Zoo Supervisor - Wild Connections

Zoo Supervisor - Wild Connections

We are Chessington World of Adventures Resort and we are part of the magical Merlin Entertainments!

We are currently recruiting for a Zoo Supervisor – Wild Connections.  Heading up our Wild Connection team, you’ll be in charge of how we present our animals to our guests. But it’s not just about running the various displays meet and greets and wowing our adventurers with amazing facts, we also want you to bring your own ideas for new shows, new animals and new ways we could interact. One of your key objectives will be to lead, motivate and develop the Wild Connections team, ensuring all delivery is of an excellent standard of Safety, Guests Service, Education and Animal Welfare. You will assist and support the Assistant Zoo Operations Manager and other Head of Sections in animal husbandry and staff management. Finally you will develop and implement the most current animal training techniques and procedures with the team and stock.

We are looking for the following skills and experience;

Ideally you will be qualified in animal management and have 5 years’ experience in animal husbandry

Experience of working a wide range of animals in presentations and flight would be an advantage.

A creative and logical thinker you will be pioneering in your approach to guest service, have a head full of bright ideas and embrace our vision of untamed fun at Britain’s Wildest Adventure.

Experience of recruiting, training and leading a team.

A working knowledge of Microsoft Office, Excel, PowerPoint and Word.

This role is full time, permanent, averaging 40 hours per week and will include weekends and bank holidays.

Alongside a competitive annual salary and 28 days holiday you can look forward to enjoying a great benefits package  including a Group Personal Pension Plan, Merlin Magic pass, Employee Assistance Programme, Childcare Vouchers, Life Assurance, 25% discount in our retail shops and restaurants, 40% discount online off of LEGO, and much more!

Learn more HERE

Peter Dickinson Independent International Zoo Consultant +971 50 4787 122 | elvinhow@gmail.com | Skype: peter.dickinson48

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Zoo Keeper - Wild Connections

Zoo Keeper - Wild Connections

We are Chessington World of Adventures Resort and we are part of the magical Merlin Entertainments!

We are currently recruiting for a Zoo Keeper – Wild Connections.  As a member of our Wild Connections team you will be responsible for the daily husbandry of the animals on the section including cleaning, diet preparation, record keeping and enclosure redesign; no 2 days in this role are ever the same!  Other duties will include planning, evaluating and executing environmental enrichment for the animals under your care and delivering first-class animal presentations, shows, meet and greets, commercial activities and memorable experiences to our Adventurers. You will be required to use positive reinforcement to train a wide variety of species for husbandry, guest interactions and presentations. To excel in this role you will need good initiative to come up with new ideas to help move the section forward and to increase revenue and minimise costs, whilst maintaining standards.  You will be required to work alongside the wider zoo team as well as employees from all over the resort and mentor, coach and supervise work-experience students and interns.

We are looking for the following skills and experience;

Extensive practical experience working with a wide range of species.

Exceptional presentation skills are a must, in addition to the ability & passion to interact with the public.

A good level of understanding of animal behaviour and the care of animals is required to build upon.

Strong communication & computer skills are required as is efficient time management and organisational skills.

Enthusiasm to learn & develop in the role.

This role is full time, permanent, averaging 40 hours per week working 5 days out of 7 which will include weekends and bank holidays.

Alongside a competitive annual salary and 28 days holiday you can look forward to enjoying a great benefits package  including a Group Personal Pension Plan, Merlin Magic pass, Employee Assistance Programme, Childcare Vouchers, Life Assurance, 25% discount in our retail shops and restaurants, 40% discount online off of LEGO, and much more!

Learn more HERE

Peter Dickinson Independent International Zoo Consultant +971 50 4787 122 | elvinhow@gmail.com | Skype: peter.dickinson48

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DEPUTY SECTION HEAD CARNIVORES

DEPUTY SECTION HEAD CARNIVORES

Howletts Wild Animal Park near Canterbury, Kent is currently recruiting for Deputy Section Head of Carnivores. The ideal candidate will be enthusiastic and self motivated and have at least three years experience within a mainstream zoological collection, preferably working with carnivores in a similar role.

Duties of the role with involve:

- The ability to deputise for the Section Head in his absence.

- Excellent organisational skills.

- Excellent communication skills and report writing.

- The ability to supervise staff and ensure that the section is maintained to the highest

standards in terms of front of house and behind the scenes presentation.

- A proactive approach to work in general.

- A full, clean driving licence.

- Adherence and a good understanding of health and safety requirements of a modern

zoological collection.

- Willingness to be part of our general security team.

Although not essential, the following would be an advantage:

- Experience driving farm machinery.

- Maintenance and machinery skills.

- IT literate.

- Fire arms trained.

Applicants must have a proven track record in a similar position at a recognised zoological collection. They must possess good all round animal husbandry skills and be capable of deputising for the Section Head in his absence.

Working 5 days a week, including weekends and bank holidays, the successful candidate will have a genuinely flexible approach to working hours.

All applicants must have the right to work in the UK.

Single person accommodation may be available.

The new closing date is: 14^th November 2016.

