Collection Manager/Head Keeper

Collection Manager/Head Keeper (full time)

Salary: circa £23,000 per annum

Tropical Wings Zoo is an established visitor attraction with an emphasis on Conservation and Education.  We pride ourselves on being highly engaging and interactive.  Our guest experiences are well received with high praise for our beautiful Tropical House and diverse animal collection.  2015 is already bringing positive change within our small Zoo with new developments and big plans for the future.  New employees joining our team will become fundamental and integral to our goals and aspirations.

Tropical Wings Zoo is currently looking to recruit an experienced, enthusiastic and highly motivated individual to lead and inspire our existing team of zoo keepers, work experience placements and volunteers whilst actively overseeing the care and management of our diverse collection of animals and all aspects of modern zoo management.  You will be an active overseer and will be expected to ensure ‘best practice’ is applied to all aspects of our visitor experience, animal and visitor facilities.  You will be responsible for the implementation of our conservation and research strategies and outputs and of course maintaining our zoo to BIAZA and EAZA criteria and standards. 

The ideal candidate will have:

·        A minimum of 5 years’ proven experience within a zoological collection and working with a diverse range of taxa

·        You will have been established and have proven success within a managerial position for a minimum of 3 years

·        Proven experience with ZIMS,  computer literate with working knowledge of Microsoft packages with the ability to be technologically driven

·        DMZAA qualification or equivalent

·        Excellent communication skills

·        Managerial training or qualifications that reflect a unique management style and proven history maintaining an efficient and effective team

·        A unique outlook on zoological management and ‘out of the box’ innovative mindset

·        A full clean driving licence

To apply:

Send completed application form, CV and covering letter by email to humanresources@tropicalwings.co.uk

Closing date: This vacancy will close as soon as sufficient applications have been received, therefore you should submit your application as soon as possible.

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Collection Manager/Head Keeper (full time)

Tropical Wings Zoo is an established visitor attraction with an emphasis on Conservation and Education.  We pride ourselves on being highly engaging and interactive.  Our guest experiences are well received with high praise for our beautiful Tropical House and diverse animal collection.  2015 is already bringing positive change within our small Zoo with new developments and big plans for the future.  New employees joining our team will become fundamental and integral to our goals and aspirations.

Tropical Wings Zoo is currently looking to recruit an experienced, enthusiastic and highly motivated individual to lead and inspire our existing team of zoo keepers, work experience placements and volunteers whilst actively overseeing the care and management of our diverse collection of animals and all aspects of modern zoo management.  You will be an active overseer and will be expected to ensure ‘best practice’ is applied to all aspects of our visitor experience, animal and visitor facilities.  You will be responsible for the implementation of our conservation and research strategies and outputs and of course maintaining our zoo to BIAZA and EAZA criteria and standards. 

The ideal candidate will have:

·        A minimum of 5 years’ proven experience within a zoological collection and working with a diverse range of taxa

·        You will have been established and have proven success within a managerial position for a minimum of 3 years

·        Proven experience with ZIMS,  computer literate with working knowledge of Microsoft packages with the ability to be technologically driven

·        DMZAA qualification or equivalent

·        Excellent communication skills

·        Managerial training or qualifications that reflect a unique management style and proven history maintaining an efficient and effective team

·        A unique outlook on zoological management and ‘out of the box’ innovative mindset

·        A full clean driving licence

To apply:

Send completed application form, CV and covering letter by email to humanresources@tropicalwings.co.uk

Closing date: This vacancy will close as soon as sufficient applications have been received, therefore you should submit your application as soon as possible.

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Collection Manager

 

 

 

Collection Manager

 

Marwell Wildlife is a registered charity dedicated to the conservation of biodiversity and other natural resources. Our 140 acre zoological park in the heart of Hampshire is home to over 170 exotic and charismatic species in beautiful landscaped surroundings.

 

A rare opportunity has arisen within our animal team as Collection Manager overseeing the bird, reptile, amphibian and invertebrate collections.

This role will report to the curator of birds and lower vertebrates, and working within a team of Collection Managers. The role also works closely with the veterinary team.

The role of Collection Manager is responsible for day to day animal care and must be able to demonstrate best practice in all areas of animal management and husbandry.

A key part of the role will be working with studbook managers and EEP coordinators to manage animal transactions, therefore candidates will ideally have previous experience in this area.

Collection Managers are responsible for the recruitment, selection, training, development and performance management of their allocated teams.  Excellent people management skills are a must as you will be working with teams across the organisation as well as your direct reports.

It is expected that the role will represent Marwell at relevant national and international forums.

Therefore the successful candidate will have a proven track record of managing both animals and people within zoos. Candidates must also hold a minimum Level 3 ANC / DMZAA or equivalent qualification in animal management or biological sciences.

 

Please visit our website, marwell.org.uk for full details and our electronic application form. This application form must be completed for you to be considered for this role.

 

Closing Date: 28^th November 2012

 

Successful applicants for vacancies with Marwell Wildlife may be required to have a Criminal Records Bureau check as a condition of employment.

 

 Registered charity number 275433. marwell.org.uk

 

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Phoenix Zoo - Collection Manager- Primates

Under direction of the Animal Curator, the Collection Manager is responsible for the organization and operation of an assigned trail through effective management of staff, animal care and facilities. This individual will supervise and manage a team of keepers, and must be a self-motivated, team focused individual with the ability to lead, coach, manage, and schedule a professional staff while maintaining exhibition excellence. This position will be responsible for the oversight of our new Orangutan facilities opening in spring 2011.

Essential duties include providing quality guest service to both internal and external guests and creating, fostering and maintaining a positive team orientated work environment through effective leadership communication and cooperative professional interactions. The Collections Manager will supervise daily operations including staff recruitment, scheduling, payroll, and performance management; provide training, coaching and mentoring to encourage staff development and inspect, evaluate and maintain the care and well-being of the animals in the trail. This individual will apply designated husbandry, nutritional and behavioral management standards and assist in the development of reproductive and exhibition strategies. They will ensure husbandry and behavioral management practices support the Phoenix Zoo’s mission and core values through active collaboration in the development and presentation of interpretive material, messaging and guest experiences. Additionally this manager will collaborate with internal departments and staff to identify and coordinate repairs, renovations and improvements of exhibitions. A Collection Manager serves and supports the business unit as a representative as needed and may conduct tours and assist with public/media requests. The manager will perform keeper duties as needed throughout Zoo and manage non-routine events and insure emergency response preparedness.

Candidates for this position must have a four-year college degree in life science or equivalent experience and four years experience with exotic animal husbandry at an accredited AZA institution or equivalent. An applicant must have successfully demonstrated leadership and management skills and a minimum of 3 years supervisory experience. Collections Managers are able to successfully solve complex problems and serve as resource to others. Other qualifications include proven organizational skills with the ability to balance and prioritize multiple tasks/requests and meet deadlines in a professional manner, excellent oral/written communication and interpersonal skills and a demonstrated ability to make sound decisions and exercise good judgment. Collection Managers must have the ability to perform all keeper activities to maintain animal collection including: lift up to 50 pounds, bend, stoop, crawl, and walk on uneven surfaces and work in extreme weather conditions. Applicants must be in possession of a valid driver license and have the ability to pass pre-employment background check, 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.

http://www.applitrack.com/phoenixzoo/onlineapp/jobpostings/view.asp

The Phoenix Zoo is an EEOE/ADA employer.



Application deadline: 31/03/2011

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