Temporary
Assistant Team Manager
Aquarium
Chester
Zoo is one of the leading zoological collections in Europe with an
international reputation for achieving its mission in conservation, research
and education.
We
currently have a vacancy for a Temporary Assistant Team Manager (maternity
cover), to join our busy Aquarium section from June 2014. The successful
candidate will supervise and work alongside Keepers to undertake daily animal
care duties, focusing on welfare, hygiene and life support. They will ensure
that all exhibits are of an excellent standard for both animals and visitors
alike, and provide outstanding customer care.
The successful candidate will
have considerable experience of working in a zoo/aquarium and have a thorough
understanding of the contribution ex situ
populations of animals can make to education, science and conservation. They
will be expected to have a degree in a relevant biological science (or have
accrued an equivalent knowledge base) and understand how scientific method can
be used to contribute to both ex situ
& in situ conservation. They must
demonstrate a thorough knowledge of the biology and husbandry of marine &
freshwater fish and of aquatic invertebrate and have a proven track record in
both conservation breeding and exhibitory. Excellent exhibit theming skills are
a requirement of this role. The successful candidate will have outstanding
observational skills, attention to detail and be committed to ensuring the highest
possible standards of animal health and welfare.
Candidates must also
demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills and should have some management
experience as they will be assisting the team manager in all aspects of running
the department. They will be competent in the use of Microsoft Office packages
– familiarity of ZIMS is desirable but appropriate training will be provided if
required. Experience
in conducting and publishing scientific research and of working in field
conservation programmes are also desirable.
Salary is £23,487 per annum for a 40 hour week.
To apply for this role, please contact
the recruitment line on recruitment@chesterzoo.org
or 01244 389477 to request an application form.
Please also submit a covering letter.
Closing date for applications is Friday, 11th April
2014.
We welcome applications from suitably
qualified candidates. If you believe you have limited experience in some of the criteria requested but would
still want to be considered, please express this in your covering letter.
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