To apply: Please email a CV and covering letter to Jasmine Ash -

personnel@aspinallfoundation.org

Please visit our website: www.aspinallfoundation.org to find out more.

Peter Dickinson Independent International Zoo Consultant +971 50 4787 122 | elvinhow@gmail.com | Skype: peter.dickinson48

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DEPUTY SECTION HEAD CARNIVORES

DEPUTY SECTION HEAD CARNIVORES

Howletts Wild Animal Park near Canterbury, Kent is currently recruiting for Deputy Section Head of Carnivores. The ideal candidate will be enthusiastic and self motivated and have at least three years experience within a mainstream zoological collection, preferably working with carnivores in a similar role.

Duties of the role with involve:

- The ability to deputise for the Section Head in his absence.

- Excellent organisational skills.

- Excellent communication skills and report writing.

- The ability to supervise staff and ensure that the section is maintained to the highest

standards in terms of front of house and behind the scenes presentation.

- A proactive approach to work in general.

- A full, clean driving licence.

- Adherence and a good understanding of health and safety requirements of a modern

zoological collection.

- Willingness to be part of our general security team.

Although not essential, the following would be an advantage:

- Experience driving farm machinery.

- Maintenance and machinery skills.

- IT literate.

- Fire arms trained.

Applicants must have a proven track record in a similar position at a recognised zoological collection. They must possess good all round animal husbandry skills and be capable of deputising for the Section Head in his absence.

Working 5 days a week, including weekends and bank holidays, the successful candidate will have a genuinely flexible approach to working hours.

All applicants must have the right to work in the UK.

Single person accommodation may be available.

The new closing date is: 14^th November 2016.

To apply: Please email a CV and covering letter to Jasmine Ash -

personnel@aspinallfoundation.org

Please visit our website: www.aspinallfoundation.org to find out more.

Peter Dickinson Independent International Zoo Consultant +971 50 4787 122 | elvinhow@gmail.com | Skype: peter.dickinson48

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Animal Training Internship

Animal Training Internship

The Institute for Marine Mammal Studies (“IMMS”) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization established in 1984 for the purposes of public education, conservation, and research on marine mammals in the wild and under human care. Located in Gulfport, Mississippi, IMMS has been an active participant of the National Stranding Network since its inception. IMMS is the premier stranding organization in the Mississippi-Louisiana-Alabama region of the Gulf Coast with the capability and expertise to care for sick and injured marine mammals. IMMS serves as an important educational outlet for the Mississippi Gulf Coast, incorporating programs for conservation, education and research of marine mammals and their environment.

Program Description

The IMMS Animal Training Internship Program is designed as a way for students/individuals interested in a career in animal care and training to gain valuable experience in a real-world setting. Interns will primarily be trained in aspects of animal care, but will also participate in other activities at IMMS. Our goal is to give interns a well-rounded experience in a variety of areas while providing expert training and experience. This is an unpaid position and all interns are responsible for their own housing and transportation.

Duties

The IMMS animal care and training staff is in charge of caring for Atlantic bottlenose dolphins, California sea lions, and large parrots. Interns will work directly with animal care staff and be exposed to all aspects of the daily routine. Heavy emphasis is placed on basic tasks such as food preparation, and daily cleaning and facility maintenance. Interns will learn how to train animals with operant conditioning through observation and may assist during sessions. Enrichment is very important to the well-being of our animals and interns will be asked to design and implement an enrichment device for our dolphins and/or birds. Interns will also give educational presentation to guests before they interact with our animals, as well as help staff with daily water quality. Because we want interns to have a well rounded experience, they will also be asked to assist in other departments. Interns may participate as 1) environmental educators and assist in giving presentations to the public, 2) research assistants that help with our many wild dolphin based research studies, or 3) emergency responders as IMMS is part of the Southeast Regional Marine Mammal Stranding Network and responds to stranded marine mammals and sea turtles.

Eligibility Requirements

Interns must be:

• 18 years or older.

• A recent graduate or actively pursuing a college degree in the sciences.

• Willing to accept the internship as an unpaid position.

• Able to commit to a minimum of at least 12 weeks, 40 hours a week. The internship can be extended depending on work performance.

• Available to work weekdays, weekends, and holidays.

• Able to lift 50 lbs, work long hours on your feet, and work outside in extreme conditions.

• Able to maintain a positive attitude, good work ethic, sense of responsibility, and a strong willingness to learn.

• Financially stable enough to obtain housing and transportation, though IMMS staff will do their best to assist you in making arrangements.

• Able to comply with IMMS rules and regulations.

To Apply

Please send the following documents to: kburton@imms.org with “Animal Training Internship” in the subject line.

IMMS Animal Training Internship Application

Resume with cover letter.

Two letters of recommendation - Provide at least one academic, and one work/volunteer- related reference if applicable. Letters may be emailed from the applicant or the person providing the recommendation letter.

A copy of your current official college transcript. Applicants may submit an unofficial copy.

Full photograph

Documents must be in one of the following formats - PDF, .doc, .docx, and must be submitted together with your first and last name and the date in the file name.

