In support of the Society's goals, the
Merchandise Warehouse Stockperson provides warehouse/inventory support
for zoo revenue-generating locations through-out the park-like setting.
In doing so, you will make use of your prior warehouse experience as you
collate merchandise orders, pull and deliver requested stock as
requested by merchandise locations, gift shops, and/or other
departments, and prepare all other merchandise for storing and shipping
to other merchandise locations (including pricing, tagging, and folding
apparel). While demonstrating your "can-do" attitude and focus on
results, you will load orders onto appropriate vehicles and deliver to
correct park locations, assist in unloading incoming shipments from
outside, and assist in checking incoming and outgoing shipments for
proper quantities and documentation from vendors. You will also maintain
and clean all warehouse stock areas, including sweeping and/or cleaning
of floors, shelves, and equipment for safe, organized, and reliable
work areas and equipment. Safety is your focus as you drive and operate
various warehouse vehicles and equipment in a safe and efficient manner
including, but not limited to carts, forklifts, pickup trucks,
stake-body trucks, and tailgate trucks.

Chicago Zoological Society's Brookfield Zoo is known throughout the world as a leader in animal welfare and conservation but the institution is also Illinois' most popular cultural attraction.* Our beautiful park like setting has an amazing 216 acres of meticulously landscaped grounds, the Discovery Center and Pavilions provide indoor and outdoor event facilities, three major restaurants provide delicious food options and over 20 different animal exhibits demonstrates the Society's international reputation for taking a cutting-edge role in animal care and conservation of the natural world. * Brookfield Zoo is the most popular cultural attraction in the state of Illinois that actively monitors its attendance.

Position Requirements and Specifications
This position generally requires flexible availability to work non-standard hours including evenings, holidays, and weekends. Work schedules are based on the needs of the operation; the Stockperson must be available for work on an on-call basis as product arrives. This is a temporary position.

The requirements for this position include:

• High School graduate or (GED) equivalent preferred. .


• Accurate basic math, reading and writing skills required.


• Must have good communications and interpersonal skills.


• Minimum 6 months previous warehouse experience preferred.


• Previous experience operating a forklift preferred.


• Must be at least 18 years of age.


• Must be reliable and neat.


• Must be flexible and organized.


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


• 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.


• One or more of the following licensures may be required: Valid "C" or "B" (CDL) Driver's License.


• Valid medical authorization card required for positions responsible for operating a Commercial Motor Vehicle.

Additional Information
This requisition is for a temporary/seasonal opportunity for 2016 with an anticipated start date in March 2016.

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