Animal Programs Job Description
Animal programs
provides recommendations to the Associate Director of Operations and the Director of Laboratory Animal Services for animal and laboratory space allocation and planning.
Animal Programs Duties & Responsibilities
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Sample responsibilities for this position include:
Provide leadership in planning, implementing, evaluating, and reporting the impact of livestock educational events and programs for youth clientele
Effectively communicate with Animal Science Faculty, Extension personnel (on a State, Regional and County level), parents, youth, and other stakeholders with a vested interest in youth livestock programs
Develop educational programs in cooperation with the State 4-H office to train and develop volunteer leaders for Animal Science projects
Coordinate in-service training for Extension personnel in the area of youth Animal Science programs
Develop and coordinate an educational program in show ethics and animal welfare for youth, parents, volunteer leaders, and other clientele
Secure financial support for the youth livestock programs through cultivation and maintenance of cooperative relationships with organizations, individuals, and relevant industry stakeholders
Develop new and enhance existing fee-based methods for generating financial support with the goal of youth livestock and equine programming becoming autonomously funded (with the exception of faculty line salaries)
Execute other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Animal Science Department Head
Primary focus will be to market, promote and sell Animal programs and camp products
Manage education programs
Animal Programs Qualifications
Qualifications for a job description may include education, certification, and experience.
Licensing or Certifications for Animal Programs
List any licenses or certifications required by the position: SCUBA
Education for Animal Programs
Typically a job would require a certain level of education.
Employers hiring for the animal programs job most commonly would prefer for their future employee to have a relevant degree such as Collage and Master's Degree in Graduate, Zoology, Science, Aquaculture, Marine Biology, Communication, Biology, Management, Agriculture, Psychology
Skills for Animal Programs
Desired skills for animal programs include:
Microsoft Office
Web-based technologies as a teaching tool
Social media
Show management software
International rules and regulations governing the use and care of laboratory animals
National
Modern facility design
Local
Animal research regulations
Institutional
Desired experience for animal programs includes:
Skills to establish, influence and maintain collaborative relationships with diverse individuals while providing and ensuring quality veterinary care and programmatic and regulatory compliance
Management skills to hire, train, develop, mentor and effectively manage employees and ensure smooth day-to-day operations
Working experiences to conduct periodic cost analyses of Laboratory Animal Resources operations and to share projected per diem costs with investigators
Interpersonal skills to set the tone for a program that promotes an interactive, quality service oriented atmosphere and teamwork approach in working with faculty and staff
Written and verbal communication skills to communicate and correspond in a professional and clear manner
Knowledge and experience managing represented employees
Animal Programs Examples
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Animal Programs Job Description
Job Description Example
Our innovative and growing company is hiring for an animal programs. To join our growing team, please review the list of responsibilities and qualifications.
Responsibilities for animal programs
- Manage Animal Ambassador collection
- Manage in park revenue experiences
- Lead and develop diverse staff to improve their capabilities and expertise
- Develop and manage revenue and expense budgets and participate in financial reporting
- Monitor evaluation systems to ensure quality of program and make adjustments as needed
- Planning and communication within department and inter-departmentally, reinforcing positive relationships
- Implement short and long-term goals as designated
- Responsible for budget administration including operating expense, labor expense, and revenue
- Assist in the marketing and sales of all animal programs
- Oversight of team which may include, educators, interpreters, animal ambassadors, administrative support, and others
Qualifications for animal programs
- Experience in public speaking and media relations
- Demonstrate ability to engage and inspire a wide variety of audiences through creative programming, curriculum development, and event planning
- Defined vision of a successful livestock and equine youth development program
- Highly developed interpersonal skills, affinity for networking, and demonstrated high level of confidence and poise when engaging an audience
- Proven ability to multi-task in a highly organized manner
- Experience with strategic planning, budgets, and fund development for program success
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Job Description Example
Our company is growing rapidly and is looking to fill the role of animal programs. Please review the list of responsibilities and qualifications. While this is our ideal list, we will consider candidates that do not necessarily have all of the qualifications, but have sufficient experience and talent.
Responsibilities for animal programs
- Responsible for high-volume guest interaction, including resolution of issues which may arise
- Responsible for ensuring safe work practices at all times
- Ensure adherence to highest standards in all areas of responsibility
- Care and maintenance of a variety of species
- Able to operate landscape equipment including mowers, weed-eaters, pruning tools, and various other devices
- The ability to give dynamic public presentations to our park guests
- Daily record keeping
- Provide physical stimulation and mental challenges for our animal population
- Perform other duties as assigned according to business need
- Provide leadership in planning, implementing, evaluating, and reporting the impact of a state-wide, county-based, small ruminant Extension program
Qualifications for animal programs
- Skills to assess ongoing and potentially changing personnel needs within the established budget and requests for revisions to the budget
- Master of Science (M.S.) degree in Animal Science or a closely related field
- Practical knowledge pertaining to animal agriculture
- Experience showing/exhibiting livestock and/or equine
- Experience in event planning and logistical coordination of large-scale events
- Must be highly motivated and self-directed, able to work both independently and collaboratively
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Job Description Example
Our growing company is looking to fill the role of animal programs. Thank you in advance for taking a look at the list of responsibilities and qualifications. We look forward to reviewing your resume.
Responsibilities for animal programs
- Effectively communicate with Animal Science Faculty, Extension personnel (on a State, Regional and County level), Tennessee Department of Agriculture, small ruminant producers and other stakeholders
- Develop youth educational programs, including curriculum and contest content, in cooperation with the State 4-H office and other youth organizations related to small ruminant production
- Provide state-wide support and leadership through in-service training, farm visits, phone calls/emails, publications, for Extension personnel in the area of small ruminant production systems, which may include frequent day and overnight travel
- Work collaboratively with Animal Science and other UTIA faculty to produce peer-reviewed publications and grant applications
- Secure financial support for small ruminant programs through new and existing fee-based programs, along with maintenance and cultivation of cooperative relationships with industry stakeholders
- Experience in sales and promotion of products and programs
Qualifications for animal programs
- Bachelor's level degree in sciences, education or related field required
- Minimum of two years leadership of people/ teams
- Minimum of two years budget management experience
- Minimum of two years’ experience in a customer service environment
- Experience in zoological setting, with basic understanding of zoological operations preferred
- Experience in marketing camps and educational programs
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Job Description Example
Our company is growing rapidly and is looking to fill the role of animal programs. Thank you in advance for taking a look at the list of responsibilities and qualifications. We look forward to reviewing your resume.
Responsibilities for animal programs
- Previous mixed-species exhibit experience preferred
- SCUBA certification preferred
- Team minded individual with a positive attitude
- Good capture/handling techniques
- Excellent observational and animal husbandry skills with the ability to recognize sick or injured animals
- Position engages in extensive walking and standing throughout entire work shift and climb/ascend heights
Qualifications for animal programs
- Experience with management and administration of budgets
- Ability to manage multiple competing priorities in a high-pace environment
- Demonstrated strong understanding of educational principles and instructional design models
- Skilled in customer/ guest interaction, including resolution of problems
- Promote and ensure a safe and secure environment for guests and fellow ambassadors
- Must be at least 18 years of age with a diverse collection experience in a zoological setting
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Job Description Example
Our company is hiring for an animal programs. To join our growing team, please review the list of responsibilities and qualifications.
Responsibilities for animal programs
- Show aptitude working with animals across all taxa (birds, reptiles, amphibians, fish, mammals, and invertebrates)
- Handle potentially dangerous animals including crocodilians, constrictors, and large mammals
- Effectively and efficiently maintain animal displays, husbandry facilities, and holding facilities
- Safely operate landscape equipment
- Provide dynamic public presentations (educational programming, special events, media, and in-park guest interpretation) while utilizing animal ambassadors
- Interact effectively with guests of all ages, including providing responsible oversight to teenage camp participants
Qualifications for animal programs
- A positive, team-minded attitude and desire to give/receive constructive criticism
- Strong communication skills (written and verbal) allowing for efficient communication with teammates and management
- A strong work ethic with the ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities appropriately
- The flexibility required to work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment
- The desire to promote conservation messages to a varied audience
- Thrive in a team environment and interact with others in a professional manner