Facility
Chicago Zoological Society / Brookfield Zoo
Closing Date
[jobclosingdate]
Description
The Chicago Zoological Society, which operates the Brookfield Zoo, is currently soliciting on-line applications from qualified and experienced animal care professionals for placement on a hiring list for temporary positions. The list will be used to select qualified candidates for temporary full-time veterinary technician positions which arise due to employee absences, leaves, and position vacancies. These temporary assignments may range from several days or weeks to several months, or more, depending on the particular assignment. Placement on the temporary veterinary technician hiring list does not guarantee employment.
Qualified individuals selected for consideration will be placed on the list for a period of up to six (6) months and may be contacted for temporary positions as they become available during that time. Individuals wishing to be considered for a longer period of time must reapply to be considered.
Placement on the list will be based on the Society’s assessment of each candidate’s skills, experience, ability, training, availability and other job-related criteria. Consideration for individual temporary openings will be based on the candidate’s suitability for the specific opening involved. Temporary full-time veterinary technicians receive valuable hands-on experience, and they may apply and be considered for openings for regular, full-time positions as they become available.
All candidates selected for the Temporary Veterinary Technician Hiring List must undergo a complete background and professional reference check, and those who are hired will be required to pass a post-offer physical exam.
Education and Pre-requisites
Temporary veterinary technicians generally must be available to begin within 14 calendar days or less of receiving notice and must be able to work rotating schedules, which includes weekends and holidays. Graduation from an AVMA accredited school of veterinary technology is required with Illinois Veterinary Technician Certification in the state of Illinois required within 90 days of hire. Prior experience working with zoo/exotic animals required and/or a minimum of 2 years of experience as a certified veterinary technician working in a small animal/exotic practice. Technical skills such as proficient restraint and sample collection techniques, with domestic animals required. A practical understanding of the principles of animal behavior, veterinary medical practices, pharmacology, and principles of anesthesia; good interpersonal, communication and decision making skills, and a valid driver’s license are also required.
Compensation and benefits
The current pay rate for the temporary veterinary technician position depends on each individual’s experience level. Fringe benefits include only 401k plan.
Application instructions
In order to be considered, submit your on-line application for this opportunity and each animal area of interest no later than October 9, 2016. Please visit the CZS Career Center www.czs.org/careers to obtain more details about the Temporary Keeper Hiring List opportunities and to apply by submitting your profile.
The Chicago Zoological Society is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer – Minorities / Women / Veterans / Disabled.
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/czs/careers. Please look for requisition 1210BR.