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Form of workJOB OBJECTIVE: To provide overall daily care of an assigned animal collection, to include large and small carnivores, or other exotic animals and their habitats/exhibits at the Little Rock Zoo to ensure the health, safety, training and welfare of assigned animals are in compliance with all applicable guidelines, policies, procedures and standards to include the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) standards.
This position is designated as a safety/security sensitive position and is subject to random drug and alcohol screening.Please go HERE to access the full job description, including the essential functions.
Note to applicants: Applicants will be screened and referred to the hiring manager on a continual basis.
This position is designated as a safety/security sensitive position and is subject to random drug and alcohol screening.Please go HERE to access the full job description, including the essential functions.
Note to applicants: Applicants will be screened and referred to the hiring manager on a continual basis.
These knowledge, skills, and abilities are usually, although not always, acquired through completion of an Associate's Degree in Biology, Life Sciences, Zoology, or a related field and one (1) year of experience working as an animal care professional, to include the care of carnivores or other exotic animals in a zoological setting, based on departmental need, or a related area. Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
Must possess a valid Arkansas Class D (Non-Commercial Vehicle) Driver's License before employment and maintain licensure for the duration of employment in this position.
Must be available to respond to emergency calls outside of normal working hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays as required.
DISCLAIMER: This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
Must possess a valid Arkansas Class D (Non-Commercial Vehicle) Driver's License before employment and maintain licensure for the duration of employment in this position.
Must be available to respond to emergency calls outside of normal working hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays as required.
DISCLAIMER: This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise.
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