Parks Animal Keeper

The Animal Keeper will work under general direction of the Zoo Director and Zoo Curator. The Parks Animal Keeper must complete daily tasks in a timely fashion with minimal supervision, keep detailed daily records, and be proficient in observing animals and their behaviors.

The Parks Animal Keeper duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following: • Observing and carrying out all basic aspects of the daily care of animals • Reporting any observed health or behavioral abnormalities to Zoo Curator and Veterinarian • Following all approved operation procedures listed in string duty assignments • Maintaining behavioral enrichment programs for assigned animals • Participating and developing programs focused on enhancing the guest experience • Giving presentations to the general public and engage with park visitors by discussing animal natural history, natural habitats, status of animals in the wild, care and feeding of animals and other topics of interest

According to JobzMall, the average salary range for a Parks Animal Keeper in 1 Irvine Park Rd, Orange, CA 92869, USA is $18,000 - $26,500 per year.

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