EXPERIENCED MAMMAL KEEPER

EXPERIENCED MAMMAL KEEPER

Experienced Mammal Keeper (Ref - AD/MK/11)

Blackpool Zoo is looking for an experienced mammal keeper to assist in the daily care and husbandry needs of its mammal section that it currently maintains including giraffes, bongo and big cats.

You will need to be hard working, physically fit, enthusiastic and reliable. You should possess the Advanced National Certificate in the Management of zoo Animals or an equivalent and have a minimum of three years mammal keeping experience. Some experience with hoof stock and big cats would be advantageous although not essential.
For the above we offer a competitive salary, inclusion in the company’s pension scheme and the opportunity to further your career within the zoological world.

Subsidised single occupancy (on site) accommodation will be available with these posts, if required.

Blackpool Zoo is ideally and conveniently located on the outskirts of the "UK most popular holiday resort". Less than a 5 minute drive from the M55 motorway, the zoo’s site is also easily accessible from numerous rural villages in the surrounding area. The zoo itself is situated in a well established green belt area of the town and is only a 10 minute drive away from the town centre, which offers a veritable feast of nightlife, entertainment and shopping as well as the famous Golden Mile coastline. Blackpool can genuinely offer "something for everyone", from singles to families, yet within an hour drive of this vibrant town you can be in the Lake District, Manchester or even the Yorkshire Dales

The closing date for applications is the 23rd May 2011.

A job description for the post can be obtained from the Personnel Department

Please apply, in writing enclosing a full CV and quoting the Reference number
of the post, to:

Personnel Department
Blackpool Zoo
East Park Drive
Blackpool
FY3 8PP

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SENIOR KEEPER BIRDS & REPTILES

SENIOR KEEPER BIRDS and REPTILES

Experienced Senior Keeper Bird/Reptile Section (Ref No: AD/B2/11)

Experienced Senior Keeper, to oversee the day to day running of Bird/Reptile Section within the zoo. The role dictates that a ‘hands on’ approach will be required and an emphasis on coaching of individuals and team building.

As well as being responsible for your section, you will also assist and deputise for the head keeper of your area with some of their work and help in developing and moving forward your section within the framework of the animal department's aims and objectives in a new and exciting period within Blackpool Zoo’s history.

You will need to be hard working, physically fit, enthusiastic and reliable. A minimum of 5 years zoo keeping experience with a minimum of three years experience working with exotic birds in a zoo environment plus proven people management skills and the Advanced Zoo Animal Management course, or equivalent, are essential.

For the above we offer a competitive salary, inclusion in the company’s pension scheme and the opportunity to further your career within the zoological world.

Subsidised single occupancy (on site) accommodation will be available with these posts, if required.

Blackpool Zoo is ideally and conveniently located on the outskirts of the "UK most popular holiday resort". Less than a 5 minute drive from the M55 motorway, the zoo’s site is also easily accessible from numerous rural villages in the surrounding area. The zoo itself is situated in a well established green belt area of the town and is only a 10 minute drive away from the town centre, which offers a veritable feast of nightlife, entertainment and shopping as well as the famous Golden Mile coastline. Blackpool can genuinely offer "something for everyone", from singles to families, yet
within an hour drive of this vibrant town you can be in the Lake District, Manchester or even the Yorkshire Dales

The closing date for applications is the 23rd May 2011.


A job description for the post can be obtained from the Personnel Department

Please apply, in writing enclosing a full CV and quoting the Reference number
of the post, to:

Personnel Department
Blackpool Zoo
East Park Drive
Blackpool
FY3 8PP

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New World Primate Caregiver/Office Assistant

Position Available (on-going) for New World Primate Caregiver/Office Assistant at Pacific Primate Sanctuary, Maui, Hawaii

This is truly a Sanctuary, a beautiful place for the right person. We would welcome someone with a background and interest in animal husbandry, welfare and conservation, exotic veterinary medicine, biology, and related fields, who is a mature team player with respect for others. We need a good, clear communicator (written and spoken English), and coordinator with a minimal personal agenda, who seeks mutual growth for all and is able to make a long term commitment to the primates and the staff. A one year commitment is requested.

