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Elephants Wildlife Care Specialist
Location
Escondido, California, United States
Work type
Onsite
Employment
Full Time
Experience
1-3 years
Compensation
$31 - $31 per hour
Posted
11h ago
Summary and responsibilities
Role overview
Summary
The Wildlife Care Specialist performs general care and welfare of assigned wildlife, including feeding, observing, and maintaining health records. This role involves independent critical thinking to manage animal care situations, ensuring safety, and participating in animal training programs.
Role Overview Support San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance's mission of saving species worldwide by providing daily care, feeding, and welfare for assigned wildlife under general supervision.
How You Will Impact Our Mission
Perform job assignments with a positive attitude supporting the mission, vision, and rules of engagement.
Feed, water, and care for assigned wildlife (mammals, reptiles, amphibians, fish, invertebrates, or birds).
Apply independent and critical thinking to respond to expected and unexpected situations.
Safely manage the daily care of non-domesticated wild animals following standard operating procedures.
Maintain health and behavior records, provide enrichment, and report abnormal conditions.
Assist medical staff in treating wildlife and moving animals.
Clean and disinfect habitat areas, pools, sleeping areas, service areas, and utensils.
Perform routine habitat maintenance, report needs, and operate equipment.
Participate in animal training programs and administer prescribed medications.
Adapt to irregular shift times, schedule changes, and variable work locations.
What We Are Looking For
Job Experience
Education, training, or experience demonstrating essential functions, such as 12 to 16 college credit hours in zoology, animal biology, or animal husbandry; or work experience in a zoo or similar environment.
Education and Certifications
High School Diploma required.
California Driver License within 30 days required.
Skills and Knowledge
Knowledge of animal behavior, biology, zoology, care, handling, safety practices, restraining techniques, and public speaking.
Ability to monitor animal behavior, respond to coworker cautions, operate motorized equipment, and use computer programs.
Communicate effectively, work in a diverse team, multi-task, prioritize, and follow directions.
Some of the Rewards You Will Enjoy
Free admission to the San Diego Zoo and Safari Park, family passes, complimentary tickets, and free parking.
Local and in-house discounts, employee assistance program, and wellness program.
Important Details
Location: Escondido, CA
Position Type: Hourly Full-Time Non-Exempt Union Seasonal Position
Hourly Rate: $31.98
Updated 11h ago
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$31 - $31 per hour
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Company
San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance
Team size
Growing team
Location
Escondido, 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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Elephants Wildlife Care Specialist
Escondido, California, United States • Full Time