Zoological Specialist (Full-Time) (Busch Gardens Williamsburg
Zoological Specialist (Full-Time) (Busch Gardens Williamsburg
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$ 12 - 22
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Job Description
Busch Gardens is a place of thrills fun and positive lasting memories. And thats just what its like to work here! As a key member of our team youll play a major role in bringing happiness and excitement to people from around the world. If youre dedicated dependable and driven to deliver exceptional guest service this is a place for you!
The Zoological Specialist (Zoological Operations) will provide consistent care and training for the animal collection in the Zoological Operations Department.
What you get to do:
- Collaborate with team for daily animal health and wellness training interactions and animal presentations.
- Daily guest interactions at Zoological areas. These may include talks on the sidewalks ambassador animal photo sessions or special presentations with visiting SEA Animal Ambassadors.
- Daily animal enrichment and exhibit maintenance
- Develop animal conditioning skills and techniques. Maintain each animals current level of behaviors. Work with senior staff and Zoological Supervisor to develop new behaviors and training goals for each animal.
- Daily weekly and monthly record keeping.
- Demonstrate the understanding of the SOPs for zoological areas. Complete in-house dart gun training
- Some heavy lifting required (up to 75 lbs.). Majority of time will be spent outdoors in the Williamsburg weather.
What is takes to succeed:
- High School Diploma / GED required.
- College degree in psychology biology or animal sciences preferred.
- At least two years of experience in animal care and training at a recognized zoological or animal care facility preferred.
- Large carnivore experience preferred.
- Must be team-oriented and flexible with a positive attitude and the ability and desire to work in a dynamic stimulating environment.
- Robust communication skills include public speaking and guest relations as well as efficient communication with team members.
- Hard-working decisive and able to manage multiple responsibilities.
- Must be able to work at least 40 hours a week and must be available to work a flexible schedule to include evenings weekends and holidays.
- Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
- Must be able to crouch bend and stand for extended periods of time.
- Must be able to navigate wooded animal habitats including climbing hills.
- Must be able to climb to heights of 4 ft with the use of a ladder.
- Must be able to shovel rake and sweep.
- Must possess a valid drivers license.
As a 365 day/year operation candidates are expected to provide flexible availability to support year-round operating needs. This may include but is not limited to working opening mid-day and closing shifts during peak and non-peak seasons as well as weekends and holidays.
Compensation: $12.50 - $22.00 per hour contingent on professional zoological animal care experience at an AZA or equivalent facility
The perks of the position:
- Paid Time Off
- Complimentary Park Tickets and Passes
- Park Discounts on Food and Merchandise
- Medical Dental and Vision Insurance
- 401K Retirement plan
- Voluntary Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Disability Benefits
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Dependent and Health Care Flexible Spending Accounts
- Employee Assistance Program
- Legal Assistance Plan
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
Full-Time
