These positions are responsible for providing professional animal and exhibit care so that healthy, well-adjusted animals and attractive, instructive exhibits are presented to visitors of the MZG.
These positions will float from one trail to another to fill in behind other keepers who are on leave. The positions will report to the Bio-Programs Collections Manager, who will also determine assignments. Day to day lead work will be provided by the Supervisor of the trail to which the employee is assigned.
Duties of the position include providing direct care to assigned animals, including hosing and cleaning exhibits and holding areas; preparing diets and feeding animals; developing, performing and tracking enrichment activities; using operant conditioning to train animals; and assisting with medical procedures.
The position will also be responsible for preparing and maintaining detailed records, utilizing computer record keeping systems and ZIMS daily; using the MZG email system daily; and providing information to visitors including public interpretation. The position is expected to maintain a positive working relationship with all other staff and volunteers.
Days off and hours worked will vary and may change, based on needs of the units to which employees are assigned
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
In order to qualify, applicants must possess either 1) a minimum of ine year of experience as a Zookeeper at a Zoo or Aquarium oe 2) three years of experience in a laboratory animal colony, veterinary hospital or research station, In order to be credited, this experience must include responsibility for observing animal behaviors, preparing and feeding animal diets, maintaining detailed animal records and maintaining sanitary animal living conditions.
Preferred Qualifications :
Bachelors or Masters degree in Biology, Zoology, Wildlife Management, Environmental Education, Ecology or a closely related field. Physical Requirements
The position may have exposure to biological materials and contaminants, zoonotic diseases and potent drugs, It must be able to wear a full-faced respirator, have a negative annual tuberculin test and pass an annual fit test medical survey. New employees will be required to be vaccinated for Rabies shortly after hire. The position requires the incumbent to work both as a team member and individually and to be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds. The position must be able to work on uneven surfaces, stoop, crawl, kneel, stand, climb, and work outdoors in hot or cold, wet or dry conditions, in inclement weather as assigned.
Additional Requirements
This position requires successful completion of the following:
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Application Details
Why Work For Us
GREAT BENEFITS PACKAGE! The State of Minnesota offers a comprehensive benefits package including low cost medical and dental insurance, employer paid life insurance, short and long term disability, pre-tax flexible spending accounts, retirement plan, tax-deferred compensation, generous vacation and sick leave, and 11 paid holidays each year. How to Apply
Click “Apply” at the bottom of this page. If you are unable to apply online, please contact the job information line at 651.259.3637.
For additional information about the application process, go to http://www.mn.gov/careers . Contact
If you have questions about the position, contact Joan Blumstein at Joan.E.Blumstein@state.mn.us or 952/431-9465.
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
The State of Minnesota is an equal opportunity, affirmative action, and veteran-friendly employer. We are committed to providing culturally responsive services to all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota recognizes that a diverse workforce is essential and strongly encourages qualified women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans to apply.
We will make reasonable accommodations to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651.259.3637 or email careers@state.mn.us . Please indicate what assistance you need.
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