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Kansas City Zoo & Aquarium•Zoo & Aquarium

Animal Care - Seasonal

Location

Kansas City, Missouri, United States

Work type

Onsite

Employment

Contract

Experience

0-1 years

Compensation

$15 - $15 per hour

Posted

1d ago

Summary and responsibilities

Role overview

Summary

The Animal Care Seasonal employee performs routine work assignments involving the care of Zoo & Aquarium animals and the maintenance of habitats. This role includes preparing diets, observing animal behavior, assisting with training and health procedures, and performing daily exhibit maintenance. The position also involves interacting with guests and staff, performing animal chats, and answering questions about the Zoo & Aquarium.

POSITION DESCRIPTION:

The Animal Care Seasonal employee performs routine work assignments involving the care of Zoo & Aquarium animals, as well as maintenance of habitats, enclosures, service areas, and animal holding areas. This position performs related work, as required.


This position will work with the Aquarium Team, which is responsible for the daily husbandry of over 9,000 marine organisms highlighting the diversity of life found throughout the world’s oceans. This 60,000 square foot facility follows the currents of the world, holding approximately 600,000 gallons of salt water, within 60 exhibits and holding systems.


This is a seasonal position, working 40 hours per week, typically running Jan - April. Seasonal start and end dates can vary based upon individual availability and team needs.


POSITION DUTIES & ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

  • Assists with the daily care of assigned team’s animals, including:

    • Preparing diets.

    • Observing, logging, and reporting issues concerning animal behavior, health, and welfare.

    • Assisting with training animals for basic husbandry behaviors.

    • Aiding with animal health procedures, under supervision.

    • Assisting with the creation of various enrichment items/strategies.

  • Assists with daily maintenance of exhibits and holding areas, including:

    • Cleaning habitats, holding stalls and animal areas.

    • Performing minor repairs and improvements of habitats, under supervision.

    • Reporting maintenance issues and potential safety hazards to appropriate manager.

    • Performing lawn and other horticultural maintenance.

  • Interacts with Zoo & Aquarium guests and staff, including:

    • Performing or assisting with various animal chats and animal shows.

    • Engaging with visitors to answer questions about the Zoo & Aquarium and animals.

    • Learning to work professionally as part of a team.


MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION & FORMAL TRAINING:

  • High school diploma or General Educational Development (GED) certificate required.

  • Completing coursework for a degree in biology, animal science, zoology, or related field desired.

EXPERIENCE:

  • Previous exposure to Zoo and Aquarium animals through internships, seasonal work, or other similar experiences in the care of animals is desired.

  • Knowledge of animal behavior and procedures used for the proper care of handling exotic and domestic animals.

  • Strong observational skills to recognize and evaluate conditions of animal health, diets, and behavior.

  • Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions, including procedures for care and maintenance of animals, habitats, service areas, and holding areas.

  • Strong verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills.

OTHER MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

  • Must have valid driver’s license.

  • Must have or be able to obtain negative TB test.

  • Must be able to lift 50 pounds and have sufficient mobility to ensure a safe work environment.

  • Must be able to stand for extended periods of time.

  • Must be able to manage stress and make immediate decisions concerning the safety of animals, staff, or the public.

  • Must be able to work a flexible schedule, including weekends, holidays, and evening hours, in all weather extremes.

  • Must pass a background and drug screening.

Updated 1d ago

Candidate fit

Skills and qualifications

Additional skills

Animal Care Procedures • 1+ yrs
Animal Behavior Knowledge • 1+ yrs
Observational Skills • 1+ yrs
Communication • 1+ yrs
Teamwork • 1+ yrs
Stress Management • 1+ yrs
Decision Making • 1+ yrs
Habitat Maintenance • 1+ yrs

Experience

0-1 years

Certifications

Valid Driver's License • Required
Negative TB Test • Required

How this role is positioned

Role classification

Job domains

Operations

Industries

Wildlife & Conservation

Employment

Contract

Contract duration

Permanent

Hiring type

Direct

Global hiring

Location specific

Offer details

Compensation and benefits

Compensation

$15 - $15 per hour

VisibilityShared on listing
CurrencyUSD
PeriodHourly

Location, schedule, and role shape

Work setup

Work conditions

Primary locationKansas City, Missouri, United States
Work typeOnsite
Global hiringNo

Bandwidth profile

peopleMedium • 7/10
physicalHigh • 9/10
cognitiveMedium • 7/10
executionHigh • 8/10
creativityMedium • 6/10
uncertaintyMedium • 7/10
communicationHigh • 8/10

Context on the employer

Company snapshot

Company

Kansas City Zoo & Aquarium

Team size

Growing team

Location

Kansas City, Missouri, United States

The Kansas City Zoo & Aquarium is responsible for the daily husbandry of over 9,000 marine organisms highlighting the diversity of life found throughout the world’s oceans. This 60,000 square foot facility follows the currents of the world, holding approximately 600,000 gallons of salt water, within 60 exhibits and holding systems. The Animal Care Seasonal employee performs routine work assignments involving the care of Zoo & Aquarium animals, as well as maintenance of habitats, enclosures, service areas, and animal holding areas.

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Animal Care - Seasonal

Kansas City, Missouri, United States • Contract