Role Summary

Ensure an excellent record of all animals in the collection and provide professional support to the application for documents needed to transfer animals between the park and other collections.

Responsibilities

• Manages and maintains animal records via the Zoological Information Management System (ZIMS).
• Inputs appropriate data into permanent files including animal births, deaths, observations, notes, and other pertinent information in a timely manner.
• Manages and monitors animal transactions and coordinates with Curator, veterinary staff and head keepers to ensure legal compliance with government regulations and industry-specific standards.
• Operates as the primary liaison between the institution and government agencies.
• Coordinates with applicable staff and zoological institutions for any needed information and documents required for specific permits and licenses.
• Prepares breeding loan documen...