The position requires a self-starter and hard worker, someone who is humble, compassionate, self-reliant, organized, professional, computer literate, open to learning, capable of problem solving and completing a task. We need someone who can function independently as well as in a group. Our Resident Intern would need to be physically fit, with no communicable diseases or criminal record, who has a driver's license and would enjoy a rural lifestyle with simple amenities. Citizens of foreign countries would need to secure their own visas and permits independently.

Responsibilities of an animal caregiver involve: providing daily care, enrichment, and nurturing to 70+/- monkeys, administering medications, preparing food, cleaning enclosures, and maintaining the Sanctuary facility. Office assistance would include: administering the volunteer program (scheduling, processing of applications, advertising), data entry (Mac- Filemaker Pro, Excel, Word), correspondence, record-keeping, fund-raising-grant writing and public relations. After the training period, managerial duties would be added and more technical training may be available. The position requires an average of 40 hours per week, including on-call duties.

Pacific Primate Sanctuary is a nonprofit organization (501(C)(3), run entirely by volunteers. Our staff is made up of 15 volunteer caregivers and a support system of veterinary and other professionals. Since the well-being of the monkeys is our primary focus, they are not on exhibit, the facility is not open to the public and they are not subjected to any medical research.

As a result, our organization is not eligible for funding from any governmental agencies nor do we receive funds from admission, as would a public zoo. Therefore, we must rely solely upon donations from compassionate individuals and organizations. Our operating budget is extremely small. Financial independence for living expenses would be required. If you are considering the possibility of seeking grant support on your own, supplementary funds for needs other than housing could be built into your budget.

We provide a fully furnished and equipped 24-foot Yurt or a 16-foot Yurt (traditional round structures designed specifically for tropical living) and utilities. An organic garden and fruit orchard exist on-site. The Yurt is adjacent to the Sanctuary on a large piece of rainforest property with its own bathroom facilities. You would be trained by experienced members of our staff in all aspects of New World Primate care (Callithrix, Cebus, and Ateles) and have the opportunity to become a head animal caregiver.

Please begin making application for the position by submitting the following: your Letter of Intent in making application, your Resume/CV, and three Letters of Reference (from instructors, employers etc.). We look forward to hearing from you soon.



Me Ke Aloha No Na Holoholona,
With Love For The Animals,

Lucy L. Wormser
Founder and President

Pacific Primate Sanctuary, Inc.
500 A Haloa Road
Haiku, Maui, Hawaii 96708

Sanctuary Phone & Fax: 808. 572.8089
President's Phone: 808. 572.4567

E-Mail pps@aloha.net
Internet: http://www.pacificprimate.org/
Blog: http://pacificprimate.blogspot.com/
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Animal Carer - Isle of Wight Zoo

Animal Carer

Closing Date: 10th May 2011

General post info:

•Permanent
•45 hrs/wk
•Rate of pay negotiable depending on age and experience


Job spec:

•Care and management of big cats and other species as required
•Provision of food and water
•Butchery activities including manual handling and butchering carcasses
•Cleaning out animal accommodation
•Provision of veterinary care
•Behavioural/environmental enrichment
•Assisting with development of nutrition programmes and preventative health care
•Enclosure decoration and general maintenance/upkeep
•Record keeping
•Capture and restraint
•Security of big cat collection
•Public education
•Assisting in the development of public education programme
•Assisting with animal training routines
•Conducting daily presentations
•Involvement in other educational activities


Key skills/attributes:


•Responsible attitude and understanding of secure management of high risk animals
•Reliable with a strong work ethic
•Ability to work independently with self-drive or as part of the diverse zoo team
•Desire to contribute to the development of an up=and-coming zoo
•Excellent communication skills
•Flexible with an open-minded 'can do’ attitude
•Attention to detail
•Great sense of humour


Required:

•Minimum 1 year experience working with big cats
•Experience with public education


Advantageous

•Experience as duty manager of an animal collection
•Formal animal care qualifications
•Firearms licence
•First Aid certificate
•Health and Safety qualifications
•Full driving licence

To apply for this post, please download an application form and return it to:

Chief Executive's Office
Isle of Wight Zoo
Yaverland Road, Sandown
Isle of Wight, PO36 8QB

Alternatively you may email your application.

