Job Summary
The Education Specialist is responsible for the year-round implementation of the on-site and community-based education programs at both Great Plains Zoo and Butterfly House & Aquarium locations in Sioux Falls, SD, and requires the ability handle and train the ambassador animal collection. Programming and animal related duties occur on weekdays, weekends, holidays, evenings and overnights.
Reports To: Education Director
Essential Functions
Maintain an enthusiastic, self-reliant and self-starting approach to job responsibilities and accountability. Strive to anticipate workload and initiate proper acceptable direction for the completion of work with a minimum of supervision or instruction.
Education
Follow all protocols and procedures to ensure that all ambassador animals are maintained in a safe and secure environment when transporting, training and conducting programs.
Additional Duties
Competency
Supervisory Responsibilities
This position may help to oversee and train Junior Zookeepers, interns, volunteers and seasonal employees; however, this position does not have any direct reports.
Work Environment
Work may occasionally be performed in the Conservatory, which is typically 85 degrees with high humidity year-round, and the Containment Room, which is usually 80 degrees, and the Aquarium Gallery, which is typically 70 degrees with high humidity. A high tolerance for warm temperatures is necessary for this role.
Will also include time in an office setting using standard office equipment including computers, telephones, photocopiers and filing cabinets.
Physical Demands
Must be able to climb ladders/stairs, lift crates/animals and or equipment/food/animal supplies weighing 70lbs or more repetitively. The role may be exposed to temperature and humidity changes.
Ability to ascend and descend ladders and stairs as needed
Competence in operating large vehicles/vans
Agility and flexibility to navigate around animals in exhibits, corrals, and holding areas
Demonstrated hand and finger dexterity for tasks such as handling small equipment and operating controls
Strong visual acuity to accurately assess and respond to situations involving animals, equipment, and work environments
Travel
Must have the ability to drive locally and long distance for outreach programs (max of 300 miles round trip).
Required Education and Experience
Preferred Education and Experience
Additional Qualifications
Other Duties
This job description is not designed, nor should it be interpreted to cover or contain a comprehensive list of all qualifications, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Qualifications, duties and/or responsibilities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.
*Applications accepted through 9-30-2024
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