Thursday, November 28, 2013

Experienced Keeper




Brights Zoo is looking to add an experienced full time keeper to our keeper staff.


Requirements:
Must have at least 3 years experience in an AZA facility.

Description:
We are looking to add an experienced keeper to our staff that has a good deal of knowledge.   Our staff works with a large variety of animals (hoof stock, swine, birds, reptiles, primates).    This is for a full time keeper position.    Brights Zoo is located in Limestone, TN (in between Greeneville, TN and Johnson City, TN.   We are about an hour and 20 minutes east of Knoxville, TN.

Please submit your applications and resumes either to info@brightszoo.com or fax to 423-257-1999.





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Head of Education and Learning



Head of Education and Learning

Chester Zoo - Chester, United Kingdom



Chester Zoo is one of the premier zoos in the UK attracting over 1.4million visitors/yr. It is renowned for its conservation work, excellent standards of animal welfare and its proactive and award winning Discovery and Learning Division. Currently around 30,000 students receive formal teaching by the division and over 300,000 visitors attend presenter talks delivered by the team.

We are looking to appoint a Head of Discovery & Learning to develop and deliver a suite of formal education and public engagement programmes, both in the zoo and as part of our field programmes. The purpose of these programmes is to maximise the zoo’s conservation impact by inspiring people to take action in support of the natural world. The role will also involve sharing best practice and promoting and growing Chester Zoo’s profile and reputation in the field of conservation education and conservation psychology.

The job holder will report to the Science and Education Director and be part of the zoo’s senior management team. They will be working closely with other divisions to develop, evaluate and improve the effectiveness of our exhibits, animal and plant collection and the visitor experience. They will also be responsible for managing a team of 17 staff, associated facilities and budgets and will be expected to optimise the use of these resources and the revenue generating activities of the division.

The successful candidate should ideally have a Masters level degree or above in Education/Psychology with an emphasis on conservation and environmental issues. Extensive experience in developing, delivering and evaluating educational and behavioural change programmes to a variety of audiences will be required.
 
Experience in successful exhibit design and knowledge of the key factors that impact visitor engagement and learning is important. An in-depth knowledge of zoos and their operation would be advantageous. Excellent verbal and written communication skills are essential, along with the ability to influence and work in a multidisciplinary team with collaborative working practices.
 
The role is full time, 40 hours per week.
 
A full job description is available on request.
To apply, please submit a covering letter and CV to recruitment@chesterzoo.org 
The closing date for applications is 16th December, 2013
Interviews anticipated to take place week commencing 13th January, 2014.








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Wednesday, November 27, 2013

Ungulate Supervisor



Job title: Ungulate Supervisor
Company: Merlin Entertainments
Salary: £19,200 + excellent benefits
Location: Chessington, Surrey




For your wildest adventure yet, give into your animal instincts at Chessington World of Adventures Resort’s Zoo & SEALIFE!


Guests visit Chessington World of Adventures for Britain’s wildest day out and the animals they encounter all add to the atmosphere of excitement and discovery. From Tigers to Sharks, White Rhino’s to Pygmy Marmosets, our Zoo and SEA LIFE Centre boast a huge array of wildlife.
Every section is designed to help our Adventurers get up even closer and more personal with the cheeky, the mischievous and the exotic – and in this key role, you’ll be right there at the heart supervising the safe & efficient Zoo Operation within our Ungulate section.


About the role


Focusing on animal welfare & husbandry, and adventurers’ experience, you will lead, motivate & develop the Ungulates team of around 15 dedicated staff, to ensure they maintain the highest possible standards. As the team and department develop, you will constantly be seeking ways to maximise adventurer experience, whilst creating the most stimulating environment possible for our animals. Since we’re big on conservation, education and research, you’ll have a big part to play in that too. Taking an active role in the wider elements of the Zoo, you will support with the delivery of revenue-growing activities (e.g. Xtra Adventures) and suggest methods to encourage guests’ footfall and dwell time within Zoo areas of the Resort.


