Zoo Keeper III - Ectotherms

About the role

The Chattanooga Zoo is seeking an exceptional zookeeper with a passion for reptiles and amphibians to join our ectotherm team. The position involves daily care for a diverse collection including:

• Chelonians: Aldabra tortoises, Forsten's tortoises, Radiated tortoises, Roti Island Snake Neck Turtles, Spider tortoises
• Snakes: Burmese python, Bushmaster, Gaboon Viper, Santa Catalina Island Rattlesnakes, Eastern Indigo Snake
• Lizards: Komodo Dragon, Giant Horned Lizards, Beaded Lizards
• American and Chinese Alligators
• Amphibians: Panamanian Golden Frogs, Eastern Hellbender, Dart Frogs

Responsibilities

• Perform routine animal husbandry to maintain care and well-being of the animals
• Provide daily care including administration of food, water, and medication
• Develop and implement training and enrichment programs for all animals in the area
• Maintain area compliance with USDA and AZA regulations and standards
• Complete daily log reports regarding animal health and behavior
• Perform routine maintenance of physical area and enclosures
• Assist in veterinary procedures and medication distribution
• Participate in special projects as needed
• Maintain accurate records for husbandry care, training, and enrichment

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in animal science, zoology, life science, or similar field
• Minimum of 5 years professional animal care experience at an AZA-accredited facility or comparable institution
• Knowledge of exotic animal care in a zoo setting
• Venomous handling experience preferred
• Experience in an AZA-accredited institution is preferred
• Open availability, including weekends and holidays, as the animal care schedule necessitates

Any combination of equivalent education and experience that successfully performs the essential functions of the position will be considered.

Benefits

The Friends of the Zoo, Inc (Chattanooga Zoo) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities.