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:
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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.
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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).
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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.
Human Resources PLEASE, NO PHONE INQUIRIES.
The Calgary
T2E 7V6 interviews
will be contacted.
Fax: (403) 695-3807
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