Zoological Specialist, Assoc. (Small Mammal) Position Available In Orange, Florida

Zoological Specialist, Assoc. (Small Mammal)
Discovery Cove Orlando
time type
Part time
posted on
Posted 2 Days Ago
job requisition id

JR123778

At Discovery Cove Orlando, we’re passionate about caring for animals. In fact, we’ve already rescued over 40,000 animals (and counting!). And we can save you from being stuck in just another job. Join us and help bring joy, excitement, and lasting memories to people from around the world. We’re seeking enthusiastic, dedicated, and hard-working individuals to be our Ambassadors. Join us and play an important part on our incredible team!
What you get to do:
We have Animal Trainer positions in a variety of levels. All of them offer you the chance to provide care andpassionate training to a variety of magnificent animals. You will perform daily husbandry tasks, including administering vitamins and medications as directed, preparing food, and maintaining a safe and sanitary working area for all animal habitats. Support animal ambassadors Observe animals and report any abnormalities to supervisor and team
Maintain all animal records and equipment
Ensure working environment follows established guidelines and safety procedures
Consistently display consideration, tolerance, cooperation, openmunication, and reliability
Support education and general public guest presentations in order to develop speaking skills and stage presence
Proactively engage with guests and respond to guest inquiries
Help prepare educational aspects of guest presentations
Serve as secondary animal person and safety spotter when needed
Act as primary trainer when approved and as directed by leadership
Work with animals on basic behavior and behavioral modification techniques under supervision
Representpany in public relations or media situations/events
Perform primary roles as assigned by area leadership
Engage in and execute all aspects of guest interaction programs
Work with animals using behavioral modification techniques as instructed
Train behavior topletion under minimal supervision
As a 365 day/year operation, candidates are expected to provide flexible availability to support year-round operating needs. This may include, but is not limited to, working opening, mid-day and closing shifts during peak and non-peak seasons, as well as weekends and holidays.
What else is important:
Experience working with small mammals
Able to lift, push, pull and/or carry up to 50 lbs.
Position engages in extensive walking and standing throughout entire work shift and climb/ascend heights, if needed
Perform the following physical activities: kneeling, squatting, bend floor-to waist/waist-to-overhead, reach overhead, simple grasp and fine hand manipulation tasks (use of tools/keyboard/writing)
Able to work indoors and outdoors, in varying weather, to include extreme heat. Position may be exposed to fumes, dust, odors and cold/heat temperature extremes
Perform cleaning duties; including use of cleaning chemicals
Flexible in work as placement will depend on business needs and career development opportunities
Position level and Compensation rate will be contingent on professional zoological animal care experience at an AZA or equivalent facility. Level is determined through review and assessment of applicable experience by Zoo leadership. Experience required for each level is detailed below:

Associate:

Entry level position

Specialist:

Minimum of 12 months (2,080 hours) professional zoological experience

Senior:

Minimum of 2.5 years (5,200 hours) professional zoological experience
Senior 1: Minimum of 5 years (10,400 hours) professional zoological experience
The perks of the position: Ambassadors will enjoy a fun, fast-paced environment, and great teammates, as well as:
FREE park admission
Discounts on park admission tickets and passes for family and friends
Park discounts on food, merchandise, etc.
Scholarship opportunities
Exclusive employee events and giveaways