Dallas Zoo Management, Inc.
Serving and Supporting the Future of Wildlife – today and every day!

Dallas Zoo Management, Inc. - We exist to broaden support for worldwide conservation efforts by creating an environment which allows our community and visitors to experience dramatic, engaging and diverse presentations for the living plant and animal world through excellent animal management, solid conservation science (research) and dynamic educational programs. The Zoo and Aquarium are oases where residents and visitors alike can spend time in an atmosphere that celebrates and sustains the human spirit, while promoting a deeper understanding of, and commitment to, biological diversity, plant and animal sustainability and our mutual responsibility for the future of ALL life on earth.

ELEPHANT KEEPER II
We are seeking an enthusiastic professional to join our Elephant Team. The Zoo is currently acquiring a herd of elephants that will reside at the new 10 acre African Savannah Exhibit. This exhibit will be opening in the Spring of 2010 and will be a mixed species exhibit. This is an exciting opportunity to be a part of a challenging and evolving elephant program. This is a full time, year round position that includes responsibility for the care, husbandry, and training of the zoos African Elephants. Other responsibilities will include:

  • Responsible for maintaining all aspects of daily animal husbandry.
  • Responsible for exhibit maintenance and observation.
  • Assists in veterinary procedures and research.
  • Provides environmental enrichment.
  • Actively encourages public interest in elephants through educational presentations, public relations and tours.

    QUALIFICATIONS
  • Must have 3 years of Elephant experience.
  • Must be able to work effectively in a team environment and have good understanding of operant conditioning training techniques and appropriate application methods.
  • Must have excellent communication skills and a willingness to interact positively with the zoo staff and guests.
  • Must be able to walk, stand, sit, kneel, stoop, crawl, twist, reach above head, pull bend, climb stairs and ladders and carry up to 50lbs.
  • Must be able to work in inclement weather.


    Join the Dallas Zoo Management, Inc. community to experience a unique, challenging and rewarding career. If you are interested, please email your resume and cover letter to zoojobs@dallaszoo.com. All applicants MUST place job code E8K in the subject line to be considered.

    All qualified applicants will receive consideration for this position without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin or ancestry, disabled veterans and veterans of the Vietnam era.
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