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Vet Nurse - Australia Zoo

Vet Nurse - Australia Zoo

Department: Australia Zoo Wildlife Warriors


Position Description: As the Veterinary Nurse, you will have the primary responsibility of the cleaning, care and rehabilitation of sick or injured Zoo animals within the hospital and Zoo grounds under the direction of the Zoo veterinarian. You will assist the Veterinarian with procedures and daily duties. You will be also required to work closely and in cooperation with the Hospital Manager. Compassion and a commitment to conservation are an important part of this role. Although your primary responsibility will be associated with Zoo animals, there will be a requirement to assist with wildlife when requested by the Zoo vet.

Duties may include:
• Maintain the highest standard of animal welfare.
• Maintain cleaning and maintenance of all the animal enclosures.
• Ensure the hygiene of the enclosures and hospital is held at a high level.
• Undertake quarantine procedures.
• Conduct environment and enclosure safety checks.
• Medicate animals as required by the veterinarian.
• Prepare food and conduct feeding of animals in accordance with diet requirements feeding schedules and procedures.
• Update Zoo animal files with medical information, animal behavior and health observations.
• Keep and maintain Veterinary Nurse Day book.
• Follow the Radiation safety and protection plan.
• Liaise with Zookeepers and wildlife carers and rescuers.
• Keep up to date with all areas of Veterinary nursing and wildlife care.
• Participate in performance training and development reviews or programs as requested by the company both on and off the job.
• Attend meetings as request by the Zoo Veterinarian, Curator, or Hospital Manager.
• Maintain security procedures.
• Establish a relationship with keepers and their animals.
• Maintain the pathology image slide database.
• Maintain and manage the zoo hospital's pharmacy and equipment
• Assist in the implementation and management of the zoo's preventative health program under the direction of the zoo's veterinarian (this would include parasite surveillance and control, vaccination programs, contraception calendar etc)
• Assist the zoo's veterinarian in complying with various regulatory requirements (eg permitting process for etorphine and various imported drugs etc)
• Assist in the ongoing development of an integrated zoo veterinary service
• Provide a high standard of customer service and publicity.
• Work within the guidelines of health and safety procedures to ensure both animals, personal and visitor security.
• Maintain and ensure a commitment to privacy and confidentiality.
• Conduct public education on wildlife rescue and rehabilitation.
• Supervision of work experience students and volunteers.

Selection Criteria:
• Experience in the anesthetic monitoring and management of a wide range of exotic and native zoo animals including birds, reptiles, native mammals, exotic carnivores and exotic hoof stock is desired, but not essential.
• Attained Certificate IV Veterinary Nursing
• Availability to work on Weekend
• Availability to work Shift work if required.
• Proven ability to perform the above duties

Weekend availability and own transport required. This position may also include night shifts.

Apply for this job below. Applications close 4th of May 2011


Here is a checklist of information you will need to have ready before you start to complete the employment application form:

•Education history
•Employment history
•References
•Any qualifications you may have eg First Aid
•Any achievements you may like to tell us about
•your availability (what hours can you work)
•A resume in .pdf or .doc format
•Any other info that may support your application
Please allow 20 minutes to complete the application.

Click HERE to start application

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Bear Keeper/Manager - Fortress Of The Bear

FORTRESS OF THE BEAR

4639 Sawmill Creek Road SITKA, ALASKA (907) 747-3032

-For Protection And Positive Solutions Through Education-

Job Description

Bear Keeper /Manager

Fortress Of The Bear located in Southeast Alaska is a fast growing bear rescue facility. We take injured or orphaned cubs where they are trained and brought to optimum health. Following our care, they placed them in zoos or sanctuaries nationally and internationally.

We are seeking an experienced, enthusiastic individual lead our team in current bear care techniques.

The Bear Manager/Keeper is responsible for the management of the bear collection, animal care staff, animal husbandry, exhibits, and holding areas.

Duties to be performed:
1. Manage all aspects of bear collection, animal care staff, and exhibitry.
2. Provide quality guest service to both internal and external guests.
3. Responsible for acquisition and disposition of animals.
4. Provide the best guest experience possible through guided tours, signage, exhibitry, and animal presentations.
5. Oversee and do collection records including daily animal behavior, nutrition, health, enrichment, and training records.
6. Oversee and implement daily animal enrichment and training programs.
7. Collaborate with veterinarian to ensure the highest level of care for the animals.
8. Provide overall management direction for employee training and professional development.
9. Collaborate with community members and schools to provide outreach and on site educational programs.

