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Amphibian Specialist
Organization: Atlanta Botanical Garden
Location: Atlanta, Ga.
Date: Sep 24, 2008
www.atlantabotanicalgarden.org
The Atlanta Botanical Garden, located in midtown Atlanta, GA, needs a talented, energetic and knowledgeable Amphibian Specialist to work with the garden’s world-renowned amphibian collection. The Atlanta Botanical Garden began its amphibian program in 1993 and currently houses multiple educational exhibits featuring frogs as well as maintains a large and very diverse off-exhibit collection for conservation purposes. The candidate must be dependable, friendly and a self-starter and should be proficient with and competent in husbandry, capture and restraint, propagation, nutrition and proper record keeping of a large collection. There may be some field and travel required for this position. No relocation assistance is available for this position.
The Amphibian Specialist will:
• Observe general animal health and behavior and report any abnormal situations to the Lead Amphibian Specialist and/or Amphibian Conservation Scientist.
• Be responsible for general care and feeding of the collection as well as exhibit and records upkeep. Minimum of two years experience in amphibian, reptile, and/or aquatics husbandry is required.
• Be willing to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Work a schedule that includes weekends and holidays for proper care of collection.
• Be able to lift heavy objects (up to 60 pounds).
• Have good communication, presentation, and organizational skills, as well as work in a team environment.
• Have a degree in biology or zoology or equivalent, plus 2 years experience working with amphibians, aquaculture or related area.
Please send cover letter and resume with salary requirements to: jobs@atlantabotanicalgarden.org with the subject line - Amphibian Specialist. No phone calls please.
Association of Zoos and Aquariums