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Overview ZOO ANIMAL KEEPER I (BC-07) [3 vacancies] at City and County of Honolulu. These are full-time permanent positions responsible for performing routine duties related to the daily care, feeding, and maintenance of animal habitats within the Honolulu Zoo. Responsibilities Clean and disinfect assigned animal enclosures, habitats, and surrounding areas, including removing manure, refuse, and controlling pests and rodents. Maintain and landscape areas in and around animal enclosures, operate and maintain tools, equipment, and vehicles safely, and transport animal-related supplies within and outside zoo facilities. Prepare and distribute prescribed diets and supplements, and monitor animal food consumption for abnormalities. Observe and report animal behavior, health conditions, and unusual enclosure situations to supervisors while maintaining accurate daily and health records. Assist veterinarians and senior staff in treating, caring for, and rehabilitating sick, injured, or orphaned animals, and support animal enrichment and training programs. Maintain and repair animal exhibits, enclosures, and related facilities, and inspect conditions to ensure safety and compliance with standards. Perform other related duties as required. Special Work Requirements The Honolulu Zoo operates 7 days a week (Sunday through Saturday). Hours may vary based on operational needs. Must be able to work evenings, weekends, and holidays. May be assigned to work in different areas. Qualifications Qualifications for Zoo Animal Keeper I positions are based on work experience and the types of zoo animals you have cared for. For example, candidates with sufficient experience working with birds may qualify for positions in the Birds Section. Applicants who meet the qualifications will be placed on an eligible list for the specialty area(s) for which they qualify. This list may be used to fill current and future vacancies within the department. Experience and Licensing Experience and/or training of sufficient scope and quality to show competence in the care of zoo animals. Qualification for Zoo Animal Keeper I positions depends on your work experience and the type(s) of zoo animals you have worked with. Possession of a valid Hawaii State driver’s license (Type 3). Key Competencies And Skills Knowledge of the methods of caring, feeding, and watering a wide variety of zoo animals. Knowledge of the behavior traits of a wide variety of animals. Ability to follow oral and written instructions. Ability to keep records. Ability to apply safety precautions involved in the exhibition of zoo animals. Ability to enforce zoo regulations. Ability to detect unusual behavior or condition of animals. Training And Experience Evaluation In addition to meeting the above minimum qualifications, your application will be further evaluated. Your score will be based on the quality and quantity of your training, education, experience and/or other related job requirements and competencies applicable to the position. Failure to provide sufficient information may result in your application being rejected or your receiving a lower score. Examination Weight Training and Experience Evaluation — 100% Seniority level Entry level Employment type Full-time Job function Other Industries Government Administration #J-18808-Ljbffr City and County of Honolulu

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