Curator-African Savannah & Canadian Wilds

Curator-African Savannah & Canadian Wilds

Job Description

The Calgary Zoo is a conservation leader whose mission is to take and inspire action to sustain wildlife and wild places. As a not-for-profit charitable institution, all revenue is reinvested back into conservation activities at the zoo and around the world.

As an organization, we value effective and collaborative communication and honesty and integrity with an emphasis on customer focus, safety and conservation. If you would like to be part of this team, we have the following permanent position available in our Animal Care Department.

CURATOR – AFRICAN SAVANNAH & CANADIAN WILDS

Accountable to the General Curator, the Area Curator is responsible for the daily management of the animals, personnel, facilities and programs of the area. The successful candidate will be required to manage areas that may include primarily mammals, but also some birds, reptiles, amphibians, fish and invertebrates.

Responsibilities:
• Oversee animal handling events, including animal shipments.
• Assist in the planning and coordination of standard operating procedures.
• Assist in planning and implementation of special projects, minor renovations and improvements in the section.
• Ensures compliance with standard operating procedures and ensures the standard operating procedures are conducive to maintaining the highest possible standards of human health and safety and animal welfare in line with known best practice.
• Interview and train employees: plan, assign and direct work: appraise performance: manage employees; address complaints and resolve problems; ensuring compliance with union contract.
• Works with other departments to help develop, plan and implement educational programs, publicity, graphics and other support services for the section.
• Initiates necessary requests for maintenance and horticultural work within the section.
• Acts as a liaison with the veterinary team to coordinate animal treatments, exams and the preventative medicine program.
• Acts as zone manager in other areas when other managers are away.
• Works with Animal Management team to ensure animal exhibits and enclosures meet or exceed minimum AZA & CAZA accreditation standards.
• Reviews and updates animal management/husbandry protocols ensuring established husbandry standards are met.
• Ensures accurate, current records are kept on each animal and exhibit.
• Coordinates behind the scenes tours, after hour’s events and animal treatments.
• Manages budget in consultation with General Curator.
• Participates in collection planning and exhibit development.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:
• Minimum of 7 years of animal management experience preferably in an accredited institution
• 5 years of experience in direct staff supervision.  Experience managing a unionized workforce would be considered an asset.
• Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Zoology, Ecology or related field.
• Must be able to establish and maintain an effective rapport with all levels of management, employees and park guests.
• Must be able to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Must have good observational skills.
• Some computer skills in MS office.
• Possess or able to acquire a Class 5 Alberta drivers license

Physical Demands: 
• Involves outdoor work and heavy lifting.
• 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.
• Exposure to fauna and pungent odours.
• Must be able to work in inclement weather.
• Working on weekends and statutory holidays will be required.

What the zoo has to offer:
• Competitive compensation package.
• Annual performance bonus.
• Flexible benefits plan, including a health spending account.
• Employer matching RRSP program.
• Discounts on food, beverage and merchandise.
• A complimentary annual pass for you and your immediate family members.
• A fun work environment and the opportunity to work in a park full of wild animals!

If you are a highly motivated and experienced individual we invite you to send your resume, along with a covering letter, in confidence, no later than May 20, 2013. Please quote the position title in the subject line.

Human Resources
Calgary Zoo
1300 Zoo Rd NE
Calgary, Alberta
T2E 7V6
Fax: 403-695-3807
Email: hr@calgaryzoo.com 

NO PHONE ENQUIRIES PLEASE. Applicants are thanked in advance and advised that only individuals selected for interviews will be contacted.
 

CURATOR – AFRICAN SAVANNAH & CANADIAN WILDS

The Calgary Zoo is a conservation leader whose mission is to take and inspire action to sustain wildlife and wild places. As a not-for-profit charitable institution, all revenue is reinvested back into conservation activities at the zoo and around the world.

