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The Birmingham Zoo
Seasonal Animal Care Professional, Trails of Africa
The Birmingham Zoo is currently seeking applications for a Seasonal Animal Care Professional in the Trails of Africa department. Under the direction of the Zoological Manager, the successful candidate will assist the team with providing a high level of animal care to reticulated giraffe, black rhinoceros, bongo, ostrich, plains zebra and red flanked duiker.
Primary responsibilities of this position include monitoring animal health, maintaining cleanliness of animal areas, providing environmental and behavioral enrichment, preparing diets, modifying habitats, maintaining accurate records, and presenting both formally and informally for the public. The candidate must be a motivated self-starter that is enthusiastic and team oriented. This position requires a team player capable of positive interactions with staff, guests, and volunteers.
This is a seasonal position working at least 40 hours per week, including weekends, holidays, and late events as needed. Successful candidates will work in close proximity to dangerous animals, and professionalism and good communication are required.
The Birmingham Zoo
Birmingham, ALPhone: 2058790409
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