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St. Augustine Alligator Farm Zoological ParkZoological Park

Bird and Mammal Keeper I or II

Location

Saint Augustine, Florida, United States

Work type

Onsite

Employment

Full Time

Experience

0-5 years

Compensation

$16 - $20 per hour

Posted

1h ago

Summary and responsibilities

Role overview

Summary

The St. Augustine Alligator Farm Zoological Park is seeking an enthusiastic full-time Bird and Mammal Keeper. Responsibilities include animal husbandry, exhibit maintenance, diet preparation, enrichment, and public presentations. This role requires attention to detail, time management, and the ability to work outdoors in Florida's climate.

The St. Augustine Alligator Farm Zoological Park’s Bird and Mammal Department is looking for an enthusiastic and motivated individual to join our team, full-time. The zoo is world-renowned for its crocodilians, but it also maintains an incredible and diverse collection of birds and small mammals. Keepers are responsible for all aspects of husbandry including, but not limited to: exhibit maintenance, diet preparation, enrichment, behavioral studies, data collection, veterinary visits, public presentations, and construction projects. This demanding job requires attention to detail, time management skills, and a positive attitude that can be shared with our visitors. This position performs shows for the public, therefore requiring public speaking / education experience. The St. Augustine Alligator Farm is a drug-free workplace.

Experience Required

All applicants must fulfill the following requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent experience.

  • The ability to work as part of a team composed of other staff and interns.

  • Have a positive attitude with good communication skills.

  • Enjoy working outdoors year-round in a Florida climate.

  • Tolerate strong odors, hay, and animal dander.

  • Be able to lift 50 pounds, climb over fences, bend awkwardly, and move quickly in demanding situations.

  • Must be available to work weekends and holidays.

Keeper II: In addition to the requirements above, Keeper II candidates must demonstrate a broad foundation of knowledge, skills and experience with husbandry management and good understanding of behavioral management and preventive health care. This includes the ability to proactively visually assess animal wellness and exhibit security and safety. Applicants for this role should have at least 2 years of experience at an AZA facility and will be expected to serve as an example to other keepers and to prioritize project needs.

Benefits (beginning after 60 day probation): Health insurance covered 100% at base plan level, life insurance, uniforms and boots provided.

Updated 1h ago

Candidate fit

Skills and qualifications

Additional skills

Exhibit Maintenance • 1+ yrs
Diet Preparation • 1+ yrs
Enrichment • 1+ yrs
Behavioral Studies • 1+ yrs
Data Collection • 1+ yrs
Public Speaking • 1+ yrs
Time Management • 1+ yrs
Attention to Detail • 1+ yrs

Experience

0-5 years

How this role is positioned

Role classification

Job domains

Operations

Industries

Wildlife & Conservation

Employment

Full Time

Contract duration

Permanent

Hiring type

Direct

Global hiring

Location specific

Offer details

Compensation and benefits

Compensation

$16 - $20 per hour

VisibilityShared on listing
CurrencyUSD
PeriodHourly

Benefits and perks

Health Insurance

Location, schedule, and role shape

Work setup

Work conditions

Primary locationSaint Augustine, Florida, United States
Work typeOnsite
Global hiringNo

Bandwidth profile

peopleMedium7/10
physicalHigh9/10
cognitiveMedium7/10
executionHigh8/10
creativityMedium6/10
uncertaintyMedium6/10
communicationHigh8/10

Context on the employer

Company snapshot

Company

St. Augustine Alligator Farm Zoological Park

Team size

Growing team

Location

Saint Augustine, Florida, United States

The St. Augustine Alligator Farm Zoological Park’s Bird and Mammal Department is looking for an enthusiastic and motivated individual to join our team, full-time. The zoo is world-renowned for its crocodilians, but it also maintains an incredible and diverse collection of birds and small mammals.

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Bird and Mammal Keeper I or II

Saint Augustine, Florida, United StatesFull Time