include health insurance

Application instructions

Please email Mario@roerszoofari.com with resume