A typical day will see you promoting a safe and exciting environment for both your team and your animals. You will have a great attention to detail, and be able to prioritise your resources to maximise efficiency within the team. You will manage your time between hands on operational needs whilst keeping a close eye on recruitment, training, and continued development of your people


About you

Our ideal candidate will have solid experience of working with Ungulates and will ideally have a recognised qualification in captive animal management. You will have passion and excitement for your chosen field, with a keen drive to utilize advances in modern animal management. With previous experience of leading a team, you will have confidence in making both team & operational decisions. With an understanding of our family friendly resort brand, you will be an excellent communicator to engage our adventurers in our exciting collection across the park. You will have a good business acumen, with a desire to develop the department operationally & provide extra revenue to the business. You will be flexible, able to work full time 40 hours per week on a variable rota basis which will include weekends and bank holidays.


About the benefits


Join our fun and friendly team at the Chessington Resort and you’ll reap the rewards that come with working for Merlin Entertainments, the world’s number two visitor attraction operator. As well as a salary of £19,200, and a working environment that’s one of a kind, you can look forward to an impressive range of benefits including our company pension plan, 28 days holiday, and of course a Merlin Magic Pass which will give you free admission to all of our attractions, including Alton Towers Resort, THORPE PARK, Warwick Castle, The EDF Energy London Eye and Madame Tussauds.


About us


Join our wild and friendly team at Chessington World of Adventures Resort where you will find an extraordinary blend of rides and wildlife in 10 themed lands, uniquely mixed in unexpectedly inspiring landscapes! The Resort is made up of over 40 rides and attractions in 10 themed lands as well as over 1000 animals in the Zoo and our very own SEA LIFE centre. Plus an amazing 150 bedroom safari themed Resort Hotel where you can look out over the Wanyama Reserve to see Grevy’s Zebra and Rothschild Giraffe roam! Add to this over 35 eateries, stands and shops, the opportunity to dance along with the cast of Madagascar Live! Prepare to Party! And fantastic opportunities throughout the year to meet characters such as the Octonauts and Moshi Monsters, it's fair to say, we really are Britain’s Wildest Adventure!


About Merlin Entertainments


Merlin Entertainments plc is the leading name in location based, quality family entertainment and the world’s number two visitor attraction operator. We currently have over 90 attractions spread across 22 countries and four continents, and aim to deliver unique and memorable experiences to over 50 million visitors worldwide. Here in the UK alone, we have a vast portfolio of reputable brands, from LEGOLAND and Chessington World of Adventures Resort, to Madame Tussauds and EDF London Eye.


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Bird and Reptile Keeper




Job title: Bird & Reptile Keeper
Company: Merlin Entertainments
Salary: £16,958 + excellent benefits
Location: Chessington, Surrey




An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Zoo Keeper to join the team at Chessington World of Adventures Resort.

About the role

Working within the Bird & Reptile Team you will take an active role in the day to day running of our awesome collection. This will include delivering unrivalled standards of animal husbandry required by our large variety of Birds and Reptiles. You will be part of the team creating the most stimulating environment possible – not just for our guests, but for the animals too - and since we’re big on conservation, education and research, you’ll have a big part to play in that too. You will also be keen to support all areas within our Zoo, which will in turn benefit your own personal development. You will ensure the Health & Safety of self, visitors and guests at all times as well as develop a personal training programme in conjunction with your Head of Section.

 About you

Our ideal candidate will have completed an animal based qualification, with some experience of working in a Zoo environment or equivalent. You will be a clear and confident speaker, able to engage with the public, delivering fun and educational presentations and more importantly an alert listener, willing to learn and develop. You will have passion and excitement for your chosen field, with a keen drive to develop your career as an Animal Keeper.

About the benefits

Alongside a competitive salary of £16,900, you can look forward to a great benefits package which includes Group Personal Pension Plan, 28 days’ holiday and, of course, a Merlin Magic Pass which gives you free admission to all of our attractions worldwide. As well as various discounts with popular brands such as O2, Virgin Active and Lego.

