Primate Wildlife Care Supervisor
Location
San Diego, California, United States
Work type
Onsite
Employment
Full Time
Experience
4-6 years
Compensation
$77.2K - $96.8K per year
Posted
2d ago
Summary and responsibilities
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Summary
The Wildlife Care Supervisor oversees all aspects of welfare, safe care, and handling of an assigned wildlife collection, contributing to strategic planning. This role involves daily supervision of staff and routines to ensure the safe care and handling of the collection, reporting to the Wildlife Care Manager.
HOW YOU WILL IMPACT OUR MISSION
The Wildlife Care Supervisor is responsible for and oversees all aspects of the welfare, safe care, and handling of an assigned wildlife collection and contributes to collection strategic planning. The Wildlife Care Supervisor is responsible for the daily supervision of the staff and the routines to ensure safe care and handling of an assigned wildlife collection. This position reports to the Wildlife Care Manager.
WHAT YOU WILL DO
Lead, manage, evaluate, and develop the performance of animal care staff as assigned and resolve conflicts in a timely and appropriate manner.
Frequently inspect and observe assigned collection for overall health and welfare.
Evaluate, adjust, and coordinate husbandry standards and techniques applied to an assigned animal collection according to a zoological master plan.
Ensure the wildlife welfare standards are upheld and improved upon where necessary according to the organizations Wildlife Welfare Policy.
Ensure proper communication with the Veterinary Team on medical cases and health status of animals within assigned areas.
Ensure use of appropriate wildlife handling, shipment, management and training methodologies for the collection.
Represent the leadership and the animal care divisions in partnership with operations.
Effectively lead their assigned team by providing the support and guidance that enables each team member to be empowered and successful.
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR
We are seeking a Primate Wildlife Care Supervisor with proven abilities to evaluate and manage teams and programs. Extensive experience with a wide variety of Primates including Great Apes experience is highly desired. This position involves work with susceptible species; you will be required to show proof of vaccination as a condition of employment.
JOB EXPERIENCE
One or more years’ experience supervising/leading animal department and personnel in an AZA accredited zoo or equivalent facility required.
Four to six years hands on wildlife care experience required.
EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATIONS
Bachelor's Degree Bachelor's degree in zoology, animal science, or a related field preferred.
Current valid California Driver’s License in good standing
SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE
Strong working knowledge of Wildlife Welfare.
Basic taxonomic knowledge.
Exotic wildlife management and husbandry skills.
Effective organizational communication and team building skills.
Effective leadership skills.
Regulatory and membership agencies and regulations (USDA, USFWS, AZA, CITES etc.) knowledge.
Able to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
Able to operate computer software programs.
Demonstrated ability to lead highly effective, diverse teams.
SOME OF THE REWARDS YOU WILL ENJOY AS A TEAM MEMBER
Free admission to the San Diego Zoo and the San Diego Zoo Safari Park
Family Passes
Complimentary Tickets
Free Parking at the San Diego Zoo & San Diego Zoo Safari Park
Local and In-House Discounts
Employee Assistance Program
Wellness Program
IMPORTANT DETAILS
Location: San Diego, CA
Position Type: Salaried Full-Time Exempt Position
Salary Range: $77,225 to $96,782
Updated 2d ago
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4-6 years
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$77.2K - $96.8K per year
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Company
San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance
Team size
Growing team
Location
San Diego, California, United States
San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance is an international, nonprofit conservation organization with two front doors: the San Diego Zoo and the San Diego Zoo Safari Park. We integrate wildlife health and care, science, and education to develop sustainable conservation solutions.
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Primate Wildlife Care Supervisor
San Diego, California, United States • Full Time