Curator of Animals

Curator of Animals

Dartmoor Zoo

Devon

The successful applicant will have overall responsibility for the animal department. The collection includes African lion, jaguar, Amur tiger, Southern cheetah, European brown bear, Iberian wolf, tapir, ostrich, capybara, vervet monkeys, lechwe, meerkat, coati, and agouti.

The Curator is responsible for the day to day management of a team of seven permanent staff and a large volunteer team including interns from further and higher education establishments, ensuring the highest standards of welfare, husbandry and staff/public safety.  The successful applicant will also have extensive experience in the capture, restraint, quarantine and transport of animals and be expected to ensure the accurate maintenance of all animal records and departmental administration.

The curator will also be expected to have a comprehensive grasp of the commercial constraints under which the zoo operates and support other senior managers in furthering the zoo’s commercial aims.

In this senior management role, the curator will be expected to liaise with other senior management in the delivery of the zoo’s obligations under licensing and other statutory requirements, as well as its aims in collection planning/management including the design and modification of enclosures, dietary plans, health surveillance, biosecurity, and the development and implementation of research projects.

This is a permanent position with a start date as soon as is possible. Salary is dependent on qualifications and experience.

Please send your CV and covering letter to the Operations Manager, by email to: george.hyde@dartmoorzoo.co.uk

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Living Exhibits Manager/Curator

Living Exhibits Manager/Curator

zoOceanarium

Dubai

Living Exhibits Manager/ Curator

zoOceanarium group is currently expanding their operations and therefore looking to recruit a Living Exhibits Manager/Curator for an exciting new facility opening in the United Arab Emirates.

Based in the United Arab Emirates, the Living Exhibit Manager is responsible for all Life Support operations in the facility, including the care, procurement, maintenance, and well being of plants & animals. They are responsible for the up-keep and maintenance of world-class exhibits. The Living Exhibits Manager will support and train subordinate staff and promote the on-going education within his/her team.

Position requirements:

         Degree in wildlife/marine biology, horticulture or related field

        7-10 years experience in similar position

     Proven aptitude for developing innovative and educational exhibits

      Experienced horticulturist, botanist and/or animal biologist, ideally with strong background in tropical rainforests

        Experience in the well-being of the live flora and fauna, ideally in the rainforest environment

       Experience working with local authorities and/or working in an international environment

        Experience managing teams, ideally in a multicultural environment

Please send brief cover letter and resumes/cvs to admin@zooceanarium.com

Applications by 31 July 2015

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Animal Curator

Animal Curator

Responsible to:                      General Manager

Responsible for:         Animal Team and Animals

Hours per week:        40 – 45 including at least two weekends per month

Salary:                                    £30,000pa

Zoos and aquariums hire animal curators to manage their animal collections. An animal curator's job responsibilities range from acquiring new animals and supervising the keepers that handle day-to-day animal feeding and care, to scheduling veterinary visits and assisting in designing exhibits. Curators' duties are broader than those of keepers, although curators do assist keepers in the handling of animals from time to time.

Hobbledown is a new indoor, all-weather park with a collection of over 200 exotic and domestic animals, mysterically based around a children’s story that encompasses characters, animals and a world of exciting play.

Responsibility and Expectations

• Manage a collection of domestic and exotic animals to include all day to day husbandry and feeding schedules
• Maintain all legal and ethical documentation including daily checks; clinical, operational and welfare
• Aspire to develop and increase a current collection including the acquisition of species, enclosure design and breeding programme / control, whilst being aligned to the current and future theme of Hobbledown
• Manage all veterinary protocols and schedules, both routine and ad hoc
• Manage a small team of keepers and volunteers on a day to day basis with the responsibility of their training, welfare and discipline with a hands on, ‘leading by example’ approach
• Develop a volunteer programme
• Maintain and develop a customer interaction programme, ideally unique to Hobbledown
• Aspire to make the animal experience as positive and as unique as all other areas of Hobbledown by allowing your experience and imagination to influence the expansion of Hobbledown
• Create, maintain and develop an education and conservation programme
• Be able to manage the Health and Safety requirement within a visitor attraction

Experience and Qualifications

• Experienced Head Keeper ready to progress with a minimum of 5 years supervisory or management experience at a reputed collection
• Understanding of zoo licence criteria, and participation in a zoo licence inspection
• Experience with breeding programmes, zoonosis protocol, enrichment and preventative medicines
• Proven track record of coaching and developing a zoo team
• Ambassador of customer service including the delivery, engagement and assessment of talks and presentations
• A clear understanding of how to create and implement Health and Safety protocols and procedures
• Some experience with project managing from concept design to build completion

A qualification in an animal related discipline would be beneficial

Closing Date:  30 June 2014

For more information or to apply, please contact David Long – General Manager at david@hobbledown.com

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Associate Curator of Elephants

 

 

Associate Curator of Elephants

San Diego Zoo

 

Non-Union position) Exempt, with benefits. Salary commensurate with experience.
"Put Your Passion For Wildlife To Work"

This position requires extensive working experience with mammal care and management. An example of experience would be a minimum of fifteen years. Experience with mammal protected contact management, operant training and conditioning is required. Selected candidate must also have experience managing animal care personnel. An example of experience would be at least seven years. Research experience reflecting working knowledge of the IACUC process and requirements are necessary. Substantial working knowledge of the Animal Welfare Act requirements is essential. A valid California driver lisence is required.

