Zoo Curator Large Mammals

Agency

Dept of Natural and Cultural Resources

Division

Zoological Park

Job Classification Title

Zoo Curator (NS)

Position Number

Grade

NC16

About Us

The North Carolina Department of Natural and Cultural Resources (DNCR) enriches peoples lives through education and stewardship of North Carolinas natural and cultural resources. DNCR manages over 100 locations across the state including historic sites museums state parks trails aquariums the North Carolina Zoo the Library of North Carolina the State Archives the North Carolina Arts Council the African American Heritage Commission the American Indian Heritage Commission the State Historic Preservation Office the Office of State Archaeology the Highway Historical Markers program the North Carolina Land and Water Fund and the Natural Heritage Program. These programs and places unite North Carolinians create a shared identity and provide common ground. For more information please visit . We encourage you to apply to become a part of our team.

Description of Work

The North Carolina Zoo is seeking a dynamic innovative team-oriented leader to serve as the Curator of Large Mammals. This position is responsible for managing the care of the collection staff and associated facilities for species including African elephants African hoofstock (giraffe red river hog white rhino fringe eared oryx etc) and several North American mammal habitats (bison elk bears etc). In addition this position is also responsible for managing NCZoos off-habitat American Red Wolf propagation center and long-standing involvement in the American Red Wolf SAFE program.

Key Responsibilities:
Ensure the highest standards and quality of animal care are achieved by leading teams to establish taxa specific priorities and standards for all aspects of animal care (including husbandry veterinary behavioral management research quality of life monitoring process welfare/well-being etc).
Ensure area facilities projects and resources are maintained appropriately to ensure efficient operations for staff and animal safety.
Establish team priorities and engage in mission driven work to ensure 5 pillars of NCZoos Mission are supported and achieved.
Possess strong interpersonal skills and foster a positive cohesive team atmosphere through professional timely and effective communication.
Work closely as a member of the Curatorial and Animal Management team to coach mentor and lead teams to ensure high standards across the Animal Section are maintained.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

Please note: Job postings close at 11:59:59 p.m. the night before the listed Posting End Date above.

Recruitment Range: $57983 - $74160

To receive credit for your work history and credentials you must provide the information on the application form. Any information omitted from the application form listed as general statements listed under the text resume section or on an attachment will not be considered for qualifying credit.

Candidates meet the minimum qualifications of this position if they meet the minimum education and experience listed onthe vacancy announcement. Vacancy specific knowledge skills and abilities (KSAs) and/or management preferences are notrequired. Applicants who possess the following are preferred:

• Knowledge of taxonomy natural history ecology behavior anatomy physiology captive care & management and reproduction of animal species in collections managed or with very similar species preferred.

• Progressive work supervisory and collection management experience preferred

• Proven leadership supervisory and staff management skills preferred

• Experience working and managing elephants and completion of AZA Principles of Elephant Management I and II preferred

Position/Physical Requirements

• Work schedule: 5 day work week with availability to work weekends and holidays as required

• Job offer is contingent upon passing a pre-employment screen conducted by assigned provider.

• This position is designated asEssential/Mandatoryandis required to work adverse weather events andmay be calledto work special events.

• Required to participate in the zoos occupational health program.

• Must have a valid drivers license issued from within the United States or be able to obtain one within90 daysof employment.

• Must serve as Curator on Duty as Capture Coordinator/Rescue Coordinator and be able to qualify and maintain marksmanship requirements to serve on Zoos Weapons team.

• Must have good physical agility strength vision and hearing and the ability to perform strenuous physical work in extremes of weather and challenging physical environments. Such as walk stand see animals and habitats for observation and safety as well as hear animals sounds radio communication and emergency situations.

This position is located at:

4401 Zoo Parkway

Asheboro NC 27205

Minimum Education and Experience

Some state job postings say you can qualify by an equivalent combination of education and experience. If that language appears below then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.

Bachelors degree in Biological Sciences Zoology Animal Husbandry or related curriculum from an appropriately accredited institution

AND

four years progressive experience in zoological work in an Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) accredited zoo;

OR

an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Division Description

The North Carolina Zoo exists for the enjoyment education and inspiration of all our citizens and guests. The North Carolina Zoo mission is to protect wildlife and wild places and inspire people to join in conserving the natural world. This mission encompasses both domestic and international efforts focusing on wildlife conservation habitat preservation and promoting environmental stewardship.

Learn more about the North Carolina Zoo:

Click here to learn about employee perks and benefits.

Click here to see the Total Compensation Calculator.

Supplemental and Contact Information.

The Department of Natural and Cultural Resources (DNCR) selects applicants for employment based on required education and experience and job-related knowledge skills and abilities without regard to race religion color national origin sex pregnancy gender identity or expression sexual orientation age (40 or older) disability National Guard or veteran status genetic information political affiliation or political influence.

We are an Employment First state ensuring that people with disabilities have equal opportunities to succeed in the state government workplace. DNCR supports pay equity for women establish paid parental leave for birth adoption and foster care and implement fair chance policies. Join a team that welcomes values respects and supports all members of our work community.

Application Process

Be sure to complete the application in its entirety. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing this application.

• Information should be provided in the appropriate areas to include the following: Education including high school and all degrees obtained Work Experience and Certificates & Licenses. It is critical to our screening and salary determination process that applications contain comprehensive candidate information.

• Answers to Supplemental Questions are not a substitute for providing all relevant information within the body of your application. To receive credit for the supplemental questions you must provide supporting information within the Work Experience section of the application to support your answers.

• Due to the volume of applications received we are unable to provide information regarding the status of your application. The hiring process may take several weeks.

• Applicants are unable to submit more than one application to an individual posting. Only one application received prior to the closing date will be accepted. Applications must be submitted by 11:59:59 PM on the night prior to the closing date.

Degree/College Credit Verification

Degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions. Transcripts and degree evaluations may be uploaded with your application. If you have student loans becoming a state employee includes eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. Visit to learn more.

Veterans and National Guard Preference

Applicants seeking Veterans Preference must attach a DD Form 214 Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty along with the state application.

Applicants seeking National Guard Preference must attach an NGB 23A (RPAS) along with the state application if they are a current member of the NC National Guard in good standing.

Applicants who are former member of either the NC Army National Guard or the NC Air National Guard with honorable discharge and six years of creditable service must attach a copy of the DD 256 or NGB 22 along with the state application.

ADA Accommodations

Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA) DNCR is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment DNCR will ensure that persons with disabilities or known limitations covered by the PWFA are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process please contact the person indicated below.

Employment Eligibility

It is the policy of the State of North Carolina and DNCR that all employees provide proof of employment eligibility (immigration and naturalization) on the first day of employment. We participate in E-Verify (Employment Eligibility Verification System).

CONTACT INFORMATION

N.C. Department of Natural and Cultural Resources

North Carolina Zoo

4401 Zoo Parkway

Asheboro NC 27205

EEO Statement

The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination harassment or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy childbirth or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs observances and practices.

Recruiter:

Kimberly West

Email: