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Zookeeper

Description of Duties

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Graduation from high school or possession of an equivalency diploma plus EITHER:

(A) Graduation from a regionally accredited or New York State registered college or university with an Associate’s degree in Biology, Zoology, Conservation Biology, Wildlife Management, Animal Science, or a closely related field; OR,

(B) Two (2) years paid full time or its part time or volunteer* equivalent experience caring for animals in a setting such as an animal hospital, Veterinarian’s Office, Zoo, wildlife refuge, sanctuary or other environments/positions devoted to animal care; OR,

(C) An equivalent combination of education and experience as defined by the limits of (A) and (B) above.

*volunteer experience must be documented by the participating agency. Employment dates, average number of hours worked per week, and job duties must be included.

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