Facility

Barn Hill Preserve

Closing Date

Description

Barn Hill Preserve is an 18-acre facility in Ethel, LA. We are home to over 150 animals consisting of 35+ species. Barn Hill is 10 years old and constantly evolving and growing. We travel to Costa Rica yearly to work with in situ conservation initiatives, while also fundraising through special events in the US. We are seeking dynamic, versatile, adaptable, and experienced people to join our close knit team.

We are currently looking for education team members!

The ideal candidate will be comfortable facilitating encounter tours to groups of 20+ guests as needed. Public speaking experience is a must.

Education keeper duties include:
~Maintain and care for Education Animal collection
~Work with team lead and other members of management to maintain animal husbandry, enrichment, and safety
~Communicate with department lead and zoo vet techs regarding animal health and safety concerns
~Train and socialize with Education Animal collection on a daily basis
~Ability to complete and keep records as required
~Handle and present a wide variety of animals for educational programs, such as encounter tours, birthday parties, summer camps and various other education programs

Skills desired include:
-Observation and communication skills
-Ability to multi-task
-Comfortability working with guests of all ages

MUST BE ABLE TO WORK WEEKENDS!

The ideal candidate will also be willing to travel with our mobile education department. We travel to schools throughout the southeastern United States to educate young students about animals and the environment. This includes being out-of-state for a week at a time. Mobile crew includes:
– Use of company vehicle for travel
– Paid accommodations and gas
– Per diem
-Commission
-Weekly rate of $600-1200

Education and Pre-requisites

REQUIREMENTS:
– 1 year experience preferred
-college degree in zoology or similar field preferred

Compensation and benefits

Temporary Housing can be provided for out-of-state applicants
Salary: $13.00 – $17.00 per hour dependent on experience

Benefits:
Dental insurance
401(k)
Health insurance
Vision insurance
PTO
Annual boot allowance
Annual company-paid trips to volunteer with wildlife in Costa Rica

Application instructions

Interested applicants should send resume to h.osborn@barnhillpreserve.com