Chimp Haven is a non-profit, equal opportunity, diversity-committed employer. Chimp Haven employs approximately 30 individuals on a full-time basis. Full-time jobs are available in the general areas of animal husbandry, animal management, operations, maintenance, finance and general administration. All of these positions are highly competitive and generally require related experience and/or a specific educational background in the particular area.
How to Apply:
We will only accept resumes for those positions currently available. If you are interested in any of these opportunities, please send a resume and a cover letter with salary requirements to: Chimp Haven
Attn: Human Resources
13600 Chimpanzee Place
Keithville, La., 71047 Please include the appropriate job title as indicated on the posting. You may also fax your information to 318.925.5600 or e-mail to careers@chimphaven.org. No phone calls please. Chimp Haven is a sanctuary for chimpanzees retired from medical research and the pet or entertainment industries and is located in southwest Caddo Parish 22 miles southwest of Shreveport, Louisiana. Chimp Haven employees work in a team atmosphere and enjoy competitive salary and benefits packages. Chimp Haven is an equal opportunity employer.
Open jobs: 1. ASSISTANT CAREGIVER - Husbandry Department
Position opened: 9/4/08
Closing date - Open until filled
Primary Function:
Provide care for the chimpanzees and their housing areas and improve wellbeing and prevent disease by close observation of chimpanzee behavior and careful cleaning procedures. Most duties performed under direct supervision.
Duties and Responsibilities:
• Prepare and provide food to chimpanzees.
• Clean and sanitize chimpanzee housing areas, equipment and related areas or materials. May use cleaning equipment.
• Remove and replace bedding.
• Observe chimpanzee behavior and appearance. Report unusual behavior or injuries.
• Transport food, bedding or supplies from storage areas to animal areas.
• Maintain records of health, behavior, cleaning, etc.
• Provide enrichment and training to chimpanzees as directed.
• Participate in educational programs as directed.
• May assist behavioral or veterinary staff as directed.
• Perform other related duties as required.
Supervision and Responsibility:
• Works under direct supervision of colony manager and animal care supervisor or senior animal care staff.
• Does not supervise anyone.
• Performs tasks as assigned.
• Relies on pre-established guidelines.
• Primary job does not typically require exercising independent judgment.
Education and Experience Required/Preferred:
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Must be able to read and follow written and verbal instructions and write legibly and accurately.
• AS degree preferred.
• No prior animal experience required, but must have aptitude for the care and wellbeing of animals.
Other requirements and working conditions:
• This work will require bending, carrying, kneeling, lifting, listening, pulling, pushing, reading, speaking, squatting, standing, stooping, stretching, walking, watching and writing.
• Must be able to routinely lift and carry 50 lbs for short distances. Must be able to assist in lifting chimpanzees (up to 75 lbs.).
• Duties may require driving Chimp Haven vehicles, and must have a valid driver’s license and meet Chimp Haven’s motor vehicle operating standards including a good driving record.
• Work may involve considerable outdoor work in various weather conditions.
• Potential exists for animal bites and scratches.
• Potential exposure to unpleasant odors, animal wastes, animal tissues and body fluids, toxic chemicals, zoonotic diseases (tuberculosis, shigella etc.), infectious agents (Hepatitis B,C, HIV, etc.).
• Weekend, holiday and night work may be necessary.
• Participation in a medical monitoring and surveillance program that includes hepatitis B and other inoculations is required.
• Safety training, equipment, clothing and supplies will be provided. 2. Veterinarian
Reopened 5/19/08
Closing date – Open until filled Primary Function:
• to provide veterinary care for chimpanzee colony and, depending upon qualifications, to be the associate director of the sanctuary Duties and Responsibilities:
• clinical medicine, preventive medicine, surgery, and necropsies
• maintaining records
• training staff to make health observations, assist with procedures and administer routine treatments
• clinical veterinarian will assist in assuring regulatory compliance
• Manages all aspects of the department
• Reports to Director and Board of Directors
• If appropriately experienced, the veterinarian would assume responsibilities as the Sanctuary’s Associate Director
• Knowledgeable about a variety of field’s concepts, practices and procedures
• Provide routine and emergency health care to chimpanzees
• Diagnose and treat diseases and injury
• Pan and implement preventive health programs
• Develop standard operating procedures
• Implement biosafety program
• Hire, train, and supervise veterinary technician(s)
• Analyze data and write up results for publications or presentations Supervision and Responsibility:
• Manages all aspects of the department
• Reports to Director and Board of Directors
• If appropriately experienced, the veterinarian would assume responsibilities as the Sanctuary’s Associate Director
• Assoc. Director’s duties include: assisting with directing the entire animal care program, a large federal contract, the physical plant maintenance, regulatory compliance, the OHS program, as well as budget and accounting, human resources, communications and development.
