Lead Animal Ambassador Keeper

Posted 16 days ago

virginia zoological societyNorfolk (VA)

Animal Caretakers Zoos and Botanical Gardens

SENIORITY

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About the role

The Virginia Zoo in Norfolk, VA seeks a Lead Keeper of Animal Ambassadors to provide daily leadership and advanced animal husbandry for the Ambassador Collection. You will support training and wellbeing programs and oversee day-to-day workflow for the Animal Ambassador Team under the Animal Ambassador Curator. Your role involves ensuring exemplary care, coordinating with veterinary and education staff, and guiding staff and interns to uphold high standards of animal welfare and guest experience.

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