Education/Zoo Camp Counselor

About Us: As a company that is always evolving and growing, we are constantly on the lookout for good talent.
If you have a love of animals, the outdoors and nature in general, you know how to give excellent customer service and are a kid at heart, Sarasota Jungle Gardens could be just the place for you.
We invite you to explore becoming a valued team member.
Job description Responsible for performing day to day operations of Summer Zoo Camp.
The Zoo Camp Counselor position will perform all scheduled shifts as necessary or directed that they are qualified to do.
The Education Department will communicate with the animal department staff via daily logbook and report all incidents.
Camp begins on June 6 and lasts for 6 weeks.
Counselors will begin at least 2 weeks prior to the start of camp to become familiar with the facility, animals, and material.
Primary Duties: · Know all Procedures for opening and closing Education Building as well as all safety protocols for campers and animals.
· Know the material for Camp Itineraries and lessons.
· Know department policies and procedures.
· Record required hours of training to handle and work with animals.
· Record in daily logs and read daily logs.
· Know Company policy and procedures(handbook).
· Complete and signed off on Animal Safety Training.
· Know all facts of animals being used in Education areas.
· Exhibit compatibility with teammates and guest children in Education Programs.
· Care for artifacts in Education Collection.
· Perform offsite programs.
· Assists in developing educational programs about plants, animals, and conservation.
· Manage campers in groups of 10 or more at a time safely and calmly.
· Must perform unmatched customer service.
Secondary Duties: · Must be able to work zoo camp work week (Monday-Friday).
· Communicates to Lead/Supervisor on daily basis.
· Reports all incidents.
· Keep a clean, professional look.
· Follow revenue goals Education, experience and specialized skills and knowledge requirements: 2-year Biology or Zoology degree preferred, 2 years professional experience in Animal Education Industry preferred, 2 years formal Education Experience may be supplemented.
1 year professional experience in Exotic Animal Husbandry preferred.
Requires skills in public speaking, understanding animal behavior, and applying behavioral conditioning.
Exhibits good problem solving skills.
Exhibits great communication skills.
Must be physically able to perform above duties without any physical limitations.
Must be able to lift 50 lbs.
Must pass completed L2 background check.
Job Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required) Education: • Associate (Preferred) License/Certification: • Driver's License (Preferred) Shift availability: • Day Shift (Required) Schedule: • 10 hour shift • Day shift • Monday to Friday Work Location: In person 4sC24iBigB