ZOO ANIMAL KEEPER I BC-07 1 vacancy
ZOO ANIMAL KEEPER I BC-07 1 vacancy
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- Do you have any experience in working with zoo or exotic animalsJoin the Honolulu Zoo Voted 4th Best Zoo in the U.S. in the 2024 USA Today 10 Best Readers Choice Awards!
TheDepartment of Enterprise ServicesHonolulu Zoois hiring for a Zoo Animal Keeper I in the Mammals Birds and Reptiles Sections.
Specific duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to:- Independently performing routine duties in the daytoday care of animals living in the zoo;
- Maintaining animal habitats enclosures and facilities to include cleaning animal cages and enclosures (e.g. scrubbing disinfecting sweeping hosing and removing manure) maintaining landscaping in and around animal enclosures with the use of various powered tools (e.g. whackers mowers chainsaws etc. and assisting in the renovation/restoration of animal habitats
- Preparing and measuring food and distributing and placing food in assigned animal enclosures;
- Observing animals closely and immediately reporting any unusual behavior symptoms of illness or injury in animals or unusual condition in the enclosures;
- Assisting in disease control treatment and care of sick and injured animals and in the care and rearing of orphaned animals;
- Participating in public education and animal enrichment and training programs;
- Following and enforcing safety regulations;
- Assisting in the recapture of animals and other emergencies involving animals;
- Providing information to zoo visitors;
- Preparing daily reports and assisting in maintaining health and inventory records of animals;
- Assisting in the control and eradication of pests and rodents; and
- Performing other related duties as required.
Special Work Requirements: These positions will require shift work on any given day of the week including evenings weekends and holidays with varying days off. Positions may involve heavy lifting. Positions also involve working in outdoor conditions with exposure to the elements including but not limited to: dust water hot and humid climate and full sun.
Qualification for Zoo Animal Keeper I positions will depend on your work experience and the type(s) of zoo animals you have worked with. For example if you have sufficient experience working with birds you will qualify for positions in the Birds section. Your name will be placed on an eligible list for the specialty area(s) that you qualify for. This list may be used to fill current and future vacancies in this department. Additional Job Information
Applications must be submitted online byApril 26 2025 11:59 p.m. Hawaii Standard Time (HST) to be accepted.
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Notifications may also be sent via text message if opted into the service. Data and text messaging fees apply.Minimum Qualification Requirements
At time of application you must be a citizen national or permanent resident alien of the United States or a noncitizen eligible under federal law for unrestricted employment.
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT:
Experience and/or training of sufficient scope and quality to show competence in the care ofzooanimals.
Such experience must have demonstrated knowledge of methods of caring feeding and watering a wide variety ofzooanimals; behavior traits of a wide variety of animals (birds mammals reptiles amphibians and insects) and the ability to follow oral and written instructions; keep records; apply safety precautions involved in the exhibition of zoo animals; enforce zoo regulations and detect unusual behavior or condition of animals.
Qualification for Zoo Animal Keeper I positions will depend on your work experience and the type(s) of zoo animals you have worked with. To qualify for a specific specialty area you must have experience and/or training of sufficient scope and quality to show competence in the care propagation and public display of zoo animals belonging to the specific area.
Zoo Animal Keeper I positions at the Honolulu Zoo are typically assigned to the following areas:- Birds
- Mammals
- Reptiles
Examination Process
TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE EVALUATION:
In addition to meeting the above minimum qualifications your application will be further evaluated.Your score will be based on the quality and quantity of your training education experience and/or other related job requirements and competencies applicable to the position. Failure to provide sufficient information may result in your application being rejected or your receiving a lower score.
EXAMINATION WEIGHT:
Training and Experience Evaluation..........................................100
Employment Type
Full-Time
