Zoo Assistant Curator
Location
Louisville, Kentucky, United States
Work type
Onsite
Employment
Full Time
Experience
2-5 years
Compensation
$59.2K - $59.2K per year
Posted
1h ago
Summary and responsibilities
Role overview
Summary
This position involves performing curatorial work in general operational areas of the zoo, including supervising staff, coordinating animal care, assisting with budget preparation, and participating in exhibit planning. The role requires independent development of work methods and sequences, ensuring the health and well-being of animals.
Summary Objective
The purpose of this position is to perform curatorial work in general operational areas. This class works under general supervision, independently developing work methods and sequences.
Examples of Duties
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Supervises, directs, and evaluates assigned staff, processing employee concerns and problems, directing work, counseling, disciplining, and completing employee performance appraisals.
Coordinates, assigns and reviews work and establishes work schedules; maintains standards; monitors status of work in progress; inspects completed work assignments; answers questions; gives advice and direction as needed.
Observes the general health and behavior of the animals.
Assists in the acquisition, disposition, and exhibition of animals.
Assists in budget preparation and monitors expenditures.
Participates in renovation planning and the design of new exhibits as directed.
Assists in the safety and security operations of the zoo.
Maintains applicable records on the animals and directly facilitates zoo participation in the International Species Inventory System.
Participates in scientific research as available or necessary.
Participates in daily work routines of the animal area.
ANIMAL COMMISSARY
Prepares diets for different types of animals, as prescribed by the Veterinarian and Curatorial staff, and maintains electronic inventory of animal diets.
Establishes and maintains standards of food production and service.
Orders vitamins, hay, grains, produce, other food stock, supplies and equipment and maintains inventory of food and kitchen stock.
Ensures commissary and hay barn is kept clean and safe for food preparation and to meet USDA standards and regulations.
Researches and develops ways to improve diets and diet components.
Supervises and participates in animal waste collection and removal and makes deliveries to landfill.
ANIMAL TRAINING AND GLACIER RUN
Develops behavioral enrichment programs for animals.
Instructs and trains animal department staff on the use of behavioral training.
Researches, recommends, and implements new training methodologies, techniques and programs and transfers that information and knowledge through meetings and keeper training programs.
Establishes, initiates, and participates in public programs related to training activities.
GLACIER RUN
Oversees the dive safety program.
Performs related work as assigned.
Minimum Requirements
MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
Bachelor’s Degree in Biology, Zoology or related discipline.
Two (2) years of managerial experience in a Zoo.
EQUIVALENCY: An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted.
OTHER MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Must be on 24-hour call.
Must participate in an employee preventive health care program.
Must participate in an operative conditioning program.
Must work a varied schedule.
Must participate in public education demonstrations and educational programs.
Must possess and maintain a valid state driver’s license with an acceptable driving history.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Performs medium work that involves walking, standing, stooping, jumping, lifting, digging, pushing and raising objects and also involves exerting between 20 and 50 pounds of force on a regular and recurring basis and 50 to 100 pounds of force on an occasional basis.
UNAVOIDABLE HAZARDS (WORK ENVIRONMENT)
Involves routine and frequent exposure to: Bright/dim light; Dusts and pollen. Extreme heat and/or cold; Wet or humid conditions. Extreme noise levels, Animals/wildlife. Vibration; Fumes and/or noxious odors. Traffic; Moving machinery.
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Experience
2-5 years
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Full Time
Contract duration
Permanent
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Compensation
$59.2K - $59.2K per year
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Company
Louisville Metro Government
Team size
Growing team
Location
Louisville, Kentucky, United States
Louisville Metro Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities. They are dedicated to employee well-being, offering programs and a Wellness Center to support a healthy and vibrant workforce.
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Zoo Assistant Curator
Louisville, Kentucky, United States • Full Time