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PREFERED QUALIFICATIONS • Previous experience with animal care • Possess knowledge of animal behavior and welfare • Bachelor or Associate Degree in a life science • Experience working with animals in an AZA accredited institution Veteran’s preference points are acknowledged in the City’s hiring process. The City of Watertown’s Personnel Policy, including the City’s policy on Nepotism, can be obtained at the City Hall, Human Resources Department or on our website at www.watertownsd.us. The City of Watertown does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, gender, religion, age or disability in employment or the provision of services. EOE Human Resources Office City of Watertown, SD
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Zookeeper Part-Time | Bramble Park Zoo
City of Watertown; Parks & Recreation Department Salary: $12.00 DOE Hours will vary and include weekends and holidays. Application Deadline: Open Until Filled Human Resources Department PO Box 910, 20 N. Maple, Watertown, SD 57201 Application forms and complete position descriptions are available at City Hall, Human Resources Department or online at https://watertownsd.seamlessdocs.com/f/job_application.POSITION SUMMARY
This position is responsible for assisting with the animal care and animal collections for the Bramble Park Zoo; providing a safe, sustainable, and attractive recreational opportunities for residents and the general public. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS The following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all inclusive. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each duty satisfactorily. Other duties may be required and assigned.- Ensures a safe and excellent customer service experience to our residents, members and patrons.
- Provides food preparation, feeding, animal husbandry, and maintenance of animal exhibits.
- Be in compliance with USDA and AZA rules and regulations.
- Perform daily observation of animals to identify normal and abnormal behaviors related to husbandry/health issues.
- Communicates questions or concerns regarding medical, health and welfare issues of specimens in collection to supervisor. Assists with treatment as directed by veterinarian.
- Maintains animal health records and animal activity records.
- Provides proper enrichment for animals based on their protocols and needs.
- Perform in public speaking engagements.
- Responds to customer complaints and/or concerns in a professional manner. Advises supervisor(s) of complaints and/or concerns.
- Maintains animal supplies as needed.
- Provides backup assistance to other department personnel as needed.
- Performs grounds care, custodial, light maintenance services in and around exhibits and as needed around the zoo.
- Inspects, cleans, and performs preventive maintenance or repair on equipment used.
- Ensures all activities are carried out in a safe manner; adheres to all safety regulations; ensures all regulations pertaining to the safe use of equipment are understood and followed.
- Reports all accidents to the appropriate authority. Follows all policies for reporting.
- Other duties as assigned.
