NEOGOV · 3 hours ago
Family Farm - Variable Hour Employee
Oregon Zoo, OR
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$31.20/hr - $31.20/hr
2+ years expMetro is dedicated to shaping a better future for the greater Portland region, and they are seeking a Variable Hour Employee to join the Family Farm animal care team at the Oregon Zoo. This role involves direct animal husbandry duties and presenting educational programs to diverse audiences, particularly focusing on younger guests to inspire conservation action through educational animal experiences.
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Responsibilities
Present engaging and inspirational education programming to a variety of audiences using effective storytelling techniques. Presentations may include animal encounters, goat interaction yard facilitation, media appearances, public events, and other zoo-related programming
May handle and train the Family Farm animal species under care for programs using operant conditioning techniques. Follow appropriate presentation methods for animals used in educational settings
Perform day-to-day husbandry as required for species under care, including maintaining standards of care as outlined by area curator, creating and providing behavioral enrichment, and complying with record keeping protocols
Perform animal feeding duties such as preparing prescribed diets and reporting on food consumption; may administer prescribed medications and follow veterinarian orders for care
Perform daily care and maintenance of enclosures, food and water receptacles; check condition of animal environments to assess security and safety of animals; alert supervisor and initiate corrective actions as needed
Observe animals to identify normal and abnormal behavior, health problems, adjustments to diet, and changes or response to medication. Identify and report concerns to area supervisor
Maintain care standards and comply with all USDA and AZA rules, regulations, and guidelines; work in compliance with safety rules, OSHA standards, work rules, and zoo area policies and procedures
Document supply needs and work with supervisor to acquire items used for the area’s daily operations of animal care, training, and educational programming
Assist the public and other employees in a professional and courteous manner
Follow both written and verbal instructions
Effectively communicate to area managers, team members, other zoo departments and guests
Qualification
Required
Associate's degree in biology, zoology, or a related field
Two years of related experience
Any combination of experience, education and training which provides the equivalent scope of knowledge, skills and abilities necessary to perform the essential job duties
Ability to communicate ideas effectively before groups of all sizes and backgrounds
Knowledge of animal husbandry and presentation techniques for a wide variety of domestic and exotic animal species
Ability to maintain comprehensive and accurate records
Comfort and experience working around animals
Ability to work well independently and function as a team member
Ability to learn prescribed routines quickly and work without close supervision
Ability to perform essential duties, which may include lifting up to 50 pounds and working outside in all weather conditions
Preferred
Experience with animal husbandry in a zoo setting
Experience with domestic goats, small domestic mammals, tortoises, and/or ball pythons
Additional education in biology, zoology, or a related field
Experience in connecting young guests with animals and conservation themes
Benefits
Paid sick leave
Paid parental leave
Full contribution to Oregon PERS retirement if eligible and qualified.
No-cost TriMet Hop Pass
Employee Assistance Program
Free admission to the Oregon Zoo (including ZooLights!)
Membership discount at Lloyd Athletic Club
Credit union eligibility
Access to financial wellness and legal consultation services
First-time home buying and ownership counseling
Company
NEOGOV
NEOGOV is the leading provider of workforce management software uniquely designed for the public sector, education, and public safety.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$700MKey Investors
Warburg Pincus
2025-07-28Secondary Market· $700M
2025-07-28Acquired
2021-06-02Private Equity
Leadership Team
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CEO
Brandon McDonald
Head Of Marketing
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