Position Overview

The Maintenance Technician performs installation, repair and improvements of park equipment and facilities. Also assists the Project Manager in the completion of capital and other special park projects. This position requires more advanced maintenance ability including ability to work with electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.

Position Goal

The goal of the maintenance technician is to maintain the utility of the park and its facilities by performing more advanced maintenance tasks as assigned by the department supervisor or as needed by the project manager.

Responsibilities

• Performs general maintenance of drive-through including road, fence, and building repairs
• Performs general maintenance of village area including exhibits, walkways, and fence repairs
• Assists in the construction of park buildings including pens, shelters, and feeders
• Performs digging, trenching, shoveling, and other manual labor
• Responds to service calls requiring more advanced maintenance knowledge and skill
• Assists in the installation, repair, and upgrade of park equipment
• Operates park machinery and equipment
• Hauls various materials throughout park
• Cleans, organizes and properly stores tools and equipment
• Variety of other maintenance tasks as assigned

Qualifications

• Must be able to pass a drug test, including for marijuana
• Candidates must agree to a background check
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs and be able to bend and lift
• A minimum high school diploma or equivalency
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions
• At least two years previous experience performing general maintenance

Position Overview

This is a full-time staff position responsible for the daily animal husbandry of the Elephant Department. The scheduled shift is four days a week, 10-hour shifts, including weekends, evenings, and holidays, unless otherwise decided by the department supervisor or Curator. Works independently and in a team environment to apply the highest standards of animal care, enrichment and training. Interacts with the public to educate them about the collection and conservation concerns, providing keeper talks and encounters. Works closely with the veterinarian staff to maintain animals’ good health and well-being.

Position Goal

To provide exceptional animal care to the park’s collection while creating a memorable and fun guest experience. The keeper is the first line of defense in assuring animal and guest safety. The keeper is the expert on the well-being and needs of each of the animals in the department’s collection.

Key Responsibilities

• Performs the general daily care of the animals in assigned exhibit and holding areas. Maintains exhibits and holding areas in a clean and presentable condition at all times.
• Carefully observes the animal collection for signs of illness or injury and reports problems to the department Supervisor.  
• Works closely with the vet staff to diagnose and treat medical needs of the collection. Assists with examinations, knock downs, and procedures. Administers prescribed treatments.
• Prepares food in accordance with dietary requirements and restrictions.
• Provides enrichment as agreed to by department management.
• Trains animals for husbandry behaviors and guest demonstrations
• Abides by department or species’ protocols to assure the highest level of keeper and public safety.
• Conducts keeper talks and animal encounters as scheduled by the Guest Services Department.
• Maintains accurate and complete records as required by the department.
• Performs restraint, crating/uncrating and general transport of animals as needed.
• Participates in all safari activities and events, for example, shows and after hour fundraisers, as required by management.
• Assists in data collection for approved research projects.
• Assists department supervisor as needed.
• Responds to department emergencies to maintain guest and animal safety.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working in a drive thru, or other zoo environment preferred. College education in a zoological or related field is preferred.
• Valid driver license for a minimum of three-years with a clean driving record.
• Able to endure extreme weather conditions.  
• Able to bend, stoop, crawl and walk on uneven surfaces, and lift up to 50 lbs.  
• Able to pass pre-employment substance, and annual TB tests.
• Able to work in a team and independently as needed.

Position Overview

The Restaurant Supervisor is a full-time position who coordinates with daily operations of the Restaurant and Snack Shack.  The department supervisor is responsible for supervising and training all new staff while maintaining a clean and professional work environment. Primarily day-shift with some evening events.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform job responsibilities as cashier and cook, as necessary, such as using cash register, grilling food, operating fryers, and cleaning.
• Serves as liaison between guest and park staff, including animal care and maintenance staff, communicating park information and coordinating guest needs, and helping to clarify and resolve any problems that arise.
• Listens to guest concerns and tries to reconcile guest issues in a prompt and professional manner.
• Communicate with restaurant staff during busy time while multitasking.
• Opening and closing restaurant, prepping each station.
• Create and maintain schedule for Restaurant and Snack Shack.
• Maintain food and supply inventory and order more inventory through vendors.
• Provides training to Restaurant and Snack Shack staff.
• Oversees cash handling of Restaurant activities.
• Schedules and coordinates birthdays parties, events, and large tour groups held in Restaurant.
• Provide breaks and lunch coverage to areas needed.
• Attends Operations, Supervisors, Safety and other meetings as assigned.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

