<h5>Facility</h5>
<p>Phoenix Zoo</p>
<h5>Closing Date</h5><p>
[jobclosingdate]</p>
<h6>Description</h6>
The Phoenix Zoo is looking for a Collection Manager for our Hoofstock animals. Under direction of the Animal Curator, the Collection Manager is responsible for the organization and operation of the Hoofstock department through effective management of staff, animal care and facilities.  This individual will supervise and manage a team of keepers and ensure husbandry and behavioral management practices that support the Phoenix Zoo’s mission and core values. Currently, the Hoofstock trail has 8 employees. The Collection Manager must effectively recruit and train staff, maintain the schedule and payroll duties, and conduct performance management. Additionally, the Collection Manager must create, foster and maintain a positive team-orientated work environment through effective leadership communication, coaching and mentoring. Extensive animal knowledge is needed as the individual in this position will be expected to evaluate and maintain the care and well-being of the animals on the assigned trail and apply established husbandry, nutritional and behavioral management standards. Presentation skills will be key as well as this position will occasionally conduct tours and assist with media and interviews, and assist with the development of interpretive material, messaging and 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. The Hoofstock trail has the pleasure of caring for many of them, including our flagship species, the Arabian Oryx.
<h6>Education and Pre-requisites</h6>
Minimum requirements for this position include a Bachelor’s degree in life science or equivalent experience, 5 years’ experience working with exotic animal husbandry at an accredited AZA institution or related facility, 3 years’ supervisory experience preferred. Applicants must demonstrate proven organizational skills with the ability to multi-task and meet deadlines, excellent oral and written communication, interpersonal and managerial skills, and an ability to successfully solve complex problems and serve as resource to others.All Phoenix Zoo employees are requires to pass pre-employment background checks including a drug test, this position also requires a valid driver’s license and clear annual TB testing.
<h6>Compensation and benefits</h6>
This full time, year-round exempt level position has an hourly wage of $15.75 - $17.72, DOE, and comes with our full benefits package that includes medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k) with company match, and generous paid time off.
<h6>Application instructions</h6>
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=656&amp;AppliTrackLayoutMode=detail&amp;AppliTrackViewPosting=1

Resumés 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.  
