Zoological Specialist Aviculture
Zoological Specialist Aviculture
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Job Description
At Discovery Cove Orlando were passionate about caring for animals. In fact weve already rescued over 40000 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. Were seeking enthusiastic dedicated and hardworking individuals to become our Ambassadors. Join us and play an important part on our incredible team!
What you get to do:
As an Associate Aviculturist at Discovery Cove you will:
- Maintain husbandry of multiple species of exotic birds in a large freeflight aviary.
- Interact with park guests and facilitate positive interactions between birds and guests.
- Participate in animal interaction programs with park guests; i.e. Flamingo Mingle and Animal Trek.
- Perform daily food prep and feeding of Discovery Cove bird collection.
- Maintain safe and sanitary work areas and animal environments. Ensure safe work practices and procedures by following all departmental SeaWorld and SEA policies.
- Work with animals on basic behavior techniques and behavioral modification.
- Perform daily observation of animals and report any abnormalities to staff supervisor.
- Assist in medical procedures and treatments.
- Maintain exceptional standards of safety and cleanliness.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
What it takes to succeed:
- At least 18 years of age.
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Ability to pass qualifying swim test and annual swim test competency exam.
- Ability to complete provided CPR training/certification.
- Valid drivers License.
- Ability to provide exceptional guest service.
Desired qualifications:
- Bachelors degree in a related field preferred.
- 6 or more months of related bird keeping experience at a zoological institution.
- Prior guest/customer service experience preferred.
- Bilingual preferred.
What else is important:
- Ability to lift push pull and/or carry up to 50 lb.
- Able to demonstrate strong verbal communication skills and enthusiastically share a passion for animals and conservation with our guests.
- Able to perform the following physical activities: kneeling squatting bend floorto waist/waisttooverhead reach overhead simple grasp and fine hand manipulation tasks (use of tools/keyboard/writing).
- Comfortable with extensive walking and standing throughout entire work shift and climb/ascend heights.
- Ability to swim and work in/around water.
- Comfortable with heights.
- Ability to train on and properly use protective gear.
- Comfortable with exposure to noise.
- Ability to work indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions and temperature extremes.
- Position may be exposed to fumes dust odors and cold/heat temperature extremes.
- Ability to perform extensive cleaning duties including use of cleaning chemicals.
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 2080 hours) professional zoological experience
- Senior:Minimum of 2.5 years 5200 hours) professional zoological experience
- Senior 1:Minimum of 5 years 10400 hours) professional zoological experience
As a 365 day/year operation candidates are expected to provide flexible availability to support yearround operating needs. This may include but is not limited to working opening midday and closing shifts during peak and nonpeak seasons as well as weekends and holidays.
The perks of the position: Ambassadors will enjoy a fun fastpaced 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
EEO Employer:
SEAWORLD PARKS & ENTERTAINMENT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. ALL APPLICANTS WILL BE CONSIDERED WITHOUT REGARD TO AGE RACE COLOR RELIGION SEX NATIONAL ORIGIN SEXUAL ORIENTATION PREGNANCY GENDER IDENTITY OR EXPRESSION DISABILITY OR COVERED VETERAN STATUS.
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Part-Time
