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Bird Department Zookeeper

Royal Oak, Michigan, United States · On-site

Mid level

Bird Department Zookeeper General Description The Bird Department Zookeeper provides care, feeding, enrichment and training for Birds to ensure their well-being and contributes to outstanding guest experiences by ensurin…

Skills: Animal Care, Operant Conditioning, Exhibit Maintenance, Animal Behavior Observation, Artificial Incubation

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Mammal Department Internship- Fall 2026

Royal Oak, Michigan, United States · On-site

Entry level

Mammal Department Internship- Fall 2026 General Description The Life Science internship in the Mammal Department is contingent on the intern being currently enrolled at an accredited four-year college or university and s…

Skills: Zookeeping, Animal Care, Behavioral Observation, Habitat Maintenance, Animal Welfare

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Events Intern

Royal Oak, Michigan, United States · On-site

Entry level

Events Intern General Description The Events Intern is a paid intern position at the Detroit Zoological Society. The Events Intern will work in the Events department and will assist the Event Managers, Supervisors, and C…

Skills: Event Planning, Event Execution, Logistics Coordination, Vendor Management, Microsoft Word

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Materials Handling Coordinator

Royal Oak, Michigan, United States · On-site

Entry level

Materials Handling Coordinator General Description The Materials Handling Coordinator supports daily logistics, materials handling, and campus sustainability efforts across the Detroit Zoological Society. This seasonal, …

Skills: Shipping and Receiving, Materials Handling, Inventory Tracking, Waste Management, Logistics Coordination

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Maintenance Tech II - HVAC

Royal Oak, Michigan, United States · On-site

Mid level

Maintenance Tech II - HVAC General Description The Maintenance Technician II – HVAC position is primarily responsible for performing preventive maintenance and scheduled upkeep on HVAC and related mechanical systems acro…

Skills: HVAC Maintenance, Preventive Maintenance, CMMS, Mechanical Troubleshooting, System Inspections

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Landscape Manager

Royal Oak, Michigan, United States · On-site

Senior

Landscape Manager General Description Reporting directly to the Facilities Superintendent, the Landscape Manager is responsible for leading, shaping, and continuously enhancing the visual character, horticultural quality…

Skills: Landscape Management, Horticulture, Project Management, Staff Supervision, Budget Analysis

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Bird Department Zookeeper

Detroit Zoological Society

Royal Oak, Michigan, United States • On-site

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  • Full-time
  • associate degree, bachelor degree
  • Posted 3d ago
  • ~40 hrs/week

Responsibilities

Provide daily care, feeding, enrichment, and training for birds to ensure their well-being. Maintain bird exhibits and conduct educational presentations for guests.

Requirements

Requires a bachelor's degree in zoology with two years of bird management experience, or an associate degree with four years of wildlife care experience. Must be able to lift 50 pounds and work in various weather conditions with dangerous animals.

Full job description

Bird Department Zookeeper
General Description 
The Bird Department Zookeeper provides care, feeding, enrichment and training for Birds to ensure their well-being and contributes to outstanding guest experiences by ensuring that Bird exhibits are properly maintained. 

Principal Duties and Responsibilities 
  • Provide daily care, including but not limited to, feeding, enrichment, and operant conditioning training for birds. 
  • Perform routine exhibit maintenance including mowing, trimming, and other routine maintenance activities. 
  • Observe and document physical condition and behavior of animals. 
  • Inspect facilities to ensure safety and security. 
  • Capture and restrain animals as needed. 
  • Clean animal enclosures and other exhibit areas. 
  • Assist with artificial incubation and hand-rearing. 
  • Monitor animal social conditions and situations. 
  • Monitor feather-clipping schedules and make recommendations to supervisor when clipping is needed. 
  • Develop and submit enrichment practices to Behavioral Husbandry Team. 
  • Design, construct, and provide enrichment devices to animals. 
  • Provide medical treatments as prescribed by the veterinarians. 
  • Communicate needs for maintenance department work requests to lead keeper or supervisor.
  • Ensure compliance with relevant regulations. 
  • Maintain records, inventories and other information and provide written and verbal reports as required. 
  • Conduct educational presentations in both formal and informal settings. 
  • Train new staff as required. 
  • Train and supervise interns. 
  • Perform other duties as required. 

