The Zookeeper III, Elephants is responsible for supporting the day-to-day operations associated with the husbandry of the animals and the maintenance of animal enclosures within a specified Houston Zoo animal program.
Requirements
- Carries out all aspects of the daily care of assigned animals
- Maintains clean and organized exhibits, holding areas, service areas and equipment
- Administers prescribed medications, supplements, or treatments
- Records and reports any abnormal animal health or behavioral issues
- Maintains daily reports, logs, training and enrichment records, research, or veterinary records
- Participates in keeper chats, tours, animal presentations or demonstrations
- Assists with departmental research projects, conservation, AZA, or other industry activities
- Exhibits good teamwork and communication skills
Benefits
- Medical and Prescription Drug
- Vision
- Dental
- Basic Life AD&D (100% Employer Paid)
- Short Term Disability (100% Employer Paid)
- Long Term Disability (100% Employer Paid)
- Supplemental Life
- Flexible Spending Account / Health Savings Account
- 401k, with employer match
- Free Zoo Membership
- Free Guest Passes
- Discounts on Food, Merchandise, Attractions, Admission and Programs
- Free parking