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snakelife · I'm new here... Joined: 20 Jan 2008 Posts: 1

SENIOR KEEPER (Reptilian Specialist),
HERPETOLOGY DEPARTMENT, DWCT

The Role

The Durrell Wildlife Conservation Trust is looking for a skilled and knowledgeable reptile and amphibian keeper with a thorough understanding of the role and function of a modern zoological collection and in situ conservation programmes.

Responsibilities will include the daily husbandry and management of a large and diverse collection in conjunction with the other section staff, record keeping, research and scientific writing, and participation in wider herpetological and zoo activities and organisations. A special responsibility in the management for the reptilian programmes in the Department will be part of the daily activities.

The Candidate

It is essential that applicants have proven experience in the successful husbandry of reptiles and amphibians and ideally have at least a first degree in a relevant subject. A particular expertise with reptiles in captivity and in the wild is necessary (>3 years experience); anterior experience in other zoos, private collections, Museums, Aquariums, Universities, field work, etc holding reptiles in captivity would be an advantage. A logical, precise and scientific approach to animal keeping is required and competency with standard computer software is vital.

The successful applicant will be a strong team player able to show a high degree of initiative and independence.

Good written and verbal communication skills, including interaction with members of the public, are essential.

We can offer:

* A rewarding career with a globally renowned conservation organisation
* A working environment set in a beautiful location
* A team of friendly, supportive and enthusiastic colleagues

For an application form, please go to our website www.durrell.org, then into pages working for durrell/current vacancies.

Please return the form to:

Mrs Charlotte Linney, Human Resources Manager,
Durrell Wildlife Conservation Trust,
Les Augres Manor, Trinity, Jersey JE3 5BP
or email liz.mayo@durrell.org

Closing date for applications: 9th March 2008

Dr. Gerardo García

Head of Herpetology Department

Durrell Wildlife Conservation Trust

Les Augres Manor, Trinity

Jersey. JE3 5BP

British Channel Islands

Tel: +44 1534 860072

Fax: +44 1534 860001

email: gerardo.garcia@durrell.org

online: www.durrellwildlife.org

slippery42 · Posted: Fri Feb 08, 2008 1:33 pm Post subject: Vancnacy

I believe this is al's old position!!!

anyone interested might like to speak to him and find out what the position involves.

He is Drymarchon32 on the site!!

Very Happy