Job Postings

Keeper I – Reptiles

Facility

Phoenix Zoo

Closing Date
April 28, 2014
Description

The Phoenix Zoo is seeking a part-time keeper to join our Reptiles team. This person will be responsible for routine animal husbandry, monitoring diets and consumption, observing and reporting animal behavior, performing behavioral enrichment and animal training, and providing positive guest experiences.

The Phoenix Zoo was born of a spirit of community and the efforts of small group of dedicated volunteers, and carefully nurtured through the support of millions. We have enjoyed a truly remarkable first 50+ years. Come be a part of our next 50 years and inspire millions more, connecting them with the natural world in new and fascinating ways. A cultural destination and a conservation organization, the Phoenix Zoo is now home to more than 1,400 animals, including 30 species that are endangered or threatened.

Education and Pre-requisites

Minimum requirements include 6 months paid or 1 year volunteer experience in animal husbandry, possession of a valid driver’s license, and a preference for a candidate with a bachelor’s degree in Life Science or related field. All Phoenix Zoo employees are required to pass pre-employment background checks including a drug test, this position will also require annual TB testing.

Compensation and benefits

Not specified.

Application instructions

To view a more complete description and list of requirements, and to apply for this position please visit the Phoenix Zoo job page at:

http://phoenixzoo.org/careers/?AppliTrackJobId=647&AppliTrackLayoutMode=detail&AppliTrackViewPosting=1

Resumes are not accepted for any Zoo position without an accompanying application. While postings may remain on outside sites for longer, once a job is removed from The Phoenix Zoo job page it is closed and we will no longer accept applications.

The Phoenix Zoo is an EEOE/ADA employer.