Job Title:HFPZ/Wild Encounters Animal Care Specialist
Location: Brookfield IL 60513
Job Type: Fulltime
Job Description:
PRIMARY JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions of the position.
1. *Cleans animal enclosures pools and service areas as assigned.
2. *Prepares and distributes food as directed.
3. *Observes assigned animals closely routinely and objectively reports to supervisor on their behavior health and welfare. Observes condition of assigned area(s) animal enclosures and equipment. Keeps animal records as assigned.
4. *Performs routines of assigned areas and specialized procedures as directed.
5. *Communicates with and assists guests. Takes initiative to facilitate guests appreciation of animals and enjoyment of their zoo visit.
6. *Demonstrates knowledge of and implements BZCwide and area emergency procedures as directed.
7. *Monitors and cleans public space(s) plants and interpretives as assigned. Reports maintenance needs timely. Performs minor maintenance tasks as assigned.
8. *Monitors visitors to ensure animal and human safety and protection of park property.
9. *Studies specific reference materials about animals in assigned area. Reads other zoological and husbandry texts as assigned.
10. Other related duties as assigned.
Denotes Essential Job Function(s)
POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
High school graduate or GED equivalent required.
Incumbent must possess an understanding of practical principles of animal behavior and ability to work with live animals safely.
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.
Knowledge of natural history zoology or animal husbandry preferred.
Must be capable of dealing with emergencies calmly and efficiently.
Must be reliable.
Must be able to learn and integrate information knowledge and direction quickly.
English fluency at a professional working proficiency.
Cultural proficiency; experience and/or ability to work and interact effectively with a diverse multicultural audience.
Valid drivers license required. Illinois residents must possess a valid Illinois license within 90 days of hire. Valid outofstate license required for outofstate residents.
DESIRABLE/PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelors 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.
Multilingual ability Spanish fluency a plus.
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