Base: $20.50-30.00 ph contingent on aza experience...
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Daily animal husbandry tasks
Food preparation and storage
Safe and sanitary habitat maintenance
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Sesame Place is seeking a part-time Zoological Specialist (Senior) for their Birds area, focused on animal care and public engagement. The role involves daily husbandry tasks, training, and public speaking about animal conservation, requiring a strong passion for animals and previous zoological experience.
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Job Summary
This role supports training sessions for a wide variety of zoological animal areas and programs while performing daily husbandry tasks.
Ambassadors will enjoy a fun, fast-paced environment with perks including free park admission and discounts on food and merchandise.
Candidates must be comfortable speaking to large groups of people on stage during presentations and demonstrate strong verbal communication skills.
Matching Summary
Match Score: 75
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Sesame Place is seeking a part-time Zoological Specialist (Senior) for their Birds area, focused on animal care and public engagement. The role involves daily husbandry tasks, training, and public speaking about animal conservation, requiring a strong passion for animals and previous zoological experience.
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Salary
Base: $20.50-30.00 per hour contingent on AZA experience; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Free park admission, ticket discounts, scholarship opportunities
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Daily animal husbandry tasks
Food preparation and storage
Safe and sanitary habitat maintenance
Behavioral modification techniques application
Guest presentation and speaking skills
Flexible shift availability including nights
Nice-to-have
Strong verbal communication skills
Passion for animals and conservation
Consideration and tolerance display
Open communication and reliability
Cooperative team player attitude
Key Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Psychology or Biology preferred
SCUBA certification and ability to pass dive physical
CPR training/certification completion
Previous Marine Mammal Training or Bird of Prey experience preferred