About us

 Join our wild and friendly team at Chessington World of Adventures Resort where you will find an extraordinary array of rides and wildlife across 10 themed lands. The Resort is made up of over 40 rides and attractions as well as over 1000 animals in the Zoo and our very own SEA LIFE centre. Plus an amazing safari-themed Resort Hotel where you can look out over the Wanyama Reserve to see Zebra and Giraffe roam freely! Add to this over 35 eateries, stands and shops, the opportunity to dance along with the cast of Madagascar Live! Prepare to Party! it's fair to say, we really are Britain’s Wildest Adventure!

About Merlin Entertainment

Merlin Entertainments plc is the leading name in location based, quality family entertainment and the world’s number two visitor attraction operator. We currently have over 90 attractions spread across 22 countries and four continents, and aim to deliver unique and memorable experiences to over 50 million visitors worldwide. Here in the UK alone, we have a vast portfolio of reputable brands, from LEGOLAND and Chessington World of Adventures Resort, to Madame Tussauds and EDF London Eye.






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Sunday, November 24, 2013

Resident ECZM Veterinary Surgeon to the RZSS


Resident ECZM Veterinary Surgeon to the RZSS
Short Description: 
A vacancy has arisen for a Resident ECZM Veterinary Surgeon to the RZSS (Based at Edinburgh Zoo – 3 Years Fixed Term Contract)

Long Description: 
About Us
The Royal Zoological Society of Scotland (RZSS) owns and manages Edinburgh Zoo and the Highland Wildlife Park. Both parks are premier visitor attractions, offering visitors a fantastic day out. Of equal importance is our excellent international reputation for our conservation and education programmes and we are looking to the future with confidence. We’ve been a charity since our founding in 1909 and maintain a keen commercial edge to ensure we can sustain our excellent reputation. Our mission is to inspire and excite our visitors with the wonder of living animals, and thus to promote the conservation of threatened species and habitats.

Resident ECZM Veterinary Surgeon (Based at Edinburgh Zoo – 3 Years Fixed Term Contract)
Reporting to the Head of Veterinary Services, this is a fantastic position within the Society as the Resident Veterinary Surgeon will be trained for over 3 years in preparation for examination by the European College of Zoological Medicine (Zoo Health Management). The successful candidate will be responsible, under direction from the Head of Veterinary Services and/or Head of Living Collections, for overseeing the health and welfare of all animals kept by the RZSS at their two sites, Edinburgh Zoo and the Highland Wildlife Park. This will include preventative health measures and planning, relevant disease testing, quarantine assessment of new animals, suitable treatment of any ill or injured animals, as well as post-mortem examination of deceased animals when this is judged to be of importance to other animals in the collection or as directed by the Head of Veterinary Services.

About You
The ideal candidate will hold a veterinary degree and be a current (or eligible) Member of the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons. They should also preferably hold a post graduate veterinary qualification in zoological medicine and have demonstrated experience with zoological collections. In addition, they should be 2 years qualified as a veterinary surgeon and be eligible to practice in the UK. Up to date knowledge of current veterinary techniques and best practice is essential as is the ability to work as part of a team to build effective relationships with colleagues. This role would suit an enthusiastic individual who can demonstrate a quality approach to work.

If you have specific questions regarding the role, please contact Simon Girling, Head of Veterinary Services – sgirling@rzss.org.uk

Closing date: Wednesday 18th December 2013.

How to apply
To apply for this role, please download the Resident ECZM Veterinary Surgeon to the RZSS job profile and complete an  Application Form (1.89 MB Word Doc) and an  Equal Opportunities Form
CV’s are welcomed and should be submitted along with the Application Form.
Once completed you should email it to recruitment@rzss.org.uk


Applications may also be sent in the mail to:
The Royal Zoological Society of Scotland 
Edinburgh Zoo - HR Team 
134 Corstorphine Road 
Edinburgh 
EH12 6TS 
Registered charity number: SC004064
Closing date: 18 Dec 2013

Salary: Competitive



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Wednesday, November 20, 2013

Senior Animal Keeper


Paignton Zoo Environmental Park

Senior Animal Keeper Vacancy on the Mammal Department

Minimum of four years zoo animal husbandry experience required. Experience with primates essential. Applicants holding the Diploma in the Management of Zoo & Aquarium Animals, (BIAZA / Sparsholt College) or other equivalent qualifications preferred. Full driving licence desirable.

