Director Of Animal Care And Conservation (Arts, Sciences And Theatre Specialist)

JOB
Form part of a place where children and their caregivers come to learn, explore, play, discover, and get curious about science and nature. Join our Palo Alto Junior Museum & Zoo Family!The Palo Alto Junior Museum and Zoo is looking for a Director of Animal Care and Conservation (Arts, Sciences, Theater Specialist) that will work daily to engage each child's curiosity for science and nature. Under supervision from the Junior Museum & Zoo Director (Sr, Program Manager), the Director of Animal Care and Conservation (Arts, Sciences, Theater Specialist) serves as the general curator of the Zoo. As such, this position is responsible for maintaining excellence in all aspects of the care and welfare of the animal collection and associated animal exhibits and landscapes. Oversees the care of animals in the context of a zoo and museum; and has experience with wildlife conservation programs in situ and ex situ. Provides for the husbandry of resident animals, including cleaning and feeding of animals in a fashion that encourages naturalistic behaviors while enhancing the well-being of the animals through specific enrichment programs. Trains animal for the health management of the entire collection as well as regularly scheduled demonstrations. Participates with the monitoring and maintaining of the established criteria for life support, including temperature and water chemistry. The animal collection includes, but is not limited to arthropods, marine and fresh invertebrates and freshwater fish, amphibians, reptiles, birds, and mammals. Along with the Jr. Museum & Zoo Director, this position represents the Zoo to the public and to permitting agencies and accrediting bodies.The ideal candidate is on a leadership career path currently working with animal collections and the public in an accredited zoo or aquarium. Is proficient with operating the ZIMS collection database, managing budgets, in a way that works to bring out the best in every employee and volunteer. Has excellent written and oral communication skills and is enthusiastic and mission driven.Learn more about our Palo Alto Junior Museum and Zoo by visiting: https://www.paloaltozoo.org/Home. Benefits: Fantastic benefits package, to learn more click HERE.Compensation (SEIU) : Comprehensive compensation plan, to learn more click HERE.This position is represented by Service Employee International Union position (SEIU).
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
Essential and other important responsibilities and duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: Directs the work of numerous regular employees including and Producers, Arts and Science Professionals, Instructors, Zoological Assistants, Educators and/or other staff.Administers, develops, institutes, plans programs and projects, and supervises specific areas of programming.Writes plans, procedures, reports, and spreadsheets. To view full job description click HERE,
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Supplemental Information: Applicants will be screened throughout the posting process and highly qualified candidates may be invited to interview at any time. The screening process for this position typically may include a virtual recorded interview and/or panel interviews preceding final interviews with the hiring manager or their designee. Working Conditions / Physical RequirementsWork in a museum, zoo, or theater environment; some lifting, stooping, climbing; flexible work schedule.The City of Palo Alto is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City will provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.