Class Concept
This is a supervisory and skilled technical work at the North Carolina Zoo responsible for the routine and standardized testing of both fresh and salt-water exhibits. Water quality of these exhibits must meet MMA (Marine Mammals Act) APHIS/REAC (Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service/Regulatory Enforcement and Animal Care) standards as well as all other state and federal laws, rules and regulations that apply. Positions supervise, plan, direct, review and evaluate the work of subordinates; provide on-the-job training; counsel and administer limited discipline to employees; and develop and implement minor adjustments to methods, procedures, schedules, assignments and testing priorities. In addition, the positions fill in for subordinates in performing or checking the more complex, controversial and/or advanced work of their section; and functions as the technical expert for their specialty area. Position applies technical knowledge of chemistry principles, testing procedures and methods and techniques to conduct qualitative and quantitative chemical analyses of exhibit water. Position will also perform maintenance on sand filters, life support pumps, ozone generators, compressors, air handling units, pH controllers, chlorine analyzers and related laboratory testing equipment. The consequence of error in this area of responsibility could result in the death or endangerment of valuable animals and a financial loss to the State. Positions receive minimal supervision from the General Curator.