As an organization, we value effective and collaborative communication and honesty and integrity with an emphasis on customer focus, safety and conservation. If you would like to be part of this team, we have the following permanent position available in our Animal Care Department

CURATOR – AFRICAN SAVANNAH & CANADIAN WILDS

Accountable to the General Curator, the Area Curator is responsible for the daily management of the animals, personnel, facilities and programs of the area. The successful candidate will be required to manage areas that may include primarily mammals, but also some birds, reptiles, amphibians, fish and invertebrates.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee animal handling events, including animal shipments.
• Assist in the planning and coordination of standard operating procedures.
• Assist in planning and implementation of special projects, minor renovations and improvements in the section.
• Ensures compliance with standard operating procedures and ensures the standard operating procedures are conducive to maintaining the highest possible standards of human health and safety and animal welfare in line with known best practice.
• Interview and train employees: plan, assign and direct work: appraise performance: manage employees; address complaints and resolve problems; ensuring compliance with union contract.
• Works with other departments to help develop, plan and implement educational programs, publicity, graphics and other support services for the section.
• Initiates necessary requests for maintenance and horticultural work within the section.
• Acts as a liaison with the veterinary team to coordinate animal treatments, exams and the preventative medicine program.
• Acts as zone manager in other areas when other managers are away.
• Works with Animal Management team to ensure animal exhibits and enclosures meet or exceed minimum AZA & CAZA accreditation standards.

·         Reviews and updates animal management/husbandry protocols ensuring established husbandry standards are met.

·         Ensures accurate, current records are kept on each animal and exhibit.

·         Coordinates behind the scenes tours, after hour’s events and animal treatments.

·         Manages budget in consultation with General Curator.

·         Participates in collection planning and exhibit development.

·         Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 7 years of animal management experience preferably in an accredited institution
• 5 years of experience in direct staff supervision.  Experience managing a unionized workforce would be considered an asset.
• Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Zoology, Ecology or related field.
• Must be able to establish and maintain an effective rapport with all levels of management, employees and park guests.
• Must be able to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Must have good observational skills.
• Some computer skills in MS office.
• Possess or able to acquire a Class 5 Alberta drivers license

Physical Demands: 

• Involves outdoor work and heavy lifting.
• 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.
• Exposure to fauna and pungent odours.
• Must be able to work in inclement weather.
• Working on weekends and statutory holidays will be required.

What the zoo has to offer:

·         Competitive compensation package.

·         Annual performance bonus.

·         Flexible benefits plan, including a health spending account.

·         Employer matching RRSP program.

·         Discounts on food, beverage and merchandise.

·         A complimentary annual pass for you and your immediate family members.

·         A fun work environment and the opportunity to work in a park full of wild animals!

If you are a highly motivated and experienced individual we invite you to send your resume, along with a covering letter, in confidence, no later than May 20, 2013. Please quote the position title in the subject line.

Human Resources Calgary Zoo 1300 Zoo Rd NE Calgary, Alberta T2E 7V6 Fax: 403-695-3807 Email: hr@calgaryzoo.com

NO PHONE ENQUIRIES PLEASE. Applicants are thanked in advance and advised that only individuals selected for interviews will be contacted.

ANIMAL CARE ADMINISTRATOR

 

 

 

The Calgary Zoological Society is committed to excellence in animal stewardship and conservation leadership.  Our staff and volunteers are what make us a success in these activities and keep us focused on our commitment to engage visitors in enjoyable and unique experiences, connect our community with nature, and inspire actions which support conservation.  If you would like to be part of this team, we have the following permanent position available in our Animal Care department:

 

ANIMAL CARE ADMINISTRATOR

 

Accountable to the General Curator, this position is directly responsible for providing general administrative support to the animal care department. This includes providing support to the Director; Animal Care, Conservation & Research. 

 

Responsibilities:

·         Provides administrative support to the Director; Animal Care, Conservation & Research; this includes arranging travel arrangements, drafting correspondence, schedule management, etc. 

·         Provides administrative support to animal care managers/curators.

·         Oversees staff uniform requirements and distribution. 

·         Coordinates the activities of a variety of meetings.  This includes confirming agenda and distributing minutes.  Specifically, the point of contact for Labour Management meetings.

·         Assists department with various items such as tracking of invoices, correspondence, product location and ordering. 

·         Assists with data entry: animal records, morbidity, mortality and pathology records.

·         Assists curators and managers by providing project assistance (data entry, CAZA, NARG program, filing, photocopying and other related duties).

·         Assists with budget management including data entry and invoice tracking. 

·         Provides reception coverage for front desk.

·         Maintains confidentiality.  

·         Other tasks and projects as required.

 

Qualifications:

¨       Graduate of post-secondary institution or equivalent degree

·         2-5 years experience in an administrative/technical/professional function.

·         Proven ability to work independently and set priorities.

·         Excellent communication (written and oral), organizational, interpersonal and research skills.

