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How much do weekend animal reproduction jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 12, 2026, the average hourly pay for weekend animal reproduction in Red Bank, NJ is $14.08, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $12.84 and $15.29 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Weekend Animal Reproduction vs Weekend Animal Caretaker?

AspectWeekend Animal ReproductionWeekend Animal Caretaker
CertificationsVeterinary or reproductive specialist certificationsAnimal care or pet first aid certifications
Work EnvironmentLaboratories, breeding facilities, veterinary clinicsAnimal shelters, pet stores, farms, homes
Job FocusBreeding, reproductive health, genetic managementFeeding, cleaning, socializing animals
Employer & IndustryVeterinary clinics, breeding farms, research labsAnimal shelters, pet care services, farms

Weekend Animal Reproduction involves specialized reproductive health and breeding management, often requiring veterinary or reproductive certifications and working in clinical or laboratory settings. In contrast, Weekend Animal Caretaker focuses on daily animal care tasks like feeding and cleaning, typically in shelters or pet stores. Both roles are essential in the animal industry but differ significantly in skills, environment, and job focus.

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Senior Environmental Quality Keeper

Z&A Management

Woodbridge, NJ • On-site

$22 - $24/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 24 days ago

Job description

The Senior Environmental Quality Keeper at Woodbridge Aquarium plays a critical role in monitoring and maintaining optimal environmental conditions across terrestrial and aquatic habitats to ensure the health and well-being of the animal collection. This position supports both daily operations and long-term habitat planning, ensuring that environmental parameters—including water and air quality, temperature, humidity, and substrate—are consistently maintained to meet species-specific standards. Working closely with curators, veterinarians, and other animal care professionals, this role also provides guidance and supervision to Animal Keepers to uphold best practices in environmental and habitat management. 

Key Responsibilities:
Environmental Monitoring & Maintenance:
  • Monitor water quality parameters (e.g., pH, salinity, dissolved oxygen, ammonia, nitrite, nitrate) for aquatic habitats. 
  • Ensure proper temperature, humidity, substrate, and air quality in terrestrial exhibits. 
  • Implement and audit adherence to protocols for maintaining species-appropriate environmental conditions. 
  • Identify and resolve environmental imbalances in collaboration with Lead Keepers, Technicians, and Managers. 

Leadership & Supervision:
  • Support the Curators in leading the Animal Keeper team to maintain habitat cleanliness, safety, and protocol compliance. 
  • Train and mentor staff in environmental monitoring and care techniques. 
  • Manage maintenance schedules to ensure compliance with regulatory standards and internal SOPs. 

Collaboration & Reporting: 
  • Coordinate with Senior Keepers, Technicians, veterinary staff, curators, and the national husbandry team to optimize environmental quality and support breeding and wellness. 
  • Partner with Facilities and the Senior LSS Technician to manage HVAC, filtration, and life support systems. 
  • Prepare reports and communicate findings on environmental data and habitat status to upper management. 
  • Contribute to long-term planning for habitat renovations, upgrades, and new exhibit development. 

Animal Welfare & Conservation:
  • Ensure environmental conditions meet high standards of animal welfare and align with internal SOPs. 
  • Monitor how environmental factors affect animal behavior, health, and reproduction, and make adjustments as needed. 

Compliance & Safety:
  • Maintain compliance with all relevant federal, state, and local regulations (e.g., USDA, Fish & Wildlife, DNR). 
  • Keep accurate and organized records of habitat and environmental data to support inspections and audits. 

Qualifications:
  • Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Biology, Zoology, Animal Science, or related field. 
  • Minimum 5 years of experience in animal care, with at least 2 years focused on terrestrial and aquatic habitat management. 
  • Proficient in water quality analysis, filtration systems, and life support equipment. 
  • In-depth understanding of environmental needs of diverse species. 
  • Demonstrated leadership experience, including team training and scheduling. 
  • Familiarity with AZA standards and other applicable regulations. 
  • Strong problem-solving abilities and comfort working in a fast-paced environment. 
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills. 

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Certification in water quality or environmental monitoring. 
  • Experience in habitat design and life support system operation. 
  • Knowledge of conservation biology and sustainable practices within zoological settings. 

Working Conditions:
  • Requires physical activity including standing, walking, lifting, and handling equipment. 
  • Work may occur in outdoor environments and varied weather conditions. 
  • Availability for occasional weekends, holidays, or after-hours emergencies or special events.