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Chicago Zoological Society

Location: BrookfieldIL 60513 Document ID: AA114-0BNM Posted on: 2016-06-3006/30/2016 Job Type: Temporary

Job Schedule:Part-time
2016-07-30
 

Community Relations Program Assistant

Now Hiring! Immediate Openings! Apply Today!

As Community Relations Program Assistant, you will perform duties that support an important rung of the Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics ("STEM") Ladder program, which creates opportunities to inspire conservation leadership in diverse youth. You will provide supervision for King Conservation Science Scholars, assists in the enforcement of program rules, maintains quality of zoointerpretation and assists with other STEM Ladder programs as needed to further the society's mission of inspiring conservation leadership.

The primary duties and responsibilities for this position include:
  • Provides supervision and guidance for King Conservation Science Scholars on-site at the zoo and on field trips and assists in enforcement of program rules.
  • Helps to maintain the quality of King Conservation Science Scholars interpretation.
  • Assists with other STEM Ladder and community outreach programs at the zoo and off-site.
  • Assists in office functions, including, but not limited to mailings, bookkeeping, filing, data entry.
  • Other related duties as assigned.


Position Requirements and Specifications
The requirements for this position include the following:


  • Minimum educational requirement is successful completion of junior year of high school required; two years of high school science preferred.

  • Ability to work independently without close supervision required.

  • Strong ability to communicate effectively with youth from diverse backgrounds required.

  • Must be at least 16 years of age.

  • Incumbents must have the ability to work non-standard hours such as weekends and holidays.

  • Valid driver's license required. Illinois residents must possess a valid Illinois license within 90 days of hire. Valid out-of-state license required for out-of-state residents.
The desirable qualifications include:


  • One year within the Chicago Zoological Society King Conservation Science Scholars program or one year experience in a volunteer or youth leadership program desired.

  • Multilingual ability, Spanish fluency a plus.

Additional Information: This seasonal position requires an energetic team player who is able to both provide direction to and mentorship for the Scholars.

Additional Information
Immediate Openings! Apply Today!

Please continue to visit our website at czs.org/careers for additional opportunities.

The Chicago Zoological Society is an Equal Opportunity Employer / Affirmative Action Employer - Minorities / Women / Veterans / Disabled.

The Chicago Zoological Society is an Equal Opportunity Employer
     
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