Facility
Tigers For Tomorrow at Untamed Mountain
Closing Date
July 26, 2016Description
Tigers For Tomorrow is located in the North Eastern region of Alabama, 1 Hour from Birmingham. We have an immediate opening for an Animal Care Specialist to join our team and participate with caring for our collection of 175 animals including equines, farm animals, small mammals,big cats, bears, wolves, birds, & more.
Job duties consist of but are not limited to;
Daily inspections of animals and documentation,
Preparation of food for animals including meat pick up and daily food prep.
Cleaning of , barns, stalls , exhibits and commissary
Educational Tours, Keeper Talks and participation in Fundraisers.
Handling of animals, transporting animals to playground
Assist with veterinary care
Assist with clearing, building and erecting of new exhibits and reconstruction and repair of existing exhibits and buildings.
Grounds work and landscaping
Education and Pre-requisites
EDUCATION AND PRE-REQUISITES
1. BS degree in Biology/Zoology or related field or equivalent education, experience, and training. MINIMUM 1 Year Previous full-time paid experience in a zoological institution, (INTERSHIPS DO NOT COUNT as experience,) and ability to work in a harmonious manner with staff, volunteers and supervisors. Previous Big Cat Experience required.
2. Must be able to do some heavy lifting of at least 50 pounds.
3. Must be able to work in unfavorable weather conditions including rain, snow, extreme heat, and freezing temperatures.
4. Must have a positive attitude, a good work ethic and arrive to work on time and work late if necessary.
5. Must be able to follow instructions and required policies and procedures.
6. Must be honest, trustworthy and organized and be passionate about working with animals.
7. Must have valid driver’s license and social security card.
8. One [1] letter of reference/recommendation.
Compensation and benefits
Salary is dependent upon education and experience.
Application instructions
Please apply by sending a cover letter and resume to untamedmountain@gmail.com