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SalaryWhat you get to do:
As an Associate Aviculturist, you’ll truly be able to spread your wings as you handle the daily care of the avian collection in your assigned area. You will:
- Prepare diets, feed birds, monitor food intake and suggest diet modifications
- Observe and report behavioral and physiological trends
- Maintain records, prepare written reports, compile/analyze historical data
- Cleans, maintains and enhances exhibits and animal holding areas
- Understand individual species requirements and ensure habitats are appropriate
- Assist with veterinary treatments and procedures
- Capture and restrain birds safely and proficiently
- Prepare for breeding season and monitor and evaluate nests, eggs and chicks in exhibits
- Assist with tours, camps and education programs
- Give presentations to guests on avian management and natural history
- Train other team members in technical aspects of aviculture
- Communicate professionally and effectively with Ambassadors, vendors and our guests
- Perform other duties as assigned
What it takes to succeed:
- At least 18 years of age
- High school diploma or equivalent
- 6 months zoological experience or equivalent
- Bachelor’s degree in a related field is preferred
- Valid driver’s license
- Strong communication, math, guest service and multitasking skills
- Ability to identify birds by color-coded bands
What else is important:
- Able to lift, push, pull and/or carry up to 50 lbs.
- Position engages in extensive walking and standing throughout entire work shift and climb/ascend heights, if needed
- You will perform the following physical activities: kneeling, squatting, bend floor-to waist/waist-to-overhead, reach overhead, simple grasp and fine hand manipulation tasks (use of tools/keyboard/writing)
- Able to work indoors and outdoors, in varying weather, to include extreme heat
- Position may be exposed to fumes, dust, odors and cold/heat temperature extremes
- Will perform cleaning duties; including use of cleaning chemicals
- Will work flexible schedules/hours based on business needs, to include opening, mid-, and closing shifts; nights, weekends, and holidays
- Flexible in work locations as placement will depend on business needs and career development opportunities