Ex)

2013Aug_Jane_Doe_Resume,

2013Aug_Jane_Doe_Application,

2013Aug_Jane_Doe_Transcript.

**The deadline for the winter internship has been extended to September 15th**

Peter Dickinson Independent International Zoo Consultant +971 50 4787 122 | elvinhow@gmail.com | Skype: peter.dickinson48

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Captive Wild Animal Management Advisor

Captive Wild Animal Management Advisor

The International Congress of Zookeepers (ICZ) is proud to spread the job description of Animals Asia, Change for Animals Foundation, and Hanoi Zoo and together help to improve zookeeping. This opportunity perfectly fits with our ICZ mission.

'The ICZ will build a worldwide network among zookeepers and other professionals in the field of wildlife care and conservation. This exchange of experience and knowledge will improve the professionalism of zookeepers for the benefit of the animals under their care and promote awareness and actions that will contribute to the preservation of wildlife everywhere.'

                   
 

Captive Wild Animal Management Advisor

 
Job Title: Captive Wild Animal Management Advisor
Location: Hanoi, Vietnam
Period: 3 months

This is a voluntary appointment. The appointment could be made in agreement with your current employer entering into a partnership with the stakeholders listed below to deliver the aims of the programme. Your employer’s contribution to this programme will be your time. OR as part of a sabbatical where your employer’s support throughout the 3 month period is not required.

Stakeholders: Hanoi Zoo, Hanoi Wildlife Rescue Centre, Animals Asia, Change for Animals Foundation

Proposed start date: March / April 2014

 1. BACKGROUND INFORMATION Hanoi Wildlife Rescue Centre (HWRC) is a government-run wildlife rescue centre located about 40 Km outside Hanoi, and serves as a housing facility for animals confiscated from the wildlife trade. The daily operations (feeding, cleaning, etc.) are conducted by a team of local staff. The centre houses a large number, and variety, of wild animals, including: tigers, Asiatic Black bears, macaques, porcupines, various species of reptiles, civet cats, slow lorises, gibbons, etc.
 
Concerns:
There are significant concerns for the welfare of the animals housed in HWRC, currently the staff are not qualified to provide appropriate care to meet many of the needs of the large number, and variety, of wild animals – the animals are kept in inappropriate cages, with little or no enrichment and in some cases fed an inappropriate/ inadequate diet, resulting in poor psychological and physical states.  Animals Asia have an agreement with HWRC to work together to improve the welfare of the animals housed at the rescue centre.
 Hanoi Zoo is a government-run zoo located in central Hanoi. Animals Asia has developed a positive relationship with Hanoi Zoo and have an agreement to improve the welfare of animals kept at the Zoo. In September 2013, Animals Asia, Change for Animals and Hanoi Zoo collaborated to organise the first ‘Shape of Enrichment’ workshop in Vietnam, delivered by Shape of Enrichment and Active Environments. It is hoped that Hanoi Zoo could serve as a ‘model’ for how other collaborative relationships can be built and improvements for animals can be made that can be used to implement management procedures that meet the needs of captive wild animals, at other facilities housing wildlife throughout Vietnam.
  

2. OVERALL JOB PURPOSE:
 To develop and ensure the implementation of practical and sustainable improvements in animal management at HWRC and Hanoi Zoo through the provision 

3. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
 To work in collaboration with the staff at HWRC and Hanoi Zoo, with support from Animals Asia and Change for Animals Foundation, to: ·        Review existing animal management and husbandry protocols.
·        Develop improved animal management and husbandry protocols using a participatory approach; including enrichment calendars, feeding calendars to ensure varied and appropriate/ adequate diets for the various species, etc.·        Provide staff training on animal management and husbandry to improve captive animal welfare;·        Develop protocols for how the animals at HWRC are managed - e.g. establish protocols for animals suitable for re-release.
·        Ensure agreed changes are understood by the staff and can be implemented beyond the scope of the programme.·        Advise on how modifications to existing buildings/ cages can be made inexpensively/ how existing buildings can be best used to improve the welfare of the animals housed within them. 

4. PERSON SPECIFICATION

Category	Requirement	Essential/ Desirable
Qualification/ Education/ Knowledge	·      Degree in relevant subject	D
Experience	·      Experience in working in a captive wild animal facility ·      Experience in working in a wildlife rehabilitation centre ·      Proven experience and expertise in enrichment and animal management ·      Experience of working in or with charity/NGO/voluntary sector ·      Experience of working internationally or on projects with international application	E D E              D D
Abilities/ Skills	·      Excellent written and oral communication skills ·      Experience of hosting/ facilitating workshops ·      Ability to work in partnership with key stakeholders and sustain strategic partnerships ·      Ability to effectively manage staff and physical resources	E D E E
Circumstances	·      Ability to reside in Hanoi for the duration of the posting.	E

 

5. COSTS

All expenses with regards to personal travel, food and accommodation will be met by the stakeholders.
 For further details and/or to send an application letter please write to David Neale at dneale@animalsasia.org 

Applications close on Feb 28^th 2014

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