Animal Trainer - Abu Dhabi, , United Arab Emirates - Emirates Park Zoo

Description

Training singular groups or variety of mixed animals for
interaction, performance and medical behaviors as directed by Zoo Manager.
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Duties & Responsibilities:<\/span><\/i><\/b>
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v  <\/span><\/span><\/span>Husbandry and cleaning requirements for animals
in training.
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v  <\/span><\/span><\/span>Managing and providing diets in context to
training.
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v  <\/span><\/span><\/span>Providing companionship to animals and building
relationships.
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v  <\/span><\/span><\/span>Training behaviors using operant conditioning.
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v  <\/span><\/span><\/span>Record keeping.
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v  <\/span><\/span><\/span>Creating and executing training plans.
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v  <\/span><\/span><\/span>Liaising with training manager in relation to
animal's welfare and mental state.
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v  <\/span><\/span><\/span>Assisting veterinary doctors with treatment of
animals.
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v  <\/span><\/span><\/span>Educating other staff about correct handling
procedures and safe training.
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v  <\/span><\/span><\/span>Presenting animals on site and off site
locations and events.
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v  <\/span><\/span><\/span>Accepting changes of hours and days off as
requested by Zoo Manager to attend events.
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v  <\/span><\/span><\/span>Organizing food and training equipment with
store supervisor.
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v  <\/span><\/span><\/span>Providing enrichment to training animals.
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v  <\/span><\/span><\/span>Assisting with training of animals outside of
your quota as required.
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v  <\/span><\/span><\/span>Research to inspire shows and presentations to
be the best performance possible.
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Requirements<\/h3>

• Work in co -operation with other trainers and
  staff members to optimize training times for all animals.
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• Be
  polite and courteous to other members of staff and park guests.
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• Never
  to abuse or punish an animal in any way has that been unnecessary where
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• Excellent communication skills to interact with animals, staff, and the public<\/span>
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• Ability to assess animal behavior and apply appropriate training methods<\/span>
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• Strong problem -solving skills and patience to work with animals of varying temperaments<\/span>
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• Ability to work independently and as part of a team​<\/span> 
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