<h5>Facility</h5>
<p>African Safari Wildlife Park</p>
<h5>Closing Date</h5><p>
[jobclosingdate]</p>
<h6>Description</h6>
•	Reports directly to the Director of Wildlife (DOW)
•	Will gain knowledge of all AZA and USDA standards of care and husbandry related to the animal collection
•	Will assist DOW in oversight of the Capture Team including training, qualification, drill practice and feedback, maintenance of equipment, and record keeping
•	Responsible for maintenance of the MSDS books for the Veterinary Clinic and Keeper areas
•	Responsible for compiling and keeping current the Animal Diet Book.  Will participate in animal diet and nutrition determination 
•	Will work with the DOW and keeper staff to create/ document enrichment, and participate in additions or changes in enrichment practice
•	Will assist the Veterinarian in medical procedures.  Responsible for cleaning and maintenance of the Veterinary Clinic
•	Responsible for supervision of the keeper staff in the absence of the DOW including scheduling changes and job performance
•	Will assist the keeper staff in the performance of their duties
•	As needed with the assistance of the keeper staff will determine the need for veterinary intervention and make the necessary contacts
•	Will ensure optimum husbandry of the animal collection in the absence of the DOW
•	Responsible for park shutdown including gates and Walk-Thru
•	Will report all concerns as necessary to the DOW
•	Works with the DOW in exhibit design and alternation
•	Together with the DOW responsible to assist in maintaining appropriate USFWS permits, USDA records and reports and compliance with all state and federal regulations related to the animal collection

<h6>Education and Pre-requisites</h6>
•	Bachelor’s degree in related field preferred
•	Knowledge of animal husbandry in a wide variety of species 
•	Five years’ experience working with exotic animals
•	Excellent people and team building skills
•	Knowledge of animal needs in exhibit design 
•	Veterinary technician skills helpful
•	Strong computer skills 
•	Excellent public speaking and communication skills 
•	Capable of problem solving and crisis management
•	Ability to multi-task
•	Experience in management preferred 


<h6>Compensation and benefits</h6>
To be Determined. 
<h6>Application instructions</h6>
How to apply: 
1.	Visit Jobs at African Safari Wildlife Park to complete the application. 
2.	Email completed application, cover letter and resume to info@africansafariwildlifepark.com 
If you have questions please call 800-521-2660 

