Houston Zoo is seeking well-qualified candidates with aviculture experience to join our Bird Department team as a Seasonal, Part-Time APC Zookeeper. The successful candidate will be responsible for supporting the day-to-day operations associated with the husbandry of animals and the maintenance of animal areas within the Bird Department.
Requirements
- Experience in captive management of a variety of bird species
- Artificial incubation and hand-rearing experience
- Pursuing Bachelor's degree (B. A.) or Associates degree from college or university in related field
- One year of experience in animal care at an AZA or equivalent facility
- Experience with basic carpentry and mechanical skills
Benefits
- Medical and Prescription Drug
- Vision
- Dental
- Basic Life AD&D (100% Employer Paid)
- Short Term Disability (100% Employer Paid)
- Long Term Disability (100% Employer Paid)
- Supplemental Life
- Flexible Spending Account / Health Savings Account
- 401k, with employer match
- Free Zoo Membership
- Free Guest Passes
- Discounts on Food, Merchandise, Attractions, Admission and Programs
- Free parking