To apply:

Submit application, resume and cover letter to Les Kinnear, Executive Director, Fortress of the Bear, 4639 Sawmill Creek Road, Sitka, AK 99835 or via email to: info@fortressofthebear.org

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Howletts and Port Lympne - Enrichment and Research Internship (unpaid)

Enrichment and Research Internship (unpaid)

Howletts and Port Lympne are sister parks in Kent housing over 1000 animals from a range of species (primarily mammals). We have multiple-groups of many of these species, providing fantastic research opportunities. We are currently undertaking a long term project to provide easily accessible enrichment items to our keepers though enrichment workshops with the public. This is in order to continue to promote animal welfare, and we are working on plans to quantitatively assess this.
We are therefore looking for enthusiastic graduate students wanting to gain practical experience in zoo welfare and research for a 6month to 1year placement working between both parks.

The successful applicant will have the opportunity to run an extended research project, the results of which could be submitted to a research/enrichment conference, gain experience in zoo based research with a wide variety of species, gain experience in the organisation of professional workshops and conferences for keepers and students in collaboration with zoo professionals in the fields of enrichment and research. A chance to get involved in two conferences: the ‘Primate Society of GB Spring Meeting’ and the ‘UK and Ireland Regional Environmental Enrichment Conference’ which will be hosted by the parks in 2012.

We are looking for someone with a BSc in zoology, animal behaviour, psychology or similar qualification who has a passion for conservation and captive research. You will need a good knowledge of statistics programmes such as SPSS, have experience of data collection with various animal species. Good communication skills, a full clean driving license and your own transport and a flexible approach to working hours is essential.

Working three to four days a week which will include some weekends. Ideally we are looking for someone to start as soon as possible although applicants whose degree finishes in June will be considered.

Applicants will be short listed and must be available to attend an interview at Port Lympne during May. Please be aware that we are unable to offer accommodation with this internship

Please apply by emailing a CV and covering letter to: Mark Kingston Jones - research@aspinallfoundation.org
A full description of the internship is available on request.

Closing date: 6th May 2011

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SENIOR KEEPER; CARNIVORES (ADELAIDE)

VACANCIES

Adelaide Zoo, based within Adelaide’s CBD, is one of the leading tourist destinations in South Australia and has a well-deserved reputation as a leader in conservation of endangered species.

SENIOR KEEPER; CARNIVORES (ADELAIDE)

(Full-Time, Permanent Role)

Summary of Responsibilities

The ability to work well in a team, excellent communication skills and previous experience in delivering public presentations is essential. Training and conditioning experience will be advantageous. The Senior Keeper is expected to provide basic day to day management and direction within their team. As such previous relevant experience in managing a small team is required, proven leadership skills are essential and relevant qualifications would be highly regarded.


This position is focussed on the daily operations and husbandry aspects of our carnivore collection, and as such applicants must have proven carnivore husbandry experience.


How to Apply

The position description can be obtained from the Website www.zoossa.com.au

Applications are by CV and a covering letter; marked with ‘Senior Carnivore Keeper’ to; recruitment@zoossa.com.au Please ensure that your application covers the following;

• Carnivore Husbandry experience
• Management Skills and Abilities

CLOSING DATE: 12 Noon, Friday 6th May 2011

INTERVIEWS: Week commencing 9th May 2011

Zoos South Australia (ZSA) is a non-profit conservation charity. We provide conservation education, as well as supporting and conducting many conservation, breeding and research programmes. As part of our conservation efforts we run Adelaide and Monarto Zoos. We work within the WAZA guidelines for the ethical treatment of animals.


ZSA is involved in a variety of conservation activities, including direct co-ordination and management of threatened species programs to field support and captive breeding for release to the wild, as well as conservation education programs. To encompass its increasing range of conservation activities, the RZSSA has developed Conservation Ark, its integrated science and conservation arm.

