CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
COVID-19 NOTICE
RSCF is dedicated to keeping the animals in our care and the people we work with safe and healthy during this unprecedented time. While we are seeking to hire enthusiastic animal care professionals, we are also enforcing strict safety protocols. RSCF requires all employees to be vaccinated. We thank you for your interest and understanding at this time!
At RSCF, we are always eager to meet individuals ready to explore or continue a career in wildlife conservation. From day-to-day animal management, to program development, to fieldwork, we are continually expanding our dedicated team. Job listings are consistently updated, so check this page often!
RSCF is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, marital status, or sexual orientation. We believe that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success, and we seek to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool. We look forward to hearing from you!
Current Job Openings
Keeper I/Animal Care
Reports to General Curator. Part-Time (25-30 hrs/week).
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Daily care and management of animals at RSCF's FL facility
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Must have exotic animal experience
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Duties include daily diet preparation/feeding of psittacines, primates and ungulates
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Enclosure/property maintenance and design
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Must be able to work well with others, be physically fit (able to lift 75 lbs), operate an ATV, and work outdoors in all weather conditions
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Must be available weekends and holidays
Compensation/Benefits: $14/hr to start with opportunity for further advancement.
Florida resident only. Send current resume and letter of inquiry to info@rarespecies.org
Resident Senior Animal Care Specialist
Reports to General Curator. Full-time, salaried position.
At RSCF, we’re passionate about caring for animals. Our Florida facility is home to some of the world's most endangered species. We’re seeking enthusiastic, dedicated, and hard-working individuals in a wide variety of roles. Join us and play an important part on our incredible team!
As a Resident Senior Animal Care Specialist:
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Live on-site at RSCF's ~40 acre South Florida breeding and research center
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Responsible for providing consistent care and maintenance to all RSCF animals
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Work in a consistent, professional and positive manner displaying consideration, tolerance, cooperation, open communication, and reliability
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Follow all husbandry, training, and safety protocols for the specified zoological area(s)
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Demonstrate the ability to safely work with a diverse collection of animals including small primates, parrots and African hoofstock.
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Maintain safe and sanitary animal habitat(s) and working area
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Enter daily, weekly, and monthly records using Arks record keeping system
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Create and administer animal enrichment to enhance animal welfare and training goals
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Demonstrate the ability to recognize the overall health of each animal via daily observations
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Demonstrate knowledge of and the ability to discuss the natural history of the animals
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Deliver department seminars as needed
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Other duties as assigned
What it takes to succeed:
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Must have 3 full time years of zoological/exotic species paid animal experience
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High School diploma or GED required (College level courses or degree preferred)
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Must have a clean driving record and possess the ability to operate a company vehicle
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Must be able to spend long periods of time standing and be comfortable working outdoors in a variety of conditions in the state of Florida
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Able to frequently lift/move 50 pounds, occasionally lift/move up to 100 pounds stand for prolonged periods of time
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Flexible schedule to work weekends, holidays, early mornings, and late evenings
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Strong written/verbal communication skills; ability to speak effectively before groups
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Willingness to work in any animal area as assigned
The perks of the position:
As part of the RSCF team, you’ll enjoy a fun, fast-paced environment and great teammates, as well as:
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Full-time, salaried position
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Paid time off
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On site housing provided
If you’re looking for the opportunity to become involved in real-time, global conservation programs we'd like to hear from you!
Send letter of inquiry, resume, and references to info@rarespecies.org
INTERNSHIPS
RSCF offers hands-on, conservation-focus internships suitable for aspiring conservationists eager to get their hands dirty, and able to travel to Loxahatchee, Fl, by their own means. Open to college-enrolled junior and senior students who have a strong interest in wildlife conservation, have basic knowledge of ecological research principles and procedures, and be willing to do physically demanding outdoor work in harsh conditions. Students must be self-motivated and open to assist in all research and work-related duties. Previous experience doing field-work is a plus. On-site housing is available. RSCF is an equal opportunity employer, we therefore encourage underrepresented groups in STEM fields to apply.