Seasonal Animal Care Crew Leader - Edmonton, Canada - City of Edmonton

City of Edmonton

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Edmonton, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Job Number:49242**The Edmonton Valley Zoo is looking for a dynamic, positive, team oriented individual to assist in leading our Animal Care team. The Seasonal Animal Care Crew Leader position provides direct supervision and leadership in overseeing the specialized care practices and individual welfare of multiple species within the zoo's collection. Your success will be measured by your ability to achieve timely results in the context of a respectful, inclusive and service-minded style.

With a focus on the City of Edmonton's Cultural Commitments to Safe, Helpful, Accountable, Integrated and Excellent, you will:

Be responsible for supervision and performance of documented husbandry practices pertaining to the care and welfare of multiple species at a CAZA accredited institution
Create, deliver and teach animal care team members positive animal management strategies for: a variety of species using positive reinforcement based operant conditioning techniques; and a natural behavior focused multifaceted enrichment program
Be responsible for the development, creation and maintenance of taxon appropriate naturalized, complex exhibit spaces including: specialized habitats, environmental parameters, exhibit cleanliness, routine maintenance and facilitating the integrity and organization of site storage and keeper areas
Directly participate and coordinate the Edmonton Valley Zoo's conservation of endangered species in a variety of exsitu management programs including multiple species population recovery and breeding programs
Work collaboratively with the vet services team to support the health and welfare of each animal on site through daily physical observations, documented reporting processes, quality of life assessments, administering medications, injections and minor treatments as directed; and participate in medical procedures as required
Review, research, and write various species focused care plans for ensuring necessary planning, communication and implementation of modern, industry wide best care practices
Represent the animal care team on various committees supporting the coordination and facilitation of site operations related to animal care
Supervise, coordinate and schedule staff, resources and equipment required for daily animal care husbandry, habitat and site maintenance
Assist the Animal Care Supervisor in the development of work plans; communicate performance expectations, goals and standards to staff; and ensure work is completed within approved work plans and standards
Maintain an effective working relationship with the public, the section leadership team and other City departments
Address customer and stakeholder needs as related to service delivery onsite including collaborating with internal business units such as the Zoo Experiences Team, 311, Rentals, and Site keeping etc.
Collaborate with external partners, working groups, and other accredited zoological organizations, supporting the Edmonton Valley Zoo's engagement in various research, community, or industry led committees and projects
Authorize minor expenditures
Promote a safe working environment for all staff; follow and ensure compliance with Occupational Health and Safety/Environmental standards
Assist Zoo Keepers when required in order to accomplish tasks
Liaise with the Site Keeping unit and develop work plans supporting the maintenance and construction of animal care areas
Other related duties as required

Qualifications:

Completion of a two year diploma in a related field including biological sciences, animal health technology, zoology etc
A minimum of three years progressively responsible experience working in animal care including in a supervisory capacity
Demonstrated supervisory skills and ability, which includes leading, training, and assigning work to staff
Excellent verbal and written communication, interpersonal, time management, problem solving, decision making, conflict resolution, teamwork, and prioritization skills are required
Ability to work and make decisions independently
Exemplary customer service skills and the ability to communicate and deal effectively with the public, as well as internal and external partners
Knowledge of ENVISO and safety practices and procedures
Completion of WHMIS 2015 is an asset
Valid Intermediate First Aid CPR C & AED is required prior to hire
Valid Class 5 driver's license (or provincial equivalent). Obtaining and maintaining a City Driver's permit is a requirement of this position
Hire is dependent upon a Police Information Check including Vulnerable Sector Check satisfactory to the City of Edmonton
Applicants may be tested
Demonstrated ability to achieve results in the context of a respectful, inclusive and serviceminded style
Demonstrate alignment with the Cultural Commitments of Safe, Helpful, Accountable, Integrated and Excellent, fostering an environment for others to do the same. For more inf