Animal Keeper (Part-Time)

Description

The City of Santa Ana is looking for individuals who are results-oriented, possess great attitude, demonstrate creativity and innovation, work efficiently, show a record of success and have a passion for public service. Having highly talented employees provides the best service to our community.

The Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Agency is currently seeking staff to work at the Santa Ana Zoo. All positions are part-time and incumbents may work up to 19 hours per week. Work hours and schedules vary. Successful candidates must be available to work shifts during various hours of the day, evening, holidays, and weekends.

This recruitment is open until further notice and can close at any time. Interested i ndividuals are encouraged to apply immediately.

Bilingual pay is an additional $1.01/hour, if applicable.

Essential Functions Include But Are Not Limited To

Under general supervision, cleans animal habitats and holding areas. Prepares animal diets, feeds, waters and medicates animals in accordance to predetermined and approved schedule. Performs light grounds and habitat maintenance work such as hosing, raking, and sweeping in and around habitats and viewing areas. Answers questions from the visiting public and presents regularly schedule education talks. Performs basic janitorial duties. Keeps routine records and prepares simple reports; operates various vehicles and equipment. Performs other related functions as assigned. Participates cooperatively in work team activities and performs other related tasks as required.

Minimum Qualifications

Six months of experience working with animals or any equivalent combination of training and experience that provides the knowledge and abilities listed below. Coursework in biology, zoology, animal husbandry or related field may be used in combination with experience that provides the desirable knowledge, skills and abilities.

DESIRABLE KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Knowledge of: common varieties of exotic, wild and domestic animals, and basic principles and practices of their behavior and care; tools and equipment used in basic maintenance of animal cages and habitat grounds; safe work practices.
Ability to: work as a team; understand and follow oral and written instructions; keep routine records and write simple reports; lift and carry up to 50 lbs.; interact in a tactful and courteous manner with the public; perform routine and light maintenance work requiring physical stamina; perform basic first aid; establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers, supervisors, and the public.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Must possess and retain a valid California Class C driver's license as a condition of employment.

SPECIAL WORKING CONDITIONS:
Must be willing and able to work irregular hours, including weekends, holidays and evenings, as needed as a condition of employment. Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.

Bilingual fluency in English and Spanish, Vietnamese, Cambodian, Hmong, Korean, or Samoan is highly desirable.

Selection Process

All applicants are required to complete and submit a City application form online and answer the supplemental questionnaire. Resumes or faxed copies will not be accepted in lieu of an original application.

To apply, click on the "Apply" link located at the top of this page. New users must create an account first. Click on this link for instructions on how to set up your account and apply for the first time: Online Employment Application Guide.

The Human Resources Department and the Santa Ana Zoo will review all applications and those candidates who possess the most pertinent qualifications will be invited for an oral interview by the hiring agency. If you have any questions regarding the position, please call the hiring department at 714-647-6526.

Candidates given a job offer will be required to pass a medical exam and background records check.

The City of Santa Ana is an equal opportunity employer. If you consider yourself a person with a disability, you may contact us regarding providing reasonable accommodation.

Part-Time employees accrue paid sick leave at the rate of one (1) hour of paid sick leave for every thirty (30) hours worked up to a maximum accrual of 6 days or 48 hours. Employees are eligible to use 3 days or 24 hours of accrued paid sick leave in a 12-month period. For additional information please visit the Department of Industrial Relations Website: www.dir.ca.gov/dlse/Paid_Sick_Leave.htm

Closing Date/Time:

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