Animal care Jobs in Des Moines, IA

The Aquatics team cares for a diverse group of animals including fish, invertebrates, amphibians, and reptiles. Qualified candidates should have a wide-ranging animal husbandry background with an emphasis on SCUBA diving, life support system operation and freshwater fish, reptile and amphibian husbandry. The qualified candidate will be an outgoing and dynamic person that works well individually and as part of a team. The selected candidate for this position will be expected to learn and work all routines in the department.

Essential Functions

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

• Preparing diets and distributing food according to feeding schedules.
• Cleaning and performing routine maintenance and minor repair of animal exhibits and holding areas to assure

the health of animals and the presentation of the species in an attractive environment. Maintain water quality

to keep aquatic animals in healthy condition.

instructions. Provide assistance in handling or restraining animals in accordance with established safety

procedures as necessary to ensure animal welfare.

questions.

development and fundraising activities.

Competencies

management, operations of an attraction and customer service.

an environment that can be stressful.

and follow-up.

relationships.

of people and situations.

Supervisory / Management Responsibilities

Work Environment

While performing the duties of the job, the incumbent is regularly required to stand, walk on even terrain, climb and utilize manual dexterity to use various tools, machines, and equipment. The incumbent is regularly exposed to all types of weather conditions including extreme heat and cold, snow, hail, wind, and rain. Most of the job tasks are completed outside. Cares for dangerous animals. Some work is required in small and / or confined spaces. Incumbents are exposed to noisy environments such as mowers and motors.

Physical Requirements

The physical requirements described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to successfully perform the essential functions.

Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles and the like.

Never Occasionally Constantly

Moving self in different positions to accomplish tasks in various environments including tight and confined spaces.

Never Occasionally Constantly

Remaining in a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods.

Never Occasionally Constantly

Moving about to accomplish tasks or moving from one worksite to another.

Never Occasionally Constantly

Adjusting or moving objects up to 50 pounds in all directions.

Never Occasionally Constantly

Communicating with others to exchange information.

Never Occasionally Constantly

Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands and / or fingers.

Never Occasionally Constantly

Operating machinery and / or power tools.

Never Occasionally Constantly

Operating motor vehicles or heavy equipment.

Never Occasionally Constantly

Assessing the accuracy, neatness and thoroughness of the work assigned.

Never Occasionally Constantly

Driving.

Never Occasionally Constantly

Stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling –

Never Occasionally Constantly

Reaching with hands and arms.

Never Occasionally Constantly

Tasting or smelling.

Never Occasionally Constantly

Vision

Close vision; Distant vision; Color vision; Peripheral vision; Depth perception; Ability to adjust focus

Must be insurable to drive a zoo vehicle.

interactions.

Licenses / Certifications

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Experience Required

Four-year college degree, or relevant zoo experience. 2 years of paid experience in the zoo field preferred. Intermediate word processing skills. Working knowledge of Microsoft Office required.

Further Comments

Blank Park Zoo is an equal opportunity employer and gives employment and promotional consideration without regard to race, color, sex, religion, age, disability, disabled veterans, veterans of the Vietnam era, and any other protected class as required by local, state, or federal law. We seek applicants for employment who are dedicated, hardworking and seek fulfilling employment. In return Blank Park Zoo offers competitive income, benefits, and an excellent working environment.

Perks

We seek applicants for employment who are dedicated, hardworking and seek fulfilling employment. In return Blank Park Zoo offers competitive income, benefits, and an excellent working environment.

Salary

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