Head Keeper - Jungle Trails

Head Keeper - Jungle Trails Team

Description : This is a full-time (40 hours per week with benefits) Union keeper position, which is subject to the successful completion of a probationary (or trial period) and the deduction of union dues. Regular off-days Based on house seniority will be Monday-Tuesday. The area schedule consists of 5 8-hour days.

Summary : This position is a leadership role and is expected to support / oversee the Jungle Trails keeper team. This position encompasses skilled professional and technical work in the routine daily care of assigned animals, enclosures, and related facilities in the Jungle Trails Department. Animals within the area include species of prosimians, monkeys, and apes. Duties may include related tasks and / or unrelated duties as assigned.

Position Benefits :

• Union negotiated pay rates, with a starting rate at $32.75 / hour
• We offer a highly competitive benefits package supporting our employees' Total Well-Being, including comprehensive & affordable medical, dental & vision coverage (starting the first day of the month following date of hire); free mental health counseling and coaching, 401(k) plan with company match; flexible spending accounts; generous paid time off (200 PTO hours accrued throughout the first year of service, 80 of which are loaded into the PTO bank upon hire); company-paid disability & life insurance; park discounts and free passes.

Organizational culture that highlights the following core values :

Desired Qualifications, Skills & Abilities :

3 years of primate husbandry experience in an AZA institution preferred, with preference for :

Duties :

Working Conditions : While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; bend; climb or balance; lift, grasp; and negotiate stairs and ladders. In addition, the employee may be exposed to Zoonosis, chemicals, and outside weather conditions; Must be able to lift and move 50 pounds without mechanical assistance; must possess a valid driver's license (and insurable to drive a Zoo vehicle).

To apply for this position : Cover letter and resume should be included in your online application.