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Chicago Zoological Society

Location: BrookfieldIL 60513 Document ID: AB223-0UBE Posted on: 2017-06-3006/30/2017 Job Type: Temporary

Job Schedule:Part-time
2017-07-30
 

2017 Seasonal Keeper, Wild Encounters

Since the opening of Brookfield Zoo in 1934, the Society has had an international reputation for taking a cutting-edge role in animal care and conservation of the natural world. Among its historical firsts are indoor multispecies exhibits, zoo nutrition residencies, methods for animal husbandry, and medical care that includes successful brain surgery for a gorilla. In building its legacy of animal care and compassion, the Society has launched two new centers: the Center for Conservation Leadership and the Center for the Science of Animal Welfare (CSAW). These innovative learning and research hubs will integrate a wide variety of disciplines, changing the way animal conservation issues are considered and advancing the science of animal-directed care around the world.

As one of the top zoos with over 450 species of animals, Seasonal Keepers receive valuable hands-on zookeeping experience while providing high-quality care for the welfare of the collection. You will demonstrate your practical understanding of animal behavior, ability to work with live animals safely, and attention to details while closely observing assigned animals, carefully observing the condition of the assigned area and animal enclosures, and maintaining animal record documentation as assigned. Your friendly demeanor, good interpersonal skills and outstanding communication skills will contribute to creating an extraordinary guest experience as Seasonal Keepers may work in public areas and may interact with guests.

This position is in our Wild Encounters department in Animal Programs; public speaking skills and public interaction with guests (children and families) and operant conditioning skills a plus. Experience with native North American and/or farm animals, macropods, and large parakeet aviary experience preferred.

Position Requirements and Specifications

The requirements for this position include:

  • High school graduate or equivalent required. Bachelor's degree or college coursework in relevant biological field or equivalent combination of training and experience preferred.

  • Minimum six months animal care facility, farm, kennel, or equivalent animal experience preferred. Incumbent must possess an understanding of practical principles of animal behavior and ability to work with live animals safely. Knowledge of natural history, zoology, or animal husbandry preferred

  • Must be a minimum of 18 years of age.

  • Good interpersonal and communications skills. Must be able to interact in a courteous and professional manner.

  • Must be able to learn and integrate information, knowledge, and direction quickly.

  • Must be reliable. Must be capable of dealing with emergencies calmly and efficiently.

  • Must be able to read, write, and speak the English language fluently.

  • 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.

  • Experience and/or ability to work and interact effectively with a diverse, multicultural audience. Multilingual ability and Spanish fluency a plus.


Additional Information
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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