JOB DESCRIPTION

 

 

JOB TITLE:  General Curator

 

MAINTENANCE REVIEW DATE:  April 1994

 

ORG/POS #:  3130/1664

 

JOB OBJECTIVE:  To supervise, assign and monitor work tasks of the Curators; ensure healthy environment for Zoo animals through effective animal management programs.

 

ACCOUNTABILITY:  Receives general direction from the Director of the Zoo.

 

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

 

1.         Assigns work projects to Curators for distribution to assigned staff; evaluates Curators' compliance with plans and procedures through daily worksheets, animal reports, and observation.

 

2.         Ensures maintenance of zoo equipment and facilities; contacts Zoo Maintenance Foreman to complete repairs when necessary.

 

3.            Recommends exhibit design changes; implements approved changes.

 

4.            Determines when to engage veterinarian; contacts veterinarian; assists veterinarian and keepers in medical treatment when necessary.

 

5.         Trains Curators in duties, responsibilities and Zoo procedures.

 

6.            Acquires, maintains and ensures proper storage of animal feed, general Zoo supplies and other necessary materials; operates assigned City automobile to transport animals and pick up supplies.

 

7.            Approves diet changes of animals as needed.

 

8.            Inspects animals for symptoms of illness and injury, animal enclosures to ensure cleanliness and proper care of animals, and facility and display repairs, as necessary.

 

9.            Recommends animals as surplus or needing replacement; ensures transportation arrangements and crates are secured for export or import of animals.

 

SECONDARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

 

1.            Performs other related duties as required.

 

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

 

Provides general supervision to Curators and Veterinary Technician; immediate supervision to Zoo volunteers.

JOB SPECIFICATION

GENERAL CURATOR

 

 

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES:  Performs work of average difficulty in the supervision, assignment and monitoring of work tasks and projects relating to animal care, Zoo facility maintenance, repair and construction activities.

 

MAINTENANCE REVIEW DATE:  April 1994

 

EXAMPLES OF WORK:  (Illustrative)

 

Assigns work projects to Curators for distribution to assigned staff; evaluates Curators' compliance with plans and procedures through daily worksheets, animal reports, and observation.

 

Ensures maintenance of zoo equipment and facilities; contacts Zoo Maintenance Foreman to complete repairs when necessary.

 

Recommends exhibit design changes; implements approved changes.

 

Determines when to engage veterinarian; contacts veterinarian; assists veterinarian and keepers in medical treatment when necessary.

 

Trains Curators in duties, responsibilities and Zoo procedures.

 

Acquires, maintains and ensures proper storage of animal feed, general Zoo supplies and other necessary materials; operates assigned City automobile to transport animals and pick up supplies.

 

Approves diet changes of animals as needed.

 

Inspects animals for symptoms of illness and injury, animal enclosures to ensure cleanliness and proper care of animals, and facility and display repairs, as necessary.

 

Recommends animals as surplus or needing replacement; ensures transportation arrangements and crates are secured for export or import of animals.

 

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

 

Considerable knowledge of animal diets, habits, and environmental needs, and behavior.

 

Considerable knowledge of exotic animal physiology and required habitat.

 

Considerable knowledge of handling, sedating, and transporting wild animals.

 

Considerable knowledge of federal, state, and local laws on animal care, enclosures, and transportation requirements.

 

Considerable knowledge of required detailed animal record keeping.

 

Skill in the operation of automatic and standard (manual) transmission automobiles.

 

Ability to work with and around exotic and potentially dangerous wild animals.

JOB TITLE:  General Curator

JOB SPECIFICATION - CONTINUED

 

 

Ability to recognize symptoms of disease or injury and changes in behavior in animals.

 

Ability to administer first aid or medication as required.

 

Ability to direct and review the activities of Curators, construction workers, and community service workers.

 

Ability to work tactfully and effectively with municipal officials, civic organizations, and the general public.

 

Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

 

ACCEPTABLE EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING:

 

Completion of high school; at least two years of college course work in Zoology, Zoo Administration, Animal Husbandry, or a related field; at least two years of experience working with animals in a zoological park; at least one year of experience in a supervisory capacity; Or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

 

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENT:

 

Must possess a valid Arkansas Class D (Non-Commercial Vehicle) Driver’s License before employment and maintain licensure for the duration of employment in this position.