Keeper
Dublin Zoo holds the
prestigious position of being ‘Ireland’s Number One Fee Paying Family
Attraction’ having welcomed in excess of one million visitors each year.
We are currently
seeking a zoo professional for the position of ‘Keeper’ within Dublin Zoo on a
full-time basis.
The ideal candidate
will be highly motivated and passionate about wildlife, with the skills
required to communicate this passion and knowledge directly to our visitors.
He/she must
demonstrate an understanding and knowledge of modern zoo practices in animal
husbandry, diets and environmental enrichment, as well as an understanding and
knowledge of research, conservation and health and safety practices.
The successful
candidate should have a minimum of 3 years experience working with animals in a
Keeper role in a Zoological Garden and/or Wildlife Park and hold a Diploma in
Animal Management from Sparsholt College, or equivalent, or be prepared to
complete this course within a pre-agreed timeframe. Experience with Birds
and/or Reptiles would be an advantage.
Applicants who have
not yet achieved the above required qualification, if successful, will be
considered in a Trainee Keeper capacity until the relevant qualification is
achieved within a pre-agreed timeframe.
Applications should
be made in writing to
Petrice Dillon,
Human Resources Department, Dublin Zoo, Phoenix Park, Dublin 8,
or via email to
recruitment@dublinzoo.ie no later than Sunday 24th July 2016
Peter Dickinson
Independent International Zoo Consultant        |
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