Bird & Mammal Trainer
Worldwide Zoo Consultants are a
growing company dedicated to designing, developing and managing zoological
facilities around the world. Our teams are made up of animal care specialists,
animal trainers, veterinarians, project managers and zoo consultants from all
backgrounds. All working to provide paramount animal welfare and unique
educational opportunities for guests through a variety of animal attractions
and programs.
Position
Summary:
The Bird & Mammal Trainer will work with our diverse collection of birds and
mammals. Primary responsibilities include training sessions
using positive reinforcement and operant conditioning of the animals. This
includes training in all aspects for husbandry and education, environmental
enrichment, observations, record keeping, cleaning, food preparation and
participation in the general wellbeing of all animals under the facility’s
care. The trainer should have a positive team approach within the Life Sciences
Department.
Duties &
Responsibilities:
·
Undertake
daily operations within the Life Sciences Department to ensure highest level of
safety, courtesy, education, efficiency and operational readiness at all times.
·
Compliance
with health and safety standards in accordance with local municipality rules,
regulations and facility Standard operating procedures.
·
Provide good
animal care and ensure habitats meet the needs of the animal.
·
Adhere to
training routines and schedule for the various animals.
·
Perform
daily animal husbandry tasks, health checks, animal behaviour observation and
training.
·
Identify
additional behavioural concerns and communicate them to the team.
·
Assist in
the implementation of new habitats, animal enrichment and educational
opportunities to maximize the animal’s well-being and guest experience.
·
Maintain
up-to-date electronic records on animal health.
·
Monitor and
identify animal health concerns.
·
Communicate
to Animal Collection Supervisors and Veterinary Staff about any animal health
concerns to develop and implement a care and treatment plan.
·
Compliance
of all policy and procedure documents.
·
Assist in
emergency situations to minimize damage, loss or injury to guests, team
members, animals or company property.
·
Ensure
programs engage, educate and entertain to diverse audiences.
Experience, Skills &
Qualifications:
·
Knowledge of
standard operating procedures
·
Know-how of carrying out
interactive programs with mammals in a safe and educational fashion.
·
Strong
understanding of animal training principles and techniques (operant conditioning)
as well as environmental enrichment principles and techniques.
·
Knowledge of
staff scheduling.
·
Possess good
verbal and written communication skills within the English language.
·
Conduct
themselves in a professional, positive manner with co-workers and guests.
·
4 years +
experience with animal behavioural training required.
·
Competency
with Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
·
Good verbal
and written communication skills.
·
Strong
listening, presentation and decision-making skills.
To be considered for the position please send your resume
to recruitment@worldwidezoo.com
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