The successful applicant will be expected to work on a 38 ¾ hour week roster with 2 days off per week (1 weekend off in 3). Starting salary according to experience.                          

Applications to be by post only (not by e-mail) and include full CV and handwritten covering letter to:    

To:  Neil Bemment,
        Director of Operations & Curator of Mammals,
        Paignton Zoo Environmental Park,
        Totnes Road, Paignton, Devon TQ4 7EU

Closing Date:  30th November, 2013


" A registered charity dedicated to protecting our global wildlife heritage No. 300923 "






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Monday, November 18, 2013

Deputy Aquarium Curator




Deputy Aquarium Curator 

Responsible to Aquarium Curator 

Salary £30,719 p. a (plus £1358 on call allowance) 
35 hours per week (working one weekend in four, for which a premium is paid) 


The Horniman Museum & Gardens seeks a Deputy Aquarium Curator to 
contribute to the management of the Aquarium, ensuring that the high standard 
of our displays is maintained and developed for the enjoyment and education of 
our visitors. 

The aquarium strives to be a centre of excellence and therefore the ideal 
applicant will need to be motivated, have innate knowledge of husbandry, 
excellent attention to detail, be able to take the initiative and have a desire to 
improve animal welfare standards. 

Please note that a Basic Disclosure and Barring check is required. 

Benefits include 30 days annual leave and the option to join the Local 
Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) 


Full details of this post and an application form can be obtained by 
visiting our website at http://www.horniman.ac.uk/about/jobs 

The closing date for completed applications is 11th December 2013 at 5.00pm 

Interviews will be held on the 8th  & 9th January 2014 

The Trust is committed to equality of opportunity and welcomes applicants from 
all sections of the community. 


Responsible for In the absence of the Aquarium Curator, 1x Aquarist 1x Biologist and Animal Walk staff 
Liaises with Visitor Services, Learning, Exhibitions, Natural History Library, 
Facilities and Gardens Sections, volunteers and students, contractors, consultant Aquarium Vet, suppliers and Life Support Systems engineers as required. 

Main purpose of job

To assist the Aquarium Curator in the management of the living collection, ensuring that high standards are maintained and the ethos of a centre of excellence is upheld.

Continue to develop the living collection for the enjoyment and education of visitors and actively participate in research and conservation programmes.

Ensure that the aquarium living collection are maintained in accordance with the statutory requirements of the Zoo Licensing Act and with due regard to national and international conventions and codes of animal care.

Main responsibilities 

Collections Care and Management: 40%
 Aid the Aquarium Curator in the management of the living displays within the Museum, including livestock care and filtration maintenance, veterinary and health and safety procedures

 Take curatorial responsibility for specified areas of the collection, working within the Section’s agreed collection plan

 Be responsible for environmental monitoring procedures and tests on aquarium water quality using electronic laboratory equipment ensuring agreed standards are maintained; ensure systematic records of these procedures and tests are kept

 Undertake any manual tasks associated with the job

 Conduct occasional fieldwork to procure specimens, display materials, foodstuffs, ensuring compliance with the relevant legislation

 Operate livestock breeding programmes as agreed, with a special awareness of conservation criteria and the needs of rare, vulnerable or endangered species

 Contribute to the management of the Section; deputise for the Curator, as required, taking responsibility for all aspects of administration, staff management, budgetary control and curatorial policy

 Management all volunteers and student placements, including the development of research projects in line with corporate planning and the aquarium’s collection plan


Record Keeping / Compliance with legislation 25%

 Maintain safe working practices and emergency procedures concerning aquarium diving operations, hazardous animals, chemicals and other substances, complying with relevant legislation and internal procedures

 Ensure compliance with Health and Safety at Work Act and other statutory requirements relevant to the museum, taking delegated responsibility to oversee the sections Health & Safe control book (including writing new risk assessments and conducting annual risk assessment review)

 Represent the aquarium on the Health &Safety Committee

 Ensure compliance with the Zoo Licensing Act regulations, which include ensuring that accurate livestock record systems are maintained and water quality tests are conducted using laboratory equipment in line with agreed standards.

