From zoo section leader to zookeeper
24 of the 27 essential skills of a zookeeper are already essential for a zoo section leader — about 89% of the job, before you learn anything new. It is the closest move from zoo section leader in the whole taxonomy.
These numbers compare two occupations, not you and a job. What you personally already cover depends on what you have actually done.
- 24
- skills carry over
- 3
- would be new
- 89%
- of the target job covered
- 27
- essential skills of a zookeeper
What a zookeeper does
Zookeepers manage animals that are kept in captivity for conservation, education, research and/or to be displayed to the public. They are usually responsible for the feeding and the daily care and welfare of the animals. As a part of their routine, zookeepers clean the exhibits and report possible health problems. They may also be involved in particular scientific research or public education, such as conducting guided tours and answering questions.
What carries over
24 skillsEssential in both jobs. This is the part of the move you have already made.
- administer drugs to facilitate breeding
- administer treatment to animals
- animal nutrition
- animal welfare
- applied zoology
- apply animal hygiene practices
- assess animal behaviour
- assess animal nutrition
- assess environment of animals
- assess management of animals
- assist in general veterinary medical procedures
- care for juvenile animals
- control animal movement
- follow zoo safety precautions
- maintain animal accommodation hygienic
- maintain equipment
- maintain professional records
- manage animal biosecurity
- monitor the welfare of animals
- promote animal welfare
- provide an enriching environment for animals
- provide first aid to animals
- provide nutrition to animals
- signs of animal illness
What would be new
3 skillsEssential for a zookeeper and not for a zoo section leader. Note that the taxonomy describes activities rather than tools, so some of these may be things you already do under a different name.
Other moves from zoo section leader
2 roles- poultry breeder13 skills in common
- sheep breeder13 skills in common
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How far are you from being a zookeeper?
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