Qualifications 
Education and Experience 
  • A bachelor's degree in zoology or a closely related discipline and two years' experience in the care and management of birds. 
  • OR: An associate degree in a related discipline and four years experiences in the care of captive wildlife, two of which include the care and management of birds. 

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities 
  • Ability to work with animals and to remain calm in strenuous circumstances. 
  • Excellent problem-solving skills. 
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. 
  • Ability to follow instructions. 
  • Excellent time management skills. 

Working Conditions 
Work is performed indoors and outdoors with exposure to all seasonal weather conditions, with frequent exposure to and contact with dangerous animals, with risk of zoonotic disease transmission (Hepatitis B, Herpes B, Tuberculosis, Salmonella and others), and with exposure to computer monitors.  Evening work may be required.  

Physical Requirements 
The Bird Department Zookeeper must be able to lift and move objects weighing up to 50 pounds. The individual must have the ability to perform the essential functions of the job satisfactorily with or without accommodations. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the role. 

Just as we value and celebrate biodiversity, the DZS celebrates the diversity of our human community. We are committed to ensuring that our programs and facilities are fully accessible to create a welcoming and inclusive workplace for all. 

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About Detroit Zoological Society

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Creating meaningful connections between people, animals and the natural world so all can thrive.

Industry
Museums, Historical Sites, and Zoos
Company size
201-500 employees
Founded
1928
Headquarters
Royal Oak, MI
LinkedIn followers
10,782

The Detroit Zoological Society (DZS) is a nonprofit organization that operates the Detroit Zoo in Royal Oak, Mich. and the Belle Isle Nature Center, located in Detroit. Accredited by the Association of Zoos & Aquariums, DZS employs approximately 350 full and part-time employees and hosts more than 500 volunteers throughout the year. The 125-acre Detroit Zoo is a natural habitat for more than 2,000 animals. Major exhibits include the National Amphibian Conservation Center, Polk Penguin Conservation Center, Deveraux Tiger Forest, Great Apes of Harambee and Arctic Ring of Life, voted the number-two zoo exhibit in the U.S. by the Intrepid Traveler’s guide to “America’s Best Zoos”. The Belle Isle Nature Center, nestled on 6 acres of Michigan's forested wetland on the northeastern tip of Belle Isle State Park, offers guests unique educational, environmental and natural experiences that help connect them with urban nature. Admission to the Belle Isle Nature Center is free of charge.

Offices: 8450 W. 10 Mile Rd, Royal Oak, MI 48067, US · 176 Lakeside Dr., Detroit, Michigan 48207, US

Leadership in wildlife conservation and animal welfareMuseums and Historical SitesNon ProfitEnvironmental EngineeringWildlife Conservation
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About Detroit Zoological Society

LinkedInVisit site

Creating meaningful connections between people, animals and the natural world so all can thrive.

Industry
Museums, Historical Sites, and Zoos
Company size
201-500 employees
Founded
1928
Headquarters
Royal Oak, MI
LinkedIn followers
10,782

The Detroit Zoological Society (DZS) is a nonprofit organization that operates the Detroit Zoo in Royal Oak, Mich. and the Belle Isle Nature Center, located in Detroit. Accredited by the Association of Zoos & Aquariums, DZS employs approximately 350 full and part-time employees and hosts more than 500 volunteers throughout the year. The 125-acre Detroit Zoo is a natural habitat for more than 2,000 animals. Major exhibits include the National Amphibian Conservation Center, Polk Penguin Conservation Center, Deveraux Tiger Forest, Great Apes of Harambee and Arctic Ring of Life, voted the number-two zoo exhibit in the U.S. by the Intrepid Traveler’s guide to “America’s Best Zoos”. The Belle Isle Nature Center, nestled on 6 acres of Michigan's forested wetland on the northeastern tip of Belle Isle State Park, offers guests unique educational, environmental and natural experiences that help connect them with urban nature. Admission to the Belle Isle Nature Center is free of charge.

Offices: 8450 W. 10 Mile Rd, Royal Oak, MI 48067, US · 176 Lakeside Dr., Detroit, Michigan 48207, US

Leadership in wildlife conservation and animal welfareMuseums and Historical SitesNon ProfitEnvironmental EngineeringWildlife Conservation
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