Zoo Keeper - Primates Job at Chattanooga Zoo, Chattanooga, TN

  • Chattanooga Zoo
  • Chattanooga, TN

Job Description

The Chattanooga Zoo is looking for an exceptional zookeeper to join our primates team. We have a variety of primates, including chimpanzees, mangabeys, and five species of callitrichids. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in enrichment and training program implementation, including training for veterinary care behaviors.

Animal Care Duties will include day to day husbandry, daily record keeping, routine maintenance of physical area and enclosures, assisting in veterinary procedures and medication distribution to animals, implement training and enrichment programs, assist with special projects, etc. Keeper must be able to maintain area compliance with USDA and AZA regulations and standards, including record keeping, husbandry care, training, enrichment, etc.

For a complete list of roles and responsibilities, please see Full Job Description below.

Candidate should have 3 or 4 year college degree or equivalent experience and at least 1 - 2 years of animal care experience, preferably in an AZA accredited facility. Candidates experienced with large and small primates preferred. The candidate must be able to lift, bend, and twist 50 lbs, also must be able to work in all types of weather.

Due to the number of applications, we cannot take calls for this position, you will be contacted if you are selected for an interview.

All applications are taken online, through the Chattanooga Zoo's website. To apply, or for more information please visit the Chattanooga Zoo's website: .

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