The Associate Curator of Elephants is responsible for proper development, management and maintenance of the elephant collection at the San Diego Zoo, San Diego Zoo Safari Park and other locations maintaining San Diego Zoo Global elephants.

This position reports to the Director of Collections Husbandry Science.

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AREA CURATOR, ANIMAL CARE

 

 

 

 

The Calgary Zoological Society is committed to excellence in animal stewardship and conservation leadership.  Our staff and volunteers are what make us a success in these activities and keep us focused on our commitment to engage visitors in enjoyable and unique experiences, connect our community with nature, and inspire actions which support conservation.  If you would like to be part of this team, we have the following permanent position available in our Animal Care department:

 

AREA CURATOR, ANIMAL CARE

 

Accountable to the General Curator, the Area Curator is responsible for the daily management of the animals, personnel, facilities and programs of the area. The successful candidate will be required to manage areas that may include mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians, fishes and invertebrates.

 

Responsibilities:

·         Oversee animal handling events, including animal shipments.

·         Assist in the planning and coordination of standard operating procedures.

·         Assist in planning and implementation of special projects, minor renovations and improvements in the section.

·         Ensures compliance with standard operating procedures and ensures the standard operating procedures are conducive to maintaining the highest possible standards of human health and safety and animal welfare in line with known best practice.

·         Interview and train employees: plan, assign and direct work: appraise performance: manage employees; address complaints and resolve problems; ensuring compliance with union contract.

·         Works with other departments to help develop, plan and implement educational programs, publicity, graphics and other support services for the section.

·         Initiates necessary requests for maintenance and horticultural work within the section.

·         Acts as a liaison with the veterinary team to coordinate animal treatments, exams and the preventative medicine program.

·         Acts as zone manager in other areas when other managers are away.

·         Works with Animal Management team to ensure animal exhibits and enclosures meet or exceed minimum AZA & CAZA accreditation standards.

·         Reviews and updates animal management/husbandry protocols ensuring established husbandry standards are met.

·         Ensures accurate, current records are kept on each animal and exhibit.

·         Coordinates behind the scenes tours, after hour’s events and animal treatments.

·         Manages budget with in consultation with General Curator.

·         Other duties as assigned.

 

Qualifications:

·         Minimum of 7 years of animal management experience preferably in an accredited institution

·         5 years of experience in direct staff supervision.  Experience managing a unionized workforce would be considered an asset.

·         Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Zoology, Ecology or related field

·         Must be able to establish and maintain an effective rapport with all levels of management, employees and park guests.

·         Must be able to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

·         Must have good observational skills.

·         Some computer skills in MS office.

·         The position requires inclusion on the zoo’s tactical response team. (Possess or eligible to possess firearm PAL document).

·         Possess or able to acquire a Class 5 Alberta drivers license

 

Physical Demands: 

• Involves outdoor work and heavy lifting
• Must be able to walk, stand, sit, kneel, stoop, crawl, twist, reach above head, pull, bend, climb stairs and ladders, and carry up to 50lbs.
• Exposure to fauna and pungent odours.
• Must be able to work in inclement weather.
• Working on weekends and statutory holidays will be required.

 

What the Zoo has to Offer:

• Competitive compensation package
• Annual performance bonus
• Flexible benefits plan, including a health spending account
• Employer matching RRSP program
• Competitive vacation and flex days entitlement
• Discounts on food, beverage and merchandise
• A complimentary annual pass for you and your immediate family members
• A fun work environment and the opportunity to work in a park full of wild animals!

 

If you are a highly motivated and experienced individual we invite you to send your resume, along with a covering letter, in confidence, no later than March 1, 2013.  Please quote the position title in the subject line.

 

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CURATOR OF LOWER VERTEBRATES & INVERTEBRATES

CURATOR OF LOWER VERTEBRATES and INVERTEBRATES

Chester Zoo is one of the leading zoological collections in Europe with a mission to be “a major force in conserving biodiversity world wide”. The zoo has an international reputation for its high standards of animal welfare, husbandry and conservation breeding and for its contribution to conservation, education and research.

We are currently recruiting for an experienced and qualified Curator of Lower Vertebrates and Invertebrates to join our management team at Chester Zoo. This position will report to the Head of Zoo Programmes and will be responsible for the overall organisation of our reptile, amphibian, fish and invertebrate collection.

