Senior Animal Keeper - Ambassador Animals

Wonders of Wildlife National Museum and AquariumJohnny Morris' Wonders of Wildlife National Museum and Aquarium is the largest, most-immersive fish and wildlife attraction in the world. The facility consists of a 1.5-million-gallon Aquarium Adventure showcasing 35,000 live fish, mammals, reptiles, amphibians and birds, and immersive Wildlife Galleries sharing the story of America's most significant conservationists throughout history and today.Senior Animal Keeper - Ambassador AnimalsWe are seeking a dynamic and experienced SENIOR KEEPER to join the Wonders of Wildlife team! Thisindividual will work under the supervision of the Curatorial team, and will provide an advance knowledge of animalhusbandry in their associated teams and gallery.Essential Functions:Must demonstrate a high level of husbandry knowledge in their area and assigned gallery, through regular feedings, water quality monitoring, administering treatments, exhibit maintenance, developing husbandry and veterinary behavioral training programs and environmental enrichment programs.Is considered a role model for performing consistent, high quality animal husbandry practices on a daily basis, consistently maintains excellent standards. Assumes leadership role with working and training staff, interns, and volunteers.Considered a point person for questions about husbandry practices and provides mentorship to less experienced staff.Actively involved in AZA, participating as IR for assigned species in their area, and other internal and external conservation programs.Assist Leads with organizing daily and weekly operations of the team's projects and goals.Assist Leads with addressing animal welfare concerns in a timely fashion.Assists Leads with the management of internship program, including hiring, and training of new interns.Strives to build and maintain a cooperative attitude and working relationships with colleagues and other departments associated with Wonders of Wildlife.Practices good judgment in decision-making as related to animal care, emergencies, and projects particularly in the absence of Curatorial Staff.Participates in monthly professional development training, revolving around advancing husbandry knowledge.MINIMUM Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, Education:A Bachelor's degree in Biology or a related field is preferred; equivalent relevant experience may be considered in lieu of a four-year degree at the discretion of WOW.Preferred six years of experience in a facility working with birds, mammals, amphibians, reptiles, and more. Supervisory experience preferred.Must have good communication skills, both written and verbal.Operant conditioning and target training experience is preferred.Ability to pass all required physicals and swim test to meet dive standards, within 1 year.Requires walking/standing approximately 75% of the time, sitting 10% of the time, forward bending and crouching 15% of the time, lifting up to 50 lbs.Requires proficiency with Personal Computer (P.C.) hardware and contemporary software including Microsoft Office Products.Requires capability of performing essential job functions in holding areas, exhibit spaces and mechanical rooms where spaces are small and tight, and in office environments with climate control and good lighting.May require immunizations depending on animal collection, this could include TB testing.PerksFull Time employees receive Store/Attraction employee discounts, Medical, Vision, Dental, LTD, 401(k), Company Paid Life Insurance and STD, and Paid Time Off.Salary$20.00How to ApplyFor more ifnformation and to apply, click the link below:https://www.applicantpro.com/openings/wondersofwildlife/jobs/4019771-603805Wonders of Wildlife National Museum and Aquarium500 W SunshineSpringfield, MO 65807Phone: 417-225-1193Visit our website@WOWaquariumLike us on Facebook