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Riverbanks Zoo and Garden Full-time Ambassador Commitment : Create meaningful connections and inspire actions that will have a lasting impact on wildlife and wild places.
Responsibilities : Under general supervision of the Curator of Mammals, is responsible for supervising husbandry, enrichment, guest engagement, and animal training for animals in Riverbanks' Hoofstock/Rhino/Pinniped Team's care.
Works primarily with Southern White Rhinos, Sea Lions, Seals, Giraffe, Babirusa and other animals as designated.
Essential Functions: Supervises and leads the work of the area Keepers (6) and monitors their performance.
Trains staff, interns, and volunteers in appropriate handling and transport of collection, and ensuring animal care and welfare are always maintained at the highest standards.
Monitors and reports animal behavior.
Plans, supervises, and participates in animal training/operant conditioning, transport, and medical procedures.
In collaboration with Education departments, conducts presentations during Riverbanks' Backstage Tours.
Interacts directly with guests during informal and formal programs, providing engaging and accurate educational information.
Delivers a preventative hoof care and maintenance program.
Maintains regular communication across all departments.
Designs, maintains, and repairs animal enclosures; maintains aesthetically pleasing enclosures.
Works with veterinary staff to monitor and treat animal health concerns.
Education and Experience : Associate degree in Biology, Zoology or Wildlife Management; Bachelor's Degree preferred, and three to five years of experience working directly with both exotic and domestic animals in a zoological setting or any equivalent combination of education, training and experience which provides the required skills, knowledge and abilities.
Must demonstrate excellent supervisory and communication skills (written and verbal) in all activities.
Knowledge and experience with animal training programs and presenting animal programs for public audiences required.
Must possess or be eligible for a valid SC driver's license.
$21.66/hr.
How to Apply Please apply directly through our webpage: Riverbanks Zoo and Garden 500 Wildlife Parkway Columbia, SC 29210 Phone: 803-779-8717#J-18808-Ljbffr