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Wildlife Conservation Society: Queens Zoo
WCS''s goal is to conserve the world''s largest wild places in 14 priority regions, home to more than 50% of the world''s biodiversity. The challenges are greater than ever, but with the focus, dedication, and passion of a committed staff-combined with a unique mixture of field, zoo, and aquarium expertise-WCS will continue to set the bar for science, conservation action, and education that has driven our success in protecting wildlife and wild places for over a century.
Assistant Supervisor, Animal Department, Queens Zoo
Title: Assistant Supervisor, Animal Department, Queens Zoo
Reports To: Supervisor of Animals/Animal Department Curator
Position Managed: Senior Wild Animal Keepers, Wild Animal Keepers, Animal Associates, Interns
Department: Animal Programs
Location: Queens Zoo
Employment Type: Non-union, Exempt & ET Eligible, Full-Time
Pay Range: $66,300 - $72,000
About Wildlife Conservation Society (WCS):
WCS stands for wildlife and wild places. As the world's premier wildlife conservation organization, WCS has a long track record of achieving innovative, impactful results at scale. We run field programs spanning 60 countries and the entire ocean. We build on a unique foundation: Our reach is global; we discover through best-in-class science; we protect through work on the ground with local and indigenous people; we inspire through our world-class zoos, aquarium, and education programs; and we leverage our resources through partnerships and powerful policy influence. Our more than 4,000 diverse, passionately committed team members in New York City and around the world work collectively to achieve our conservation mission.
Position Summary:
To supervise the daily operation of the QZ Animal Department to ensure safe and proper implementation of established protocols for the management and maintenance of the animal collection, exhibits, and associated animal facilities and service areas.
Principal Responsibilities:
Supervise and implement compliance with all government regulations as they apply to the operation of the animal department and the care and wellbeing of the animal collection.
Instruct and assign subordinate animal department employees in the various duties essential to safe and proper implementation of established protocols for management and maintenance of the animal collection, exhibits, and associated animal facilities and service areas.
Explain changes in procedures and protocols and the use of new equipment.
Provide broad guidance and on the job training to subordinate employees.
Serve as acting Animal Supervisor in their absence.
Inspect Animal Department facilities to assure that established maintenance and management standards are met.
Coordinate the care of sick or injured animals following the instructions of the Veterinarian.
Maintain adequate inventories of all supplies, equipment and animal foods necessary to the operation of the Animal Department.
Ensure that daily activities and events within the animal collection and the animal department are recorded and reported to the curatorial staff in the prescribed manner.
Supervise and assist in all animal transfers and maintain appropriate records and reports; may involve transportation of animal to airport or other destinations.
Prepare daily reports and ensure the humane treatment of all animals in the collection in accordance with prescribed policies and procedures.
Assist the supervisors and Curatorial staff in reviewing safe proper and humane protocols for management and maintenance of the animal collection, exhibits and associated animal facilities.
Supervise procedures which are not defined by established protocols including non-routine manipulation of animals or specialized maintenance of animal facilities.
Enforce the Queens Zoo's visitor rules and regulations and provide exceptional guest service to the general public.
Represent WCS in a professional manner, establish and maintain positive, effective working relationships with employees, colleagues, City and other government agencies, outside contractors, and the general public.
Perform other related tasks and duties at the instruction of senior animal keepers and/or the supervisory/curatorial staff.
Qualification Requirements:
Bachelor''s Degree with major in biology or a related field with (2) years of relevant supervisory level experience.
At least (5) years'' experience in zoo environment with a track record of increasing responsibility.
Ability and willingness to work weekends, holidays, evenings and special events as the schedule demands.
Current negative TB test (Proof must be shown upon onboarding)
Ability to safely use tools (e.g. drill, wire cutters)
Must be fluent in reading, writing, and speaking English.
Multilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.
Valid Driver''s license (preferred).
Basic Computer Skills
Requested Application Documents (Serious Inquires Only) Please note to be considered, you''ll need to provide the following documents with your application:
Physical Requirements & Workplace Conditions:
The position requires work in office environments as well as outdoor work in all weather conditions.
Tasks require manual dexterity and ability to safely use tools (e.g. drill, wire cutters, computer keyboard) and operate equipment.
Some tasks require climbing, kneeling, bending, navigating uneven terrain, and moderate lifting up to 50 pounds.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:
WCS is an equal opportunity employer, and the organization complies with all employment and labor laws and regulations that prohibit discrimination in hiring and ensures that candidates from all backgrounds are fairly and consistently considered during the recruitment process. We are dedicated to hiring and engaging a diverse workforce. We are committed to cultivating an inclusive work environment and look for future team members who share that same value. The organization provides equal employment opportunities for all qualified candidates. The organization does not discriminate for employment based on gender, race/ethnicity, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship status, genetic information or any other covered status or characteristic protected by applicable laws and regulations.
It is everyone's responsibility to ensure that we do not tolerate discrimination or harassment based upon a person's membership in one of these protected categories in areas such as recruitment, selection, job assignment, supervision, training, promotions, job grading, transfers, termination, compensation, benefits, educational opportunities, WCS sponsored recreational activities and facilities.
Note that the salary offer will reflect the selected candidate's individual experiences, skills and qualifications, internal equity, work location and country of work.
Perks
15 Vacation, 13 Holidays, 12 Paid-Time-Off Days, Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, Pension, 12 weeks of Paid Parental Leave and much more…
Salary
$66,300 - $72,000
How to Apply
Please apply with your cover letter and resume here: https://bit.ly/4uIColJ
Wildlife Conservation Society: Queens Zoo
53-51 111th Street
Queens, NY 11368
Fax: Wildlife Conservation Soc
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