In line with the Society’s strategic objectives and a major expansion of the zoo, the role will involve implementation and progression of the animal collection plan; exhibit design and development; the efficient management of resources; staff leadership and development and assisting in the zoo’s conservation and research activities in the UK and abroad.

There will be an emphasis on teamwork and a ‘hands-on’ operational approach.

The successful candidate will be educated to degree level in an appropriate animal/ conservation discipline, have a proven track record in herpetology and aquariums, and have proven zoo or aquarium based experience in a managerial or support role.

The role is full time, 40 hours per week, with weekend duties shared amongst the Curators. The salary is £33,525 increasing to £37,250 after successful completion of the probation period (Subject to Job Evaluation Consultation Period).

For further details about this role please see the Application Pack. To apply please download our application form or contact the recruitment line on 01244 389477 or recruitment@chesterzoo.org

Closing date for applications is Thursday 7th July 2011, with interviews anticipated to be held in the weeks beginning 18th July and 25th July 2011.

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Animal Management Curator and Unit Manager

Animal Management Curator and Unit Manager

Circa £25,000 per annum and accommodation


Over the past five years the Animal Management Unit has been expanded and developed to make it one of the best specialist facilities in the UK. The Unit includes state-of-the-art indoor and outdoor facilities which reach and surpass professional industrial standards and house over 100 species for use in practical study.

The Animal Management Unit includes a newly built and fully operational kennel and grooming facility. This will be a fully operational commercial enterprise, offering learners yet more industry experience, and is open to the public all year round for dog boarding and a wide range of grooming services.

You will lead a team of Animal Management Unit Technicians to ensure the effective care of all species and to achieve exemplary standards in animal welfare, teaching and the overall presentation of the Animal Management Unit. You will also undertake practical instruction and assessment of groups of students. You will develop business plans and forecasts, budget recommendations, and actively collaborate with academic and other staff to ensure effective teaching, husbandry, behavioural management practices, presentations and special events are supported. You will also ensure the physical facilities are fit for purpose.

Candidates must be able to demonstrate a range of experience working within the animal management industry, prior management experience and strong managerial skills. You will hold at least a level 3 animal care related qualification. The capability to multitask and strong oral and written communication skills and interpersonal skills are also important.

The successful applicant will be required to live on site to provide the necessary out-of-hours cover for the animals in our care and will be required to work weekends and evenings on a rotational basis.

Application packs are available on our website: http://www.bishopburton.ac.uk/

or email: great.jobs@bishopburton.ac.uk

Alternatively, telephone 01964 553019.

Closing date: 24 June 2011.

Bishop Burton College, Bishop Burton, Beverley, East Riding of Yorkshire, HU17 8QG

The College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. An enhanced CRB check will be carried out on the successful candidate. Bishop Burton College is committed to Equal Opportunities for all.

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Animal Curator - Phoenix Zoo

The Animal Curator position is responsible for managing assigned areas of the living collection, to include considerations of animal health and welfare, collection planning, operating plans, budget recommendations, selecting and supervising assigned personnel and actively fostering constructive attitudes, communication and a team orientation among staff. This individual actively collaborates with the Director of Animal Management in the presentation and development of guest experiences that support The Phoenix Zoo’s mission and core values.


Essential duties include providing oversight and supervision to Collection Managers for the management of assigned staff and collection. Staff management includes performance appraisal documentation and recommendation of disciplinary or corrective actions. The Curator will also participate in the recruitment and selection of new personnel as required. The Curator is expected to actively collaborate with other business unit staff to insure that husbandry, behavioral management practices, presentations and special events support the designated guest experience. They will also provide input into the assessment of existing physical facilities and the development of capital improvement and modification requests and in the planning and oversight of short-term improvements, minor repairs, and modifications as assigned.


Qualifications for this position include a minimum five years prior management experience within an AZA accredited institution or similar zoological institution, a Bachelor level degree in life science or equivalent job experience and strong managerial skills. The capability to multitask and strong oral and written communication skills and strong interpersonal skills are also important. Applicants should be able to lift up to 30 pounds, bend, stoop, crawl and locomote over uneven surfaces and work in extreme weather conditions. Applicants must have a valid driver license and be able to pass pre-employment background checks, drug test, and annual TB tests.

To view a more complete description and list of requirements and to apply for this position please visit the Phoenix Zoo job page. Applications can also be filled out in person. Resumes are not accepted for any Zoo position without an accompanying application. While postings may remain on outside sites for longer, once a job is removed from The Phoenix Zoo job page it is closed and we will no longer accept applications.

