Organization: Disney's Animal Kingdom
(AZA Member)
Location: Orlando, FL, United States
Job or Internship: Job
Responsible for the care, well-being, management, behavioral conditioning and enrichment of the animal (avian) collection. Daily accountabilities include but not limited to cleaning, animal observation, diet preparation and reporting medical needs and abnormal conditions to zoological managers. Training with a practical understanding of operant conditioning as it relates to the daily management and research of the species under care is required. This is a salaried, full-time, permanent position.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
* High school degree or equivalent
*Combined five years of post-high school education and animal care experience. Minimum of at least 3 years experience in an AZA accredited institution or equivalent.
* Demonstrated strong partnering skills
* Demonstrated strong observation, evaluation and data collecting skills
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS
*Bachelor’s or Associate’s Degree in Zoology or related field
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
* Please send resumes via e-mail to the e-mail address wdw.prof.recruiter@disney.com
* Include the source code WDW-AZA.ORG in the subject line of the message.
* Please also include a cover letter with the title of the position that you are applying for.
* Please send resume in a Microsoft Word document.
**DEADLINE FOR POSTING IS: FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 4, 2009.