Senior Wild Animal Keeper, Bronx Zoo

Position Summary:
To perform any activity required for the captive life systems necessary for animal well-being and exhibit appearance in the Department of Mammalogy.
Principal Responsibilities:
The well-being, feeding and care of the captive animals in the wildlife park and the daily care and operation of their enclosures.
Supervise and/or participate in the cleaning of public areas and around exhibits and other animal facilities.
Supervise and prepare animal diets or other food substances. May assist in both requisition and record keeping of food and other supplies.
Inspect exhibits and facilities to ascertain that they are clean, well-lit and properly heated and ventilated, and take necessary action to ensure such.
Make minor and emergency repairs necessary to animal management and exhibition areas and report the need for major repairs.
Observe the animals entrusted to his/her care and report promptly on any indication of illness.
Carry out the veterinarian's instructions for the care of sick animals and follow any protocols established for the care of any animals.
Supervise and/or participate in the transfer of animals from one enclosure or zoo, etc., to another.
Aid, help and inform the public regarding the wildlife park, its animals and exhibits.
Participate in the installation of exhibit materials such as, but not limited to, perches, plants, rocks, logs, pools, painted walls, etc.
Implement and participate in animal breeding, enrichment and operant conditioning programs.
Supervise and instruct wild animal keepers and other subordinates in all phases of animal management/exhibition care.
Maintain records related to the animal collection and complete daily reports and censuses as required.
Participate in and instruct other keepers on how to participate in any pest control program in use in any areas occupied at any time by exotic wild animals.
Assist in planning work assignments.
Supervise and/or participate in animal hospital procedures as assigned.
Operate vehicles and equipment as duties require.
Accompany the curator on field trips for animal collection.
Enforce WCS's visitors' rules and regulations and those of the Department of Parks of the City of New York and of the Department of Mammalogy.
Perform related tasks and duties as required.
OTHER ELEMENTS:
Valid, current driver's license required.
WCS is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to hiring and supporting a diverse workforce. We are committed to cultivating an inclusive work environment and look for future team members who share that same value. EOE/AA/M/F/Vets/Disabled
Qualification Requirements
Valid, current driver's license required.
Salary Range
$46,875