• Supervises Veterinary technician(s)
• Recommends, plans and monitors long-term department goals and policies
• Team with others to make colony management decisions
• May lead educational programs
• Supervise volunteers and visiting medical personnel
• May assist in grant writing or other fund raising projects Education and Experience Required:
• a Veterinary degree (DVM/VMD) from an AVMA-accredited school, a state license, the ability to be licensed in Louisiana
• Experience with nonhuman primates is highly preferred
• Board certification by ACLAM or ACZM, chimpanzee experience, management experience and knowledge of safety and biohazard procedures and animal care regulations are desired. Work Hours:
• 8 AM – 5 PM, Monday thru Friday; some nights, weekends, and holidays
Other requirements and working conditions:
• This work will require bending, carrying, kneeling, lifting, listening, pulling, pushing, reading, speaking, squatting, standing, stooping, stretching, walking, watching and writing.
• Must be able to routinely lift and carry 50 lbs for short distances. Must be able to assist in lifting chimpanzees (up to 75 lbs.).
• Duties may require driving Chimp Haven vehicles, and must have a valid driver’s license and meet Chimp Haven’s motor vehicle
operating standards.
• Work may involve considerable outdoor work in various weather conditions.
• Potential exists for animal bites and scratches.
• Potential exposure to unpleasant odors, animal wastes, animal tissues and body fluids, toxic chemicals, zoonotic diseases (tuberculosis, shigella etc.), infectious agents (Hepatitis B,C, HIV, etc.).
• Weekend, holiday and night work may be necessary.
• Participation in a medical monitoring and surveillance program that includes hepatitis B and other inoculations is required.
• Safety training, equipment, clothing and supplies will be provided. Open Internships: 1. Chimpanzee Care Giver Internship Announcement
Position Available: Animal Care - Husbandry Internship
Date Posted: Open throughout the year
Internship Description: Chimp Haven, Inc. will provide a unique opportunity for three individuals interested in the behavioral or biological sciences to learn and participate in the care of captive chimpanzees in a sanctuary environment. This internship is designed for those individuals wishing to gain experience working with chimpanzees and will focus on their basic needs such as diet, sanitation, socialization, enrichment, and security. Through the experience, interns will gain knowledge of chimpanzee behavior and animal care.
Qualifications/Experience: Please send transcripts (for students), two letters of recommendation and a cover letter which details your interests. All internships will be competitive. Both undergraduate and graduate students are encouraged to apply. A general understanding and concern for the well being of animals is required. Coursework in primatology, biology, or animal behavior is preferred but not required. Proof of a negative TB test and Tetanus vaccination is required.
Salary/funding: The internship is on a volunteer basis and provides no stipend. Housing may be available. Personal vehicle is required.
Internship Term: Full time, 40 hours per week, Available time frames throughout the year. Please request time frame in cover letter. Minimum six week commitment.
2. Behavior Department Internship Announcement
Position Available: Chimpanzee Behavior – Behavior Department Internship
Date Posted: Open throughout the year
Internship Description: Chimp Haven, Inc. will provide a unique opportunity for students in the behavioral or biological sciences to study captive chimpanzees in a sanctuary environment. Interns will be introduced to chimpanzee behavior and behavioral data collection, as well as being introduced to environmental enrichment methods and practical application. Other duties may include data entry and summarization, conducting literature reviews and preliminary analysis.
Qualifications/Experience: Please send transcripts, two letters of recommendation and a cover letter which details research interests, why you are interested in this position and any other qualifications. All internships will be competitive. Both undergraduate and graduate students are encouraged to apply. Coursework in primatology, biology, or animal behavior is preferred but not required. Proof of a negative TB test and Tetanus vaccination is required.
Salary/funding: The internship is on a volunteer basis and provides no stipend. Housing may be available on site for the term of the internship. Personal vehicle is required.
Internship Term: Full time, 40 hours per week, time frames available throughout the year, please request dates in cover letter. Minimum 6 week commitment.
 
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