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Application deadline: 31/03/2011

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Calgary Zoological Society - Curator, Eurasia, South America, Africa

The Calgary Zoological Society located in Calgary, Canada is committed to excellence in animal stewardship and conservation leadership. Our staff and volunteers are what make us a success in these activities and keep us focused on our commitment to engage visitors in enjoyable and unique experiences, connect our community with nature, and inspire actions which support conservation. If you would like to be part of this team, we have the following full time position available:

CURATOR, EURASIA, SOUTH AMERICA, AFRICA

The Calgary Zoological Society is currently seeking an energetic, enthusiastic individual to lead our Eurasia, South America, and Africa areas.

Accountable to the Director, Animal Care , Conservation and Research, this position is responsible for the management of the animal collection, personnel, facilities and programs of the Eurasia, South America and Africa areas. This involves alignment with Calgary Zoo and Conservation and Research goals, strategies and business plans in the provision of a superior customer experience, as well as meeting the financial, conservation, animal care, research, and education goals of the zoo.

Duties include animal collection planning, and animal acquisitions and dispositions; assisting in exhibit design, developing and managing budgets; participating in AZA and other professional organizations; and managing unionized staff members.

Qualifications:
• Masters Degree or similar relevant qualification desirable
• 10 years of animal management experience with a minimum of 5 years of direct animal management in an accredited institution
• 4+ years of experience in direct staff supervision
• Experience in training animal collection for veterinary, husbandry and educational purposes
• Proven ability to research, develop, and present interpretive programs
• Demonstrated experience in sourcing, initiating, and facilitating animal transactions
• Experience managing a unionized workforce would be an asset
• Excellent communication and leadership skills in a team environment

Physical Demands of Positions:
• Daily on–grounds mobility required, some heavy lifting requirements, weekend work

The Calgary Zoological Society offers a competitive compensation package, free on-grounds parking, discounts on food and gift shop purchases, discounts on education programs, a complimentary annual pass for you and your family as well as the opportunity to work in one of the top zoos in North America.


If you possess the required qualifications and experience, we invite you to send your resume, along with a covering letter in confidence by December 22, 2010. Please quote the job position in the subject line.

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Curator of Breeding and features

Curator of Breeding and features

Weymouth – Grade 5 Up to 21K + Benefits

The Role

Displays developments provide quarantined livestock for the whole of the SEA LIFE group. A key objective of the role is to design and implement a breeding strategy to allow SEA LIFE to become self sufficient in key animals. This will involve project managing a major development of the breeding facilities. Conservation issues in the wild need to underpin the breeding programs. It will be important to establish and drive both local and international conservation links.

You will need to communicate with heads of displays from all sites to support them in achieving amazing displays of seahorses, jellyfish and octopus. This will involve visiting some sites at key times and providing training and expertise’s.

The role will also include the innovation of new creatures and displays, managing the process throughout, from initial concept through to public display. Experience in at least small scale project management is essential.

The Person

Working with diverse creatures ranging from Leafy Sea Dragons to Giant Pacific Octopus, you will need to be extremely adaptable. Training and mentoring will be provided with the position but we are looking for an individual who is a self starter that can lead a team with a real passion for the subject.

The position will involve travel and research and you will represent SEA LIFE through professional presentations at relevant conferences. With at least 3 years proven fish husbandry experience, you must be confident and competent to give husbandry, health and breeding advice to the SEA LIFE Aquariums.

The Application

The salary for this hugely rewarding role will reflect experience. So, if you have got what it takes dive in. Send your CV and a covering letter (including your current salary and employment package) to:

Email: donna.hattersley@merlinentertainments.biz

The closing date for this opportunity is the 1st of November 2010.

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Curator of Carnivores and Large Mammals

Curator of Carnivores and Large Mammals

One of Northeast Ohio’s finest attractions is seeking candidates for Curator of Carnivores and Large Mammals to plan, direct, and coordinate all activities regarding the management of large cats, bears, hoofstock, rhinos and elephants.

Essential functions:

Under the direction of the General Curator, works in coordination with veterinarians, conservation scientists, animal care managers, animal keepers and others to manage the carnivore and large mammal collection.

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree required, Master’s preferred, in Biology, Zoology, or related field. A minimum of five years experience in operations, supporting an exotic animal collection, to include three years of supervisory experience. In-depth knowledge of ISIS (International Species Inventory System), the AZA’s Conservation and Science programs, Federal and State wildlife legislation, and husbandry and exhibitry issues. Must have proven scientific skills; demonstrated leadership and participative management skills; excellent communication skills (oral and written), problem solving, vision, collaboration, and decision making to analyze diverse facts, develop clear concise reports and recommendations. Salary $57,628 - $86,442. Open until filled.
Cover letter must state how your skills and experience align with job qualifications. Send your résumé to: resumes@ClevelandMetroparks.com  or:

Cleveland Metroparks #10074

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4101 Fulton Parkway

Cleveland, OH 44144

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