Assistant Animal Care Curator - African Safari

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Description Assistant Animal Care Curator-African Safari We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated leader to join a high performing team of animal care professionals. The Assistant Animal Care Curator is an individual who is passionate about continuing to elevate the standards of animal care and wellbeing on the African Safari Team. About the Role: The Assistant Animal Care Curator will assist the Animal Care Curator in managing area staff in addition to the many animal residents of the African Safari. The African Safari includes multiple dynamic, mixed species habitats that are home to a wide variety of iconic large African herbivores, many species of birds, medium and small sized antelope, small mammals and medium sized carnivores. Key Responsibilities: - Provide leadership and oversight by creating a feedback rich environment, coaching and accountability of animal care team. - Create, revise and amend standard operating procedures and protocols in a timely manner. Ensure all departmental and institutional policies, protocols and procedures are implemented. - Understanding of AZA accreditation and USDA standards. Able to recognize inspection concerns and address issues wit...