Full time Zookeeper
Job Summary:
Rainforest Adventures has a full-time position open in the animal care department for a motivated zookeeper with experience in captive care of wildlife.
Organization Overview:
Rainforest Adventures is home to over 130 species of tropical animals, including small primates, birds, reptiles, amphibians, arachnids, and domestics on 2+ acres in the heart of Sevierville, TN.
Located in East Tennessee, Sevierville is the gateway to The Great Smoky Mountain National Park and attracts over 14 million visitors a year. Sevierville is one of the most popular tourism destinations in the country and is within a day's drive of two-thirds of the population of the United States.
Sevierville provides a great living experience with an abundance of outdoor recreation, including over 800 miles of hiking trails, camping, backpacking, fishing, rock climbing, and white water rafting. Known for its “big, small town feel” it has a low cost of living, no state income taxes, safe neighborhoods and world class attractions, restaurants and entertainment.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Animal Husbandry & Safety:
- Provide overall daily care of assigned animals and exhibits to ensure animal health, safety, and staff and public safety.
- Observe and monitor animals’ general health and behavior, reporting any abnormal behavior to a supervisory staff member.
- Prepare and provide diets, enrichment including following written instructions to ensure proper nutrition and health.
- Clean animal exhibits, holding pens, food prep areas, and equipment, maintaining a high level of sanitation and conducting pest control activities as guided.
- Achieve high standards of animal welfare and wellness by providing environmental enrichment and training sessions, using operant conditioning as applicable.
- Follow all safety protocols, participate in practice drills and emergency preparedness training annually.
Communication:
- Maintain animal records and software to ensure proper daily documentation.
- Ability to collaborate with other zoo personnel, such as Groundskeeping, Guest Services and Education to maintain clear and open communication for zoo-wide initiatives.
- Be able to take part in training seasonal interns within the department as needed.
- Engage the public through educational programs and impromptu animal talks to promote wildlife conservation and environmental awareness.
Benefits:
- 80 hours PTO
- Sick leave
- Paid professional development and industry memberships
- Flexible work schedules
- Bonus pay twice annually
- Meaningful work to keep you engaged and your career moving forward.
Position Requirements:
- High school diploma (or equivalent) and 2 years work experience OR
- 4-year college degree and 2 years work experience (zoo field/non-domestic experience preferred)
- Strong knowledge of animal husbandry and a dedication to wildlife conservation and education.
- 2 years of experience working with reptiles, amphibians (preferred, not required)
- Able to maintain a clean, professional appearance.
- Able to see color, stand, stoop, crawl, climb, reach and occasionally lift a minimum of 45 lbs.
- Ability to work in both indoor and outdoor environments.
- Successful completion of a post-offer background check.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and provide a smoke-free and drug-free work environment.
How To Apply:
Please send your cover letter and resume to Human Resources info@rainforestodyssey.com