Ensure systematic electronic records of these procedures and tests are kept in accordance with Zoo Licensing Act requirements

Resources management 15%
 Motivate and work in close and continuous co-operation with the Aquarium team

 Assist Aquarium Curator in the management of the Aquarium budget through the preparation of estimates, maintaining financial records and accounts, and authorising departmental expenditure in line with Trust procedures

 Maintain procedures for the purchase, storage, servicing and stock-control of food, equipment, supplies and chemicals for the livestock and displays. Ensure Trust policies are adhered to

Professional development: 15%

 Participate in the research activities of the Horniman through publication and dissemination of collections-related research; improve existing museum research resources and develop links with external academic institutions; represent the Museum on relevant national bodies

  Develop personal skills and expertise by keeping abreast of current practice and, if appropriate, attend conferences, seminars, courses or undertake further training as required

 Foster relationships with other related institutions to exchange information

Other Duties 5%

 Deliver aquarium tours periodically

 Any other duties that may be required to ensure the effective operation of the aquarium

Other information: 

You will be required to work a regular weekly rota system of one weekend in four.

You will also be required to participate in a rota to provide cover during bank holidays and emergency call-outs.

All staff are expected to behave in a professional manner and uphold the Horniman’s Code of Conduct

A Basic Disclosure and Barring check is required for this post. Additionally, the post holder must not have any previous convictions under the following:

 The Protection of Animals Acts 1911 to 1964
 The Protection of Animals (Scotland) Acts 1912 to 1964
 The Pet Animals Act 1951
 The Protection of Birds Acts 1954 to 1967
 The Animal Boarding Establishments Act 1963
 The Riding Establishments Act 1964 and 1970
 The Breeding of Dogs Act 1973
 The Dangerous Wild Animals Act 1976
 The Endangered Species (Import and Export) Act 1976
 The Wildlife and Countryside Act 1981

PERSON SPECIFICATION 

Essential criteria (E) Desirable criteria (D) 

Skills & Abilities 
 Excellent organisational, analytical and computer skills, particularly with Excel, Word and Outlook with the ability to conduct research on the internet. (E) 
 Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing, and to represent the Section and institution, along with the ability to respect the professional viewpoint of other staff and external team members. (E) 
 Able to carefully monitor animal health and filtration equipment, with a proven ability to anticipate, recognise and practically resolve problems at an early stage, and, where necessary, respond effectively under pressure. (E) 
  
 Well organised and able to work with accuracy and attention to detail 
 A flexible approach with the ability to work autonomously and respond effectively under pressure. 

 Knowledge & Experience 

 A relevant first degree in a Natural Science subject or equivalent experience of maintaining aquatic livestock in a museum, zoo, wildlife park or public aquarium setting to meet the requirements of the post. (E)

 Experience of aquarium curation work covering a broad range of aquarium systems and livestock groups. The post-holder’s knowledge and experience will be sufficient to enable them to work autonomously (E)

 Experience of developing and implementing water and veterinary laboratory procedures and conducting routine water chemistry analysis, environmental and fish health monitoring without supervision. (E)

 A high awareness of the responsibilities in terms of health and safety and personal and public hygiene where animal care is involved. (E)

 A diving qualification PADI Divemaster or equivalent, as well as experience of aquarium dive operations. (D)

 History of developing research programmes, including building collaborative links with external partners and publish peer review papers (D)

Personal Attributes 
  •  An empathy with the Horniman mission and an interest in its exhibitions, activities and events. (E) 
  •  A commitment to equality and diversity (E) 
  •  Willingness to work flexibly and collaboratively to achieve corporate objectives (E) 
  •  Commitment to own learning and professional development (E) 
Job activities may vary and evolve over time to meet business needs 



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