•     A minimum high school diploma or equivalency
•     Must possess ability to juggle multiple responsibilities
•     Must have leadership and organizational skills
•     Outstanding customer service skills including conflict resolution and courtesy
•     Prefer food services experience and cash handling skills
•     Able to be on feet for hours at a time and able to lift 25+ lbs
•     Must be able to pass a drug test, including marijuana
•     Candidates must agree to a background check

Benefits

• Health, dental, AFLAC benefits
• 401k with match
• Paid time off
• Phone reimbursement

 

Position Overview

This is a full-time staff position, responsible for the development, implementation, coordination, marketing and evaluation of all educational programs.  Some of the programs involved are: After School programs, Ambassador Program, Various Camps, Home school programs, etc.  Other responsibilities are guest/public outreach programs as well as professional networking and participation in national zoological education associations; public relations, and public speaking.

Key Responsibilities

• Works closely with the Executive Director and senior staff to develop long term strategic goals for the education department.
• Develops and implements department policies and procedures which provide for the safety of staff, volunteers, the public and animal collection.
• Assures compliance with ethical standards of the profession as adopted by the America Zoo and Aquarium Association (AZA).
• Maintains highest level of husbandry for department’s animal collection through proper scheduling, training and development of staff.
• Seeks to continuously develop educational value of collection.
• Recommends to Curator acquisition of animals to complement education’s collection.
• Works closely with other senior staff to develop educational programs and coordinate activities, which meet the goals of the entire Safari Game Search Foundation.
• Cultivates and solidifies relationships with other education institutions to develop mutually beneficial programs and serve community’s zoological and conservation education needs.
• Conducts outreach to local educational institutions to promote Wildlife Safari’s mission.
• Creates, markets and coordinates programs with local educational institutions and home school organizations.
• Creates modules, lessons, activities and programs to promote Safari’s education mission in a variety of settings e.g. camps, after school programs, etc.
• Makes learning fun and builds enthusiasm for Wildlife Safari education programs.
• Conducts outreach with education animal collection as requested by community.
• Works with guest services and other staff to promote, advertise and market education programs.
• Coordinates park’s Ambassador program.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Educational Requirements and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in a field complementary to Wildlife Safari’s mission; Zoology, Wildlife Biology, Conservation Education, Environmental Education, or related field.
• Preferred experience in work relevant to animal husbandry and knowledge of captive animal management as well as experience as a formal or an informal educator or interpreter
• Operant conditioning experience preferred
• Experience working with children of a variety of ages a must, from pre-school to  high school
• Proven ability to develop and deliver effective educational programs
• Must be able to perform keeper duties of the department to the highest standard of quality and efficiency, with strong team work and customer service skills
• Able to speak to the public both individually and in a presentation setting
• Demonstrated strong leadership, good communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work as a part of a team or independently

Physical Demands/Additional Requirements

• Ability to work 40 hours a week with overnights, as necessary
• Able to bend, stoop, crawl and walk on uneven surfaces
• Required to work outdoors and indoors in extreme weather conditions; ability to lift up to 50 (fifty) pounds
• Negative TB test
• Must be able to pass a drug test
• Demonstrated strong leadership, good communication and interpersonal skills
• Experience with Microsoft Excel, Publisher and Power Point
• Must maintain a valid Oregon driver’s license with three- to five-year clean driving record

Benefits

• Health, dental, AFLAC benefits
• 401k with match
• Paid time off
• Phone reimbursement

Position Overview

Maintain grounds by using hand and power tools and equipment. Workers typically perform a variety of tasks, which may include any combination of the following: watering, mowing, trimming, planting, fertilizing, digging, raking, sprinkler installation, decorating, and creating while providing curb appeal. The main focus of this position is to work alone doing weed wacking, mowing, and clearing debris in different areas of the drive thru. Please be advised, landscaper comes into contact with poison oak frequently and has to be diligent and aware of surroundings.

Position Goal

The goal of the landscaper is to keep the grounds looking presentable in a safe and positive manner.

Responsibilities

• Use hand tools to manually remove brush and debris
• Read and interpret safety operating documents used to operate equipment
• Cut lawns using push mower and riding mowers
• Ability to follow safety procedures on a daily basis
• Interact with employee and guest in a courteous manner
• Trim shrubs, bushes, trees, and pull weeds
• Rake, mulch, and prune grounds as needed
• Apply fertilizers, pesticides, and herbicides as needed
• Shovel and move landscaping materials
• Perform minor repairs and maintenance on equipment utilized for Landscaping
• Perform other assigned duties