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Experienced Caretakers - Foundation AAP

Experienced Caretakers

(24 to 32 hours per week)

Foundation AAP

Almere

The Netherlands

Your part
As an Experienced Caretaker, you are responsible for the daily care for our mammals, including primates or chimpanzees. In practice your work will largely include cleaning, feeding, observation, behavioural enrichment and assisting in the rehabilitation of the animals. You’ll be working in a team of experienced caretakers according to fixed procedures and a hands-off protocol. Depending on which department you work in, there is a possibility you’ll be giving directions and guidance to a number of (foreign) volunteers/interns. Your job will also include a number of administrative tasks. You’re part of the team, you work well with others and you’re flexible enough to work Saturdays or Sundays. The department’s team leader will give you direction.

Your experience
* 3 relevant years of MBO-Dierenverzorging (Animal Care) or a minimum of 3 years experience with exotics
* experience in taking care of exotics, knowledge of primate species and in particular chimpanzees is a plus
* in good physical shape
* prepared to work during the weekend
* able to work independently, but also possessing the necessary team spirit
* prepared to share knowledge and information
* good oral expressive ability in English
* capable of working with relevant computer programs (Outlook, Word, Excel, etc).

Our offer
We’re offering you a very challenging job with a lot of personal responsibility in an open, fast growing, professional organisation with animals and people at its heart, located in a natural environment. Your commencing salary is € 1655,00 per month gross (based on 40 hrs), with annual growth possibilities.


About AAP
At Foundation AAP we give shape to our ideal in a professional manner: to improve the welfare of abused or neglected exotic apes and small to medium-sized mammals from all over Europe. For one thing we do this by providing shelter for animals from the illegal trade, circuses, animal testing laboratories or simply private owners. For most animals we find suitable new homes in reserves, zoos or in our own permanent shelter in the south of Spain.

AAP also works to prevent welfare issues by actively exercising influence through both Dutch and European policy-makers and decision-makers in this area, and working work with domestic and foreign professional parties on an active and strategic level. Furthermore, AAP is an internationally authoritative knowledge centre.

There are about 70 people on our pay roll and we have an equal number of volunteers, established on a spacious and modern location in the middle of the green area near Almere. Nowhere else would you be able to see the result of your efforts so directly: each animal taken to our grounds and into our care, recuperates. You will be part of a tight, professional group of colleagues: from caretaker to fundraiser, all with the same ideal purpose.

To Apply
For further information call
Constantine Kasule, Chimpanzee Complex team leader, on phone number +31 (0)36 523 87 87,
or Carolien Grim, Quarantine team leader, on phone number +31 (0)36 523 87 87.
Check our website for further information: http://www.aap.nl/

Send your application letter and CV (preferably) by e-mail to working.at@aap.nl or by post to
Stichting AAP,
Kemphaanpad 1,
Postbus 50313,
1305 AH Almere,
Attn. Elly Koppers,
Personnel Coordinator,

before 5 May 2011, mentioning number 2011-09-OREDV.

Carrying out a practical assignment is part of the application procedure.

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Deputy Curator - Blue Planet Aquarium

Deputy Curator  - Blue Planet Aquarium
A unique opportunity has arisen for a Deputy Curator to join the Blue Planet Aquarium Zoological Team.

The department is responsible for all displays, including our 3.8 million litre shark tank; as well as a diverse collection of terrestrial vertebrates and invertebrates.

Reporting to the Curator, you will be responsible for the day to day management of the Aquarist and Dive Team.

A hands-on approach is required to ensure the team achieve the highest standard of animal care and husbandry.

You will also promote a high standard of health and safety for all Aquarium visitors and staff.

As Britain’s Best Aquarium it’s important that all our visitors have a magical day out and this is where you play a part.
With your strong communication, leadership skills and ‘lead by example’ management style you will motivate and inspire your team to deliver engaging, informative and educational presentations through public talks or classroom sessions, as well as ensuring you and your team converse with our visitors whilst carrying out your daily duties around the aquarium.

It would be advantageous, although not essential if you had a PADI Divemaster Qualification or equivalent as the post would require you to instruct or assist on our Dive Nights.
If you don’t meet this criteria, then you must be willing to undertake PADI Divemaster training if appointed.

