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Assistant Curator of Birds and Mammals

Downtown Aquarium- Denver
Denver , CO
Full-time
  • Work closely with Veterinarian and Curator to ensure the best possible health and well-being of the animal collection.
  • Works with Curator and staff to determine needs of the exhibits and staff, to plan and implement long and short-term goals for area.
  • Acquire and dispose of collection specimens in accordance with the Acquisition / Disposition Policy.
  • Coordinate International, Federal, State and Local permitting processes for specimen acquisition / disposition and oversee all related permit requirements.
  • Work with Curator to develop and administer area budgets.
  • Provide advice and recommendations on technical and design aspects of long-range development that incorporates bird and mammal animal life.
  • Oversee all aspects of safety within the area.
  • Work with Curator to review, develop and enforce department policies and procedures

Experience Required

Minimum of five years of experience in animal husbandry, with preferably three years of supervisory experienceBachelor’s Degree in Biology, Zoology or related fieldHands on experience with modern techniques of animal training, exhibit display and maintenance, and animal husbandry of large carnivores under protected contact and birds in unprotected contactOrganized and self-motivated, with an eagerness to complete all projectsMust participate enthusiastically in public education and interactionAbility to lift and carry 50 pounds or moreOutdoor work on occasion, under a variety of conditions : cold, hot, rain, snow, ice and dry weatherOn call 24 hours a day

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