·         Strong computer skills, including MS Word and Excel.

·         Understands the importance of diplomacy and confidentiality. 

·         Professional and mature demeanour.

·         Working knowledge of zoo terminology is considered an asset.

 

Physical Demands: 

·         Sedentary position.

·         Requires extensive use of computer.

·         Some mobility on grounds required.

·         Must be available to work weekends when required.  

 

 

What the Zoo has to Offer:

• Competitive compensation package
• Annual performance bonus
• Flexible benefits plan, including a health spending account
• Employer matching RRSP program
• Competitive vacation and flex days entitlement
• Discounts on food, beverage and merchandise
• A complimentary annual pass for you and your immediate family members
• A fun work environment and the opportunity to work in a park full of wild animals!

 

If you are a highly motivated and experienced individual we invite you to send your resume, along with a covering letter, in confidence, no later than March 8, 2013.  Please quote the position title in the subject line.

 

Human Resources                                                             PLEASE, NO PHONE INQUIRIES.

The Calgary Zoological Society                                        Applicants are thanked in

1300 Zoo Road NE                                                             advance and advised that only

Calgary, Alberta                                                                   individuals selected for

T2E 7V6                                                                                 interviews will be contacted.            

Fax: (403) 695-3807

Email: hr@calgaryzoo.ab.ca

                                                                                               

 

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AREA CURATOR, ANIMAL CARE

 

 

 

 

The Calgary Zoological Society is committed to excellence in animal stewardship and conservation leadership.  Our staff and volunteers are what make us a success in these activities and keep us focused on our commitment to engage visitors in enjoyable and unique experiences, connect our community with nature, and inspire actions which support conservation.  If you would like to be part of this team, we have the following permanent position available in our Animal Care department:

 

AREA CURATOR, ANIMAL CARE

 

Accountable to the General Curator, the Area Curator is responsible for the daily management of the animals, personnel, facilities and programs of the area. The successful candidate will be required to manageareas that may include mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians, fishes and invertebrates.

 

Responsibilities:

·         Oversee animal handling events, including animal shipments.

·         Assist in the planning and coordination of standard operating procedures.

·         Assist in planning and implementation of special projects, minor renovations and improvements in the section.

·         Ensures compliance with standard operating procedures and ensures the standard operating procedures are conducive to maintaining the highest possible standards of human health and safety and animal welfare in line with known best practice.

·         Interview and train employees: plan, assign and direct work: appraise performance: manage employees; address complaints and resolve problems; ensuring compliance with union contract.

·         Works with other departments to help develop, plan and implement educational programs, publicity, graphics and other support services for the section.

·         Initiates necessary requests for maintenance and horticultural work within the section.

·         Acts as a liaison with the veterinary team to coordinate animal treatments, exams and the preventative medicine program.

·         Acts as zone manager in other areas when other managers are away.

·         Works with Animal Management team to ensure animal exhibits and enclosures meet or exceed minimum AZA & CAZA accreditation standards.

·         Reviews and updates animal management/husbandry protocols ensuring established husbandry standards are met.

·         Ensures accurate, current records are kept on each animal and exhibit.

·         Coordinates behind the scenes tours, after hour’s events and animal treatments.

·         Manages budget with in consultation with General Curator.

·         Other duties as assigned.

 

Qualifications:

·         Minimum of 7 years of animal management experience preferably in an accredited institution

·         5 years of experience in direct staff supervision.  Experience managing a unionized workforce would be considered an asset.

·         Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Zoology, Ecology or related field

·         Must be able to establish and maintain an effective rapport with all levels of management, employees and park guests.

·         Must be able to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

·         Must have good observational skills.

·         Some computer skills in MS office.

·         The position requires inclusion on the zoo’s tactical response team. (Possess or eligible to possess firearm PAL document).

·         Possess or able to acquire a Class 5 Alberta drivers license

 

Physical Demands: 

• Involves outdoor work and heavy lifting
• 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.
• Exposure to fauna and pungent odours.
• Must be able to work in inclement weather.
• Working on weekends and statutory holidays will be required.

 

What the Zoo has to Offer:

• Competitive compensation package
• Annual performance bonus
• Flexible benefits plan, including a health spending account
• Employer matching RRSP program
• Competitive vacation and flex days entitlement
• Discounts on food, beverage and merchandise
• A complimentary annual pass for you and your immediate family members
• A fun work environment and the opportunity to work in a park full of wild animals!

