Assistant Zoo Manager
Assistant Curator
Recruitment #072720-MGAH02-400300
| Opening Date | 7/29/2020 12:00:00 AM |
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| Closing Date | 8/11/2020 11:59:00 PM |
| Type of Recruitment | Open Competitive |
| Salary | Yearly: $34,484.00/Min - $43,105.00/Mid |
| Salary Plan | M37 |
| Pay Grade |
11 |
| Shift Hours | Weekends/Holidays Required |
| Employment Type |
Anticipated Vacancy |
| Employment Term |
Regular |
| Agency | DNREC/Division Parks and Recreation |
| Location(s) |
Brandywine Zoo: (1001 N. Park Dr, Wilmington, DE, 19802) |
| Contact Name | DNREC Applicant Services |
| Contact Phone | 302-739-9901 |
Introduction
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The Brandywine Zoo is managed by Delaware State Parks with the support of the Delaware Zoological Society. This quaint facility is home to a variety of species of mammals, birds, reptiles and amphibians.
Click here to learn more about Brandywine Zoo!
Summary Statement
Selective Requirement
- Knowledge of using operant conditioning/training in a zoological setting
- Six months experience in working in an AZA accredited zoo
Essential Functions
- Cares for, feeds and handles wild/exotic animals.
- Observes the medical and behavioral condition of animals and reports conditions.
- Ensures clean and maintained animal exhibits and facilities.
- Ensures appropriate grounds and equipment maintenance.
- Responds to visitor questions and educates visitors about the care and handling of animals.
- Ensures exhibit security to prevent vandalism and maltreatment of animals.
- Maintains and compiles records and reports.
Job Requirements
JOB REQUIREMENTS for Assistant Zoo Manager
Applicants must have education, training and/or experience demonstrating competence in each of the following areas:
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Six months experience in feeding, monitoring diet, handling, and observing wild/exotic animals.
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Knowledge of zoology, biology, animal husbandry, or animal physiology.
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Knowledge of staff supervision acquired through course work, academic training, training provided through an employer, or performing as a lead worker overseeing the work of others; OR supervising staff which may include planning, assigning, reviewing, and evaluating the work of others; OR supervising through subordinate supervisors a group of professional, technical, and clerical employees.
Conditions of Hire
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. DNREC does not provide sponsorship for holders of H-1 B Visas.
As a condition of hire you must possess a valid driver's license (not suspended, revoked or cancelled, or disqualified from driving).
Criminal background check: A satisfactory criminal background check is required as a condition of hire. The recruiting agency may require the applicant to pay for the criminal background check as part of the conditional offer of hire.
Upon a conditional offer, the applicant must undergo a pre-employment base line two step tuberculin skin test (TST) as part of the hiring process.
Benefits
Selection Process
The application and supplemental questionnaire are evaluated based upon a rating of your education, training and experience as they relate to the job requirements of the position. It is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application and the supplemental questionnaire to include dates of employment, job title and job duties. For education and training, list name of educational provider, training course titles and summary of course content. Narrative information supplied in response to the questions must be supported by the information supplied on the application including your employment, education and training history as it relates to the job requirements.
Once you have submitted your application on-line, all future correspondence related to your application will be sent via email. Please keep your contact information current. You may also view all correspondence sent to you by the State of Delaware in the “My Applications” tab at statejobs.delaware.gov.