Animal Exhibit Coordinator
Salary
$26.14 Hourly
Location
Bever Park - 2700 Bever Ave SE Cedar Rapids, IA
Job Type
Full-Time
Department
Parks and Recreation
Job Number
NB176- 07/28/2021
Closing
8/11/2021 4:00 PM Central
Coordinates the development and planning of the petting farm and animal exhibits.
Position Schedule: Monday- Friday 7:00am-3:30pm; weekends as needed
Salary: $26.14/hour to Commensurate
Successful completion of a pre-employment background check, physical examination (if applicable) and drug screen are required prior to employment with the City of Cedar Rapids.Examples of Duties / Knowledge & Skills
- Administers and expands on daily animal exhibit programming; ensures the facility is clean and safe for the public
- Creates and builds partnerships for maintenance and programming
- Hires, trains, and evaluates seasonal staff
- Coordinates the development, preparation, and execution of special events
- Maintains USDA (United States Department of Agriculture) licensing for the facility
- Maintains the animal’s well-being; observes animals for signs of health problems or injuries and medicates animals as needed
- Monitors budget and keeps expenditures within program budget boundaries; assists with budget planning
- Purchases materials and supplies for the facility
- Gives tours of the facility to the public
- Ensures compliance of goals and visitor satisfaction expectations
- Assists with programming events at other recreation locations
- Performs related work as required
Minimum qualifications & Requirements
Required Education and Experience
- Bachelor's Degree in Animal Science, Biology, Agriculture or related field and
- Three to five years of experience working with livestock and/or animals or
- An equivalent combination of education and/or experience
- Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office
- Ability to work collaboratively with a diverse population
Required Licenses or Certifications
- Valid U.S. Driver’s License
Desired Qualifications
- Experience working with the public and children
COMPETENCIES FOR SUCCESSFUL PERFORMANCE OF JOB DUTIES
Knowledge of:
- Animal food and feeding
- Animal behavior
- Electrical and water circulation systems
- USDA licensing requirements
- Gardening
Skill in:
- Performing a variety of duties, often changing from one task to another of a different nature
- Customer service
Ability to:
- Work cooperatively and develop and maintain effective working relationships
- Recognize animal health problems and properly medicate
- Multitask and adapt to change quickly
AgencyCity of Cedar Rapids
Address101 First Street SE
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, 52401
Phone319-286-5000
Apply at:
https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/cedarrapids/jobs/3171727/animal-exhibit-coordinator
