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Binder Park Zoo

Zookeeper, Full-Time

Pay: Not specified
Posted: 5 weeks ago
Location: Battle Creek, MI (Onsite)
Last Updated: 2 weeks ago
Hours: Full-Time
Expires: 10/1/2026

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What they do

An Animal Care Worker or Manager manages animal care and grooming for a retail store that sells pets or for a pet grooming business. May also provide animal care and grooming at a kennel. Works with animals in shelters or rescue organizations. Works primarily with dogs and cats. Assists veterinarians with vaccinations or other procedures; screens people who want to adopt an animal from a shelter and provides information about caring for animals.

$31,714 / year median in Michigan

+11% projected growth

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Job Description

ZOOKEEPER
Mission Statement:
To Connect, Inspire, Conserve. Connect people with nature. Inspire them to conserve.
REPORTS TO
Collections Supervisor
SEASONAL/NON-SEASONAL
: Non-seasonal, Benefited
FLSA STATUS
Hourly, Non-Exempt
POSITION SUMMARY
To assist the zoo in accomplishing its mission while providing daily care of a variety of exotic and domestic animals.
POSITION REQUIREMENTS
Four year related degree OR a two year related degree AND two years' paid experience in an animal related field. Minimum one year experience caring for captive wildlife in a zoo setting. Experience working with giraffe, African hoofstock and / or primates a plus. Excellent communication, judgment and record keeping skills. Possessing a strong interest in working with animals and people. Proof of negative TB test within one year and proof of tetanus shot within ten years.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Daily cleaning, feeding, and observing a group of potentially dangerous animals in a designated area. Implement animal behavioral programs (operant conditioning/enrichment). Maintaining accurate records. Daily informing supervisor and veterinarian on physical and behavioral health of the animals in their areas. Responsible for the upkeep and maintenance of exhibits, guest viewing areas and animal holding areas. Assisting with veterinary procedures as needed. Complying with all AZA and USDA standards and regulations. Relate positively with diverse groups of people, including guests, staff, volunteers and vendors.
OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Providing assistance to co-workers, zoo attendants, interns and volunteers when needed. Responsible for giving keeper talks. Complying with safety regulations when handling hazardous materials. Interacting positively with guests and providing assistance when needed. Complying with all Binder Park Zoo policies and procedures. Participating in team oriented zoo projects as needed.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
N/A
PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS
Ability to work long hours on a flexible schedule including weekends, evenings, holidays and emergencies. Ability to read, speak and write English in order to fulfill job functions in an understandable way. Ability to lift and carry 50 lbs. Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions and in a physically demanding environment.