Description

The Dickerson Park Zoo is seeking the next Zoo keeper. The Zoo's animal collection is composed of many species managed through the Species Survival Plan of the Association of Zoos and Aquariums. The Zoo participates in AZA SAFE programs for threatened species such as giraffes, radiated tortoise, and cheetahs. Our Zoo keepers are a part of a collaborative team environment, that work closely with veterinary staff, education and maintenance.

This position will work primarily in the Tropical Asia section of Dickerson Park Zoo, focusing on our zoo's Asian elephants, Malayan tigers and Siamang gibbons. We are looking for an individual with experience in animal husbandry and operant conditioning that works well in a team atmosphere and fast paced environment. Experience working with Elephants is preferred.

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Dickerson Park Zoo supports more than twenty programs to save animals in the wild. Having met their rigorous standards, the Zoo has been accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums since 1986.

Benefits include:

Generous paid leave
Paid pension retirement
Paid health insurance
and MUCH MORE!
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Qualifications and Requirements

Experience, Education, and Training

Requires two years of experience in an animal science-related area including the care of domestic, native, and exotic animals.
A combination of education and experience can substitute for the required work experience on a year-for-year basis.
Experience requirements must be commensurate with the specialty area associated with current vacancy.

Functions

For more information on essential functions and other requirements, please see the job description.

Other Requirements

Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability and Vet

The City of Springfield promotes equal employment opportunities to all without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with a disability, or other legally protected status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.

Individuals with disabilities who believe they will need an accommodation to undergo any part of the interview, examination, or pre-employment process, should request a reasonable accommodation in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act prior to the testing or appointment. Requests should be requested by contacting City of Springfield Human Resources by phone, 417-864-1607, or in person at the Municipal Busch Building, 840 Boonville Ave. Springfield, MO 65802.

Proof of United States Citizenship/Authorization to Work in the United States as established by the Immigration Reform Act of 1986 is a condition of employment. We are committed to a drug-free workplace. Pre-employment drug testing is required.

All interested candidates MUST complete the City of Springfield on-line application in its entirety. The candidate profile must include all employment history with accurate and complete information prior to submission. Resumes alone will not be accepted as the application, but they may be submitted as supplemental documentation.

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