Class Title:Park Wildlife Care Supervisor - Ses

CLASS CODE: 6619
PAY GRADE: 418

CLASS TITLE:PARK WILDLIFE CARE SUPERVISOR - SES

ALLOCATION FACTOR(S)

This is work planning, organizing and supervising the captive wildlife care program in a State Wildlife Park. The primary duty of the employee(s) in the position(s) allocated to this class is to spend the majority of time communicating with, motivating, training and evaluating employees, planning and directing their work; and having the authority to hire, transfer, suspend, layoff, recall, promote, discharge, assign, reward or discipline subordinate employees or to effectively recommend such actions.

EXAMPLES OF WORK PERFORMED:

(Note: The examples of work as listed in this class specification are not necessarily descriptive of any one position in the class. The omission of specific statements does not preclude management from assigning specific duties not listed herein if such duties are a logical assignment to the position. Examples of work performed are not to be used for allocation purposes.)

Motivates employees to improve the quality and quantity of work performed.
Plans work loads, work flows, deadlines, work objectives and time utilization with employees.
Evaluates employees through establishing evaluation criteria and responsibilities and meeting regularly with employees to ensure the established criteria are met.
Trains employees in methods for performing an effective and efficient job.
Communicates on a regular basis with employees both individually and in staff meetings.
Directs the work of employees to ensure best use of time and resources.
Consults with veterinarians and other knowledgeable personnel in the captive wildlife field in planning, developing and implementing programs involving the captive wildlife care program.
Inspects wildlife care facilities and exhibits for cleanliness and safety; checks wildlife habitats for security and other health conditions of captive animals; instructs staff in proper housing facilities, specifies proper feeding care of captive animals.
Maintains detailed acquisition, disposition, demographic, and reproductive records on all captive wildlife within the program.
Plans and coordinates interpretive programs, activities and schedules for and involving captive wildlife.
Supervises the wildlife breeding program for the captive wildlife within the program.
Performs related work as required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

(Note: The knowledge, skills and abilities (KSA's) identified in this class specification represent those needed to perform the duties of this class. Additional knowledge, skills and abilities may be applicable for individual positions in the employing agency.)

Knowledge of procedures, techniques and equipment used in the care of captive wildlife.
Knowledge of behaviors, diets, and reproductive characteristics of captive wildlife.
Knowledge of animal anatomy and physiology.
Knowledge of the principles and techniques of effective written communication.
Skill in the use of specialized animal capture and animal care equipment.
Ability to utilize personal computers and software.
Ability to deal with the public in a tactful and courteous manner.
Ability to plan, organize and direct a captive wildlife care program.
Ability to work independently.
Ability to utilize problem-solving techniques and make decisions.
Ability to understand and apply applicable rules, regulations, policies and procedures relating to the captive wildlife program.
Ability to plan, organize, and coordinate work assignments.
Ability to communicate effectively.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
Ability to manage all aspects of the captive wildlife care program.
Ability to instruct others in basic and esoteric animal husbandry and breeding for the captive wildlife program.
Ability to act resourcefully in addressing and solving complex problems with a State Wildlife Park environment.
Ability to supervise people.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

EFFECTIVE:

7/1/2001

HISTORY:

09/18/1991