Avian Propagation Center Wildlife Care Specialist - Full Time Temporary - San Diego Zoo

HOW YOU WILL IMPACT OUR MISSION The Wildlife Care Specialist will support San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance’s mission of saving species worldwide by overseeing all aspects of the safe care and handling of an assigned wildlife collection. This position reports to the Lead or Supervisor.   WHAT YOU WILL DO Prepares food and water for habitat wildlife Loads and unloads food from trucks Feeds exhibit wildlife Administers prescribed medication and keeps feeding records Observes assigned wildlife Reports abnormal conditions to superiors Cleans exhibit areas, pools, wildlife sleeping areas and service areas Cleans and disinfects utensils, work tools and containers Provides species-appropriate enrichment to assigned wildlife Maintains appropriate health and behavior records on assigned wildlife Responds to questions from the public concerning exhibits Provides exhibit security Participates in capturing, incapacitating and moving wildlife Participates in and supports wildlife training programs Assists medical staff in treating wildlife Performs minor or routine maintenance on exhibit enclosures Reports maintenance needs Operates a variety of light and medium equipment WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR The Avian Propagation Wildlife Care Specialist will care for a wide variety of birds at the Zoo’s off-habitat Avian Propagation Center (APC). Duties will include diet preparation, feeding, enriching & cleaning habitats for the birds at the APC, administering medication, observation, data collection & record keeping, plant care, and equipment & facility maintenance. Candidates with experience in artificial incubation, hand-rearing of birds and knowledge of Microsoft Excel programs are highly preferred.   JOB EXPERIENCE One to two years of work experience in a Zoo or similar environment where appropriate knowledge and skills in wildlife care could be acquired.  EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATIONS Bachelor’s Degree in Zoology, Life Science, or other related field preferred. Current valid California Driver's License in good standing. SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE Wildlife behavior Wildlife biology and zoology Care, feeding and handling of wild wildlife Safety practices around wild wildlife Public Speaking Deal tactfully and courteously with others Adhere to the organization’s policies, procedures and regulations Competently perform the essential functions outlined above