Temporary Animal Keeper - Hoofstock/Primate Unit

About the role

The Akron Zoo is seeking a Temporary Animal Keeper for a six-month paid position, 40 hours per week. The goal of this position is to provide the opportunity to gain valuable husbandry experience within an AZA-accredited facility, as well as growth in depth of knowledge within specific taxa. We are seeking candidates with excellent communication and interpersonal skills and a mature attitude, as well as a strong conservation ethic, in order to provide high standards of care for assigned areas.

Responsibilities

• Provide high standards of care for assigned areas within the Hoofstock/Primate unit
• Work and develop progressive knowledge of animal care and welfare for hoofstock and primates
• Care for SSP species including Yellow-Backed Duikers, Tufted Deer, White-Faced Saki, Cotton-Top Tamarin, Golden-lion Tamarins, and White-Cheeked Gibbons
• Perform physical work including climbing and walking on uneven terrain; entering and wading into pools; climbing hills, stairs and ladders; wearing PPE; lifting up to 50 lbs.; and working outside in all weather conditions

Requirements

• A four-year degree is strongly preferred; a minimum of an associate’s degree or equivalent is required
• Must be available weekends, holidays, and for a flexible schedule
• Ability to meet all other requirements of the job
• Negative TB test within the last year
• DPT vaccination

Schedule

40 hours per week, including weekends, holidays, and a flexible schedule.

Pay

$13.00/hour