<h5>Facility</h5>
<p>Zoo Boise</p>
<h5>Closing Date</h5><p>
[jobclosingdate]</p>
<h6>Description</h6>
Zoo Boise is currently seeking a full-time Zoo keeper.  This position will work with a variety of Animals.

Job duties consist of but are not limited to;
 1. Daily inspections and care of animals and daily documentation.
 2. Cleaning of exhibits.
 3. Operant conditioning of the animals and behavioral enrichment.
 4. Educational Tours, Keeper Talks and animal encounters.
 5. Handling of animals, crating animals for transport and participation with the Emergency Response Team.
 6. Assist with veterinary care as needed.
 7. Assist with building and erecting of new exhibits and reconstruction and repair of existing exhibits and buildings.
 8. Maintenance of grounds in and around exhibits.
9. Other duties as assigned by supervisor.
<h6>Education and Pre-requisites</h6>
 1.BS degree in Biology/Zoology or related field or equivalent education, experience, and training.
 2. MINIMUM 2 Year Previous full-time experience in a zoological institution and ability to work in a harmonious manner with staff, volunteers, and supervisors.
 3. Must be able to do some heavy lifting of at least 50 pounds.
 4. Must be able to work in unfavorable weather conditions including rain, snow, extreme heat, and freezing temperatures.
 5. Must have a positive attitude, a good work ethic and arrive to work on time and work late if necessary.
 6. Must be able to follow instructions and required policies and procedures.
 7. Must be honest, trustworthy and organized and be passionate about working with animals.
8. Up to date vaccinations including for Tetanus and be TB Negative
9. Must be able to pass a criminal background check and drug testing.
<h6>Compensation and benefits</h6>
See Details at http://agency.governmentjobs.com/boiseid/default.cfm
<h6>Application instructions</h6>
See complete job description and application process at http://agency.governmentjobs.com/boiseid/default.cfm
Resume' must be attached to application.  No applications will be accepted without using the Neogov online application process.
NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE.