 

If you are a highly motivated and experienced individual we invite you to send your resume, along with a covering letter, in confidence, no later than March 1, 2013.  Please quote the position title in the subject line.

 

Human Resources                                                             PLEASE, NO PHONE INQUIRIES.

The Calgary Zoological Society                                        Applicants are thanked in

1300 Zoo Road NE                                                             advance and advised that only

Calgary, Alberta                                                                   individuals selected for

T2E 7V6                                                                                 interviews will be contacted.            

Fax: (403) 695-3807

Email: hr@calgaryzoo.ab.ca

 

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Lead Zookeeper

 

 

 

The City of Calgary has the following permanent employment opportunity available at the Calgary Zoo:

Lead Zookeeper

 

External Opportunity

Reference # 201654

Closing Date: 07-12-2012

Basic Job Information

Posting Title: Lead Zookeeper

Business Unit/Section: Civic Partners/The Calgary Zoo

Location: 1300 Zoo Road N.E.

Union/Position: CUPE Local 37/Permanent

Compensation: Lead Zookeeper

$25.12 - 28.26 - 31.40 per hour (Under review)

Hours of Work: This position works a 38 hour work week with shared weekend and evening work.

Business Unit Information

The Calgary Zoological Society is committed to excellence in animal stewardship and conservation leadership. Our staff and volunteers are what make us a success in these activities and keep us focused on our commitment to engage visitors in enjoyable and unique experiences, connect our community with nature, and inspire actions which support conservation.

Responsibilities

Reporting to the Curator, this position provides leadership in the day-to-day care of animals in the collection, maintains the holdings & displays for these animals, ensures that approved standards & protocols are consistently maintained, organizes & presents educational Keeper talks & demonstrations for the public, answers queries asked by visitors & gives guidance/direction to other staff assigned to the section. This position will initially be assigned to ;penguins and program animals areas, however, may move to, & work in other sections as required. Primary responsibilities also include:

• Provide direction/guidance to Keepers through leading, training & developing staff & ensuring a safe work environment.
• Work with Curator in the development of new husbandry protocols for a variety of animal sections & represent the Area Curator in their absence.
• Feed & care for all animals in assigned sections, & report dietary problems & initiate changes in diet composition or presentation.
• Transfer animals between sections, to the hospital & in & out of the zoo, detecting deviations in the animal's normal physical or psychological behaviour & accompanying animals to or from other zoos & assist Veterinarians in all aspects of animal treatment within the assigned section.
• Maintain the exhibits & holding sections in a proper state of cleanliness & order.
• Develop behavioural enrichment programs for selected animals & establish a thorough written routine for assigned sections.
• Assist the Emergency Response team in animal events.

Qualifications

The successful applicant(s) must possess a Certificate in Zoo and Aquarium Technology (ZAT), or equivalent, or relevant degree & four years experience with ZAT, or equivalent, or seven years experience with a related degree. Experience must include working with animal husbandry & awareness of animal welfare & conservation; experience working with birds, specifically penguins, as well as reptiles, amphibians and invertebrates is an asset.

A valid Class 5 Driver's Licence (or provincial equivalent) with no more than six demerits, no current suspensions or charges pending is required. The applicant(s) must meet this position's medical standard including required vaccinations & negative tuberculosis (TB) exposure with regular monitoring. Success in this position requires strong customer service, teamwork & functional/technical skills & advanced leadership skills are required to develop peer relations, while maintaining integrity and trust in meeting organizational goals.

Notes

• Successful applicants must provide proof of qualifications.
• Only education obtained from an accredited institution will be recognized as meeting the minimum qualifications.
• Only those individuals selected for interviews will be contacted.
• Interviews will be conducted on an ongoing basis before the closing date.

The City of Calgary values a diverse workforce

Apply online at www.calgary.ca/careers

Or Apply directly to The Calgary Zoo at:

Human Resources

The Calgary Zoological Society

1300 Zoo Road NE

Calgary, Alberta T2E 7V6

Fax: (403) 695-3807

Email: hr@calgaryzoo.ab.ca

PLEASE NO PHONE INQUIRIES

All applicants are thanked in advance and are

advised that only those individuals selected for

interviews will be contacted.

All Applications will be forwarded to the City of Calgary

Please mention Zoo News Digest should you apply for this vacancy

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