If interested, please send your CV & covering letter to: Janeen Pickup, Aspro UK Group HR Manager, c/o Blue Planet Aquarium, Cheshire Oaks, Cheshire, CH65 9LF.
Or email us at: recruitment@asprouk.com

Your application letter should highlight why you would be able to fulfil this key role within the organisation and clearly demonstrate how you meet our requirements.
Please include your salary expectations.

Blue Planet Aquarium is committed to Equal Opportunities.
http://www.blueplanetaquarium.co.uk/

Closing Date: Friday, 29th April 2011

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Chester Zoo - Experience Presenter/Keeper

EXPERIENCE PRESENTER /KEEPER

The Chester Zoo Experience

TEMPORARY

Chester Zoo, one of Europe’s leading Zoological collections, has an active and award winning Education Division and is now seeking to expand its range of educational and visitor experiences by recruiting an Experience Presenter/Keeper on a temporary contract until January 2012.

The successful candidate will promote and deliver a range of Zoo experiences including guided tours, public education programmes and animal encounters in both public areas and animal enclosures and may include some aspects of husbandry and animal handling. Work is both indoors and outdoors.

The successful applicants must have a Zoo Biology or Conservation related degree and a good working knowledge and experience of conservation education, presentation design and organisation including tour guiding or public speaking. The successful candidate will have experience of animal husbandry and working as part of a zoo keeper team. The successful candidate will have the ability to provide excellent customer care, have excellent presentation skills and visitor management. They will be computer literate in particular working knowledge of Microsoft Office packages.

The successful candidate will ideally have good knowledge of Chester Zoo’s animal collection and conservation work. They will ideally have good knowledge of safe working practices and risk assessments.

This post is subject to an enhanced CRB check.

Work is 5 days in 7, including weekends, bank holidays and evenings. The salary is a minimum of £13,777 (pro rata) for a typical 35 hour week subject to Job Evaluation.

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 Monday 25 April 2011

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Trainee Keeper - Reptiles, Amphibians and Invertebrates

Trainee Keeper - Reptiles, Amphibians and Invertebrates

Marwell Wildlife is a registered charity dedicated to the conservation of biodiversity and other natural resources.

We are currently looking to recruit a Trainee Keeper to work within our Reptile, Amphibian and Invertebrate department.

Roles and responsibilities will include ensuring high standards of animal welfare, health and animal husbandry at all times and keeping daily checks and records.

Applicants will need to have an interest and basic experience of working with captive and / or wild reptiles, amphibians and invertebrates, but also a flexible attitude with regards to working on other sections, hold 5 GCSE’s or equivalent and a valid driving licence for the UK.

The successful candidate will be able to work well as part of a team, have the ability to use their initiative, display interest and commitment to animal welfare and conservation, and must possess strong verbal communication skills as talking to members of the public is an essential part of the role.

Please visit our website http://www.marwell.org.uk/ for full details and an application form.

Closing Date: 25 April

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

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Presenter - Chester Zoo

Presenter

Temporary (until 4th September 2011)

Chester Zoo, one of Europe’s leading Zoological collections, has an active and award winning Education Division, now seeking a Presenter on a temporary contract running to 4th September 2011.

Our Presenter team are a vital part of enhancing the visitors’ experience and work includes delivering public talks anf guided tours, interpretation and exhibition supervision. School holiday activities may include story telling. Audiences vary from 2 to 500 or more, and there is lots of public interaction requiring a confident and outgoing personality.

The successful candidate will have a Zoo Biology or Conservation related degree, and have good communication skills. They will have experience of Zoo Education and of public speaking or delivering guided tours and will have a good working knowledge of Zoo education techniques and experience in delivering this. The successful applicant will have a good knowledge of conservation issues and a wide-ranging and in depth knowledge of the natural world. They will be able to work as part of a team and individually and have the ability to provide excellent customer care.

The successful candidate will ideally have a good knowledge of Chester Zoo’s animal collection, our conservation work and be computer literate (in particular working knowledge of Microsoft Office).

This post is subject to an enhanced CRB check.

Work is 5 days in 7, including bank holidays, every weekend and occasional evenings. Rate of pay is £6.81 per hour (subject to Job Evaluation).

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

Closing date for applications is Wednesday 27 April 2011

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