Job Postings

2020 Seasonal Keeper Carnivores

Facility

Chicago Zoological Society

Closing Date
February 11, 2020
Description

Enter a land where the ancient forest – magnificent and mysterious – dominates all life. Whether entering the Desert’s Edge or the Clouded Leopard Rain Forest, visit some of our small carnivores, small mammals, reptiles and more! With the treetop tunnels running overhead, take a quiet walk through either side. From the fishing cat and rock hyrax to the meerkats and binturongs to the naked mole-rats; the caracal, African crested porcupine, and the Prevost’s squirrels; and the mossy and yellow spotted climbing toads, this is all part of our Fragile Kingdom.

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.

As Brookfield Zoo is open 365 days a year, Seasonal Keeper positions require the ability to work rotating shifts including weekends, holidays and evenings. This position also requires that you must be at least 18 years of age and have a valid driver’s license. This is a temporary (seasonal) position.

Education and Pre-requisites

This position is working with carnivores.

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. 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

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. Must be a minimum of 18 years of age. Valid driver’s license required. Experience and/or ability to work and interact effectively with a diverse, multicultural audience. Multilingual ability and Spanish fluency a plus.

Compensation and benefits

This is a temporary (seasonal) position. The starting wage is $12.00 per hour.

Application instructions

The Chicago Zoological Society is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

If interested in being considered for this opportunity, please visit the CZS Career Center to obtain more details about the position and to apply by submitting your profile. Please visit our website at www.czs.org/careers. Please look for requisition number 1969BR.