Application deadline: January 15, 2014. To apply, visit www.oregonmetro.gov/jobs for the complete job announcement and a link to our online hiring center.

The Zoo Registrar serves as a member of the animal management team, responsible for maintaining the zoo’s animal records and permits according to industry and legal standards, assisting in the development and implementation of the zoo's collections management policy and the resulting collection plans.

The ideal candidate for this position will have a proven track record of responsibilities, including managing the institution's animal records and related policies, validating the quality of recorded data and ensuring the legal compliance of all animal transactions. The 

Registrar also serves as liaison to relevant government agencies, other zoological institutions and conservation organizations, including Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) and the International Species Information System (ISIS), specific to the role of the Registrar function. This position  reports to the Deputy Director of Living Collections.

The Oregon Zoo is a service of Metro. Metro is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.