Chattanooga Zoo
The Chattanooga Zoo is looking for an exceptional zookeeper to join our hoofstock team. We have a variety of hoofstock, including Giraffe, Warthog, Blue Duiker, Camel, Mini Horse, Alpaca, & Domestic Goats. The ideal candidate will have experience with hoof care and training with giraffe or other large ungulates.
Animal Care Duties will include day to day husbandry, daily record keeping, routine maintenance of physical area and enclosures, assisting in veterinary procedures and medication distribution to animals, implement training and enrichment programs, assist with special projects, etc. Keeper must be able to maintain area compliance with USDA and AZA regulations and standards, including record keeping, husbandry care, training, enrichment, etc.
Candidate should have 4 year college degree or equivalent experience and at least 3 years of animal care experience, preferably in an AZA accredited facility. Candidates experienced with giraffe and hoof care are strongly preferred. The candidate must be able to lift, bend, and twist 50 lbs, also must be able to work in all types of weather.
The Chattanooga Zoo is a member of the Tennessee Drug Free Workplace program, a pre-employment drug test and a back ground check will be performed. Due to the number of applications, we cannot take calls for this position, you will be contacted if you are selected for an interview.
FLSA Status: Full-Time, Non-Exempt
Work Schedule: Monday – Sunday
Full-time Benefits:
- Medical, dental and vision insurance
- Employer paid life and short-term disability insurance
- Generous paid time off
- Seven paid holidays
- 401K and Roth IRA
- Company provided uniform shirts
- Opportunities for personal & professional development
- Opportunities for professional advancement
- Discounts for education programs, camp, facility rentals and special events
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