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AZA-accredited zoos and aquariums, Related Facilities, Commercial Members, Conservation Partners and Society Partners may post free unlimited online job listings as a member benefit. Non-members can purchase job listings.How to post a job Interested in a career in AZA-accredited zoos and aquariums? Learn more about types of zoo and aquarium jobs and relevant education programs in our career center . Zoo Miami Responsibilities/duties include, but are not limited to: Responsible for developing, managing and implementing the nutrition program for the zoo collection including monitoring diet consumption, diet formulation, and implementation; provides guidance for the department procedures manual. Annual review of the dietary husbandry protocols (including dietary behavioral enrichment items) to ensure nutritional adequacy of diets in regards to maintenance of health, breeding soundness, environmental enrichment and training. Responsible for approving all consumable items and diet changes; responsible for quality control testing for hay, fish, insect, meat (including whole prey items), grain, canned goods and produce. Assists horticulturalists with the management and continued development of the browse program and surveillance of the grounds and enclosures for toxic plants. Initiates and collaborates with the zoo veterinarians on clinical investigations and research projects as it relates to animal health and nutrition; responsible for advising the Senior Veterinarian on nutrition issues that require further investigation; will serve as point person on all nutrition research projects. Responsible for maintaining accurate records and preparing reports as it relates to animal nutrition; responsible for overseeing all commissary operations are conducted in a manner that meets or exceeds AZA and USDA requirements and federal, state and industry standards; remains current with pertinent regulations and standards (federal, state, industry, etc) that may affect zoo programs, and provides recommendations for complying with relevant regulations. Feeds animals in accordance with nutritional and behavioral requirements as specified by curatorial and nutritional staff; participates in approved scientific research and educational projects. Participates in additional conferences, workshops, seminars, NAG and AZA committees as approved by the Senior Veterinarian. Actively participate in the zoo nutrition community. Provides oversight of vendors, foods items, food supply, sustainability and budgeting for Nutrition supported by the Nutrition Manager. Experience Required Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree. Two years of experience working with nutritional issues for captive wildlife is required. Must be able to lift 40 pounds. Advanced degree in animal nutrition and supervisory experience is preferred. Applications will be accepted until close of business on July 25, 2025. Zoo Miami 12400 SW 152nd St Miami, FL 33177 Phone: 3052510400 #J-18808-Ljbffr Association Of Zoos & Aquariums

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