Marc Heinzman

Marc Heinzman

Assistant Animal Keeper

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Conservation Manager at Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium and Northwest Trek Wildlife Park

  • Education

    • St. Ambrose University

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      Bachelor of Science - BS Biology
  • Experience

    • Kansas City Zoo

      May 2007 - Sept 2007
      Assistant Animal Keeper
    • Niabi Zoo

      Jul 2008 - Oct 2015

      Oversee the general operations of Niabi Zoo. Responsible for the setting the mission and goals of the zoo. Responsible for media relations. Plan and oversee the construction of new and remodeled exhibits and zoo facilities. Solicit support, financial and otherwise, from the surrounding community to further the mission and goals of the zoo. Perform general duties essential to the operation of the Zoo. Assist in overseeing all Zoo staff. Oversee animal care department. Coordinate all marketing efforts and special events for the Zoo. Represent the Zoo through press releases and media appearances. Manage social media representation of the Zoo. Perform daily husbandry tasks for the animals in the Zoo's collection.

      • Zoo Director

        Jan 2012 - Oct 2015
      • Assistant Zoo Director

        Dec 2010 - Jan 2012
      • Animal Handler I

        Jul 2008 - Dec 2010
    • Northwest Trek Wildlife Park

      Oct 2015 - Jun 2024
      Zoological Curator

      Oversee the operations of the zoological department, including animal care, collection planning, habitat development, and other related activities. Responsible for budget planning and implementation.

    • Emerging Wildlife Conservation Leaders

      May 2022 - Dec 2023
      Fellow

      The Emerging Wildlife Conservation Leaders (EWCL) training program helps jump-start early career conservation professionals through a combination of skills training, networking opportunities with peers and established practitioners and the completion of a global wildlife conservation initiative. EWCL training addresses a long-standing need for capable leaders in the conservation field who are equipped with a full arsenal of skills to launch well-rounded and successful conservation campaigns and build successful leadership careers in the wildlife conservation profession. Show less

    • Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium

      Jun 2024 - now
      Conservation Manager

      I lead the conservation efforts of Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium and Northwest Trek Wildlife Park, which includes planning efforts to identify and execute conservation initiatives that engage the community in the care and protection of nature, managing staff, developing partnerships, overseeing conservation advocacy, and serving as a member of our overall senior leadership team.

  • Licenses & Certifications

    • ICS-200

      FEMA
      Oct 2019
    • IS-700 NIMS

      FEMA
      Feb 2018
    • ICS-100

      FEMA
      Feb 2018
    • HAZWOPER [20CFR1910.120] 24

      Alaska SeaLife Center
      Mar 2018
  • Volunteer Experience

    • Member, Professional Development Committee

      Issued by Association of Zoos and Aquariums on Sept 2023
      Association of Zoos and AquariumsAssociated with Marc Heinzman
    • Member, Honors & Awards Committee

      Issued by Association of Zoos and Aquariums on Sept 2016
      Association of Zoos and AquariumsAssociated with Marc Heinzman
    • Board Member

      Issued by Zoo Conservation Outreach Group on Jan 2012
      Zoo Conservation Outreach GroupAssociated with Marc Heinzman