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Jobs at the
Zoo
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Collection
Manager
Two exciting opportunities have opened up at the Ellen Trout
Zoo. We are looking for motivated, experienced persons who can
provide leadership through knowledgeable management and care for
the collection. These persons will have opportunities to
participate in large projects such as expanding into great apes
as well as smaller projects that include in house renovations
and creation of new exhibits for current and new species.
One position will focus primarily on mammals and the other on
reptiles although there are opportunities for both to work with
other taxa as well. The Ellen Trout Zoo maintains a diverse
collection of mammals and reptiles including primates, rhinos,
giraffes, crocodilians, venomous snakes, amphibians, hippos,
hoofstock, and more.
Collection Managers are responsible for motivating and mentoring
staff, leading by example. Additional duties include maintaining
accurate records, supporting the guest experience, scheduling,
evaluating, and training personnel while ensuring safe work
practices and high husbandry standards. The successful candidate
will be energetic, self-motivated, work well within a team
atmosphere, demonstrate good problem solving, written and oral
communication, and organizational skills. This job entails a
melding of manual labor and mental know-how / expertise,
resulting in visible, professional accomplishments in which
employees may take pride.
The positions require: Bachelor of Science degree in Biology or
related field; a minimum of three years experience in a
professional zoological institution, good physical condition;
ability to work both independently and as a team member with
other employees and to present a positive professional image of
the City of Lufkin and the Zoo to members of the public.
These are both full-time positions with excellent benefits with
opportunities for professional growth and development. The
positions involve working on weekends and holidays. Starting
salary is $25,370.00. Submit resume and cover letter to Celia
Falzone, Ellen Trout Zoo, 402 Zoo Circle, Lufkin, TX 75904.
Please include your email address if you have one to facilitate
correspondence. Candidates must be able to be present for on
site interviews.
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