Animal Presenter
Animal Presenter –
Trainee – Part Time (14 hours) Fixed Term to 31 October 2016
Location: RZSS
Edinburgh Zoo
Salary: Salaried
About Us
The Royal Zoological
Society of Scotland (RZSS) owns and manages Edinburgh Zoo and the Highland
Wildlife Park in Kingussie. Both parks
are premier visitor attractions of Scotland that provide an amazing animal
experience as well as an excellent day out!
RZSS has a worldwide reputation for its conservation and education
programmes, and the very heart of our mission is to connect people with nature
and safeguard species from extinction.
We’ve been a charity since our founding in 1909 and maintain a keen
commercial edge to ensure a sustainable, bright and exciting future.
As well as our
wonderful animals we have a highly professional, diverse and friendly staff
community too. So, in working for RZSS
you've not only got a great job in a very interesting organisation - you're
also part of an amazing cause too!
Animal Presenter -
Trainee
A vacancy has arisen for an Animal Presenter - Trainee to work within the Living Collections Department. The Presentations section covers many different aspects, including shows, keeper experience, talks, panda tours and animal care, but this seasonal role is likely to involve mainly public engagement activities. The successful candidate will be required to deliver all engagement activities to a high standard, meeting the needs of the zoo visitors and ensuring high animal welfare. They will also contribute to the development of the Society in achieving its Mission and Aims
A vacancy has arisen for an Animal Presenter - Trainee to work within the Living Collections Department. The Presentations section covers many different aspects, including shows, keeper experience, talks, panda tours and animal care, but this seasonal role is likely to involve mainly public engagement activities. The successful candidate will be required to deliver all engagement activities to a high standard, meeting the needs of the zoo visitors and ensuring high animal welfare. They will also contribute to the development of the Society in achieving its Mission and Aims
To operate
effectively in this role, it is desirable if you hold the Diploma in the
Management of Zoo and Aquarium Animals or equivalent qualification or
experience at SVQ 3 or equivalent level. Practical experience in a zoo or
animal-related environment is also desirable and experience of working with a
range of animal taxon groups would be advantageous. You should also have
up-to-date basic knowledge and understanding of zoo legislation and best
practice, along with a sound basis of practical knowledge and skills about good
animal management including dietary knowledge. Proven success in animal
training or an appropriate qualification in the use of positive reinforcement
training would be beneficial.
About You
You will be an
excellent communicator, with strong presentation skills. You will be
comfortable working as part of a team and will build effective relationships
across the organisation. Customer service will be key to this role and you must
have an excellent understanding of the principals involved and how to interact
with the public to ensure a memorable experience.
This is a part time
fixed term position working 14 hours per week.
The successful candidate must be able to work weekends and occasional
evenings.
Closing date:
Thursday 16 June 2016.
For full information
on how to apply, please visit the RZSS vacancy page and follow the
instructions.
Registered charity
number: SC004064
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