Association Of Zoos & Aquariums
Marine Mammals - Temporary Hiring List – Animal Care Specialists
Association Of Zoos & Aquariums, Brookfield, Illinois, United States, 60513
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Marine Mammals - Temporary Hiring List – Animal Care Specialists
Submit your online application for this opportunity no later than October 10, 2024!Preferred animal experience:
Six months with marine mammals (bottlenose dolphins, sea lions, harbor seal, and gray seal) required. Must be SCUBA certified. Strong public presentation skills, using operant conditioning in interactions with the animals highly desirable. Proficiency with operant conditioning principles and techniques highly preferred.Chicago Zoological Society / Brookfield Zoo is accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA), the Alliance of Marine Mammal Parks and Aquariums (AMMPA) and the International Marine Animal Trainers Association (IMATA). In addition, Brookfield Zoo was the first zoo to be “Humane Certified” by the American Humane Association. Common bottlenose dolphins captivate audiences in Brookfield Zoo’s daily Dolphins in Action in the Seven Seas Dolphinarium and Pinniped Point is home to California Sea Lions and Gray Seal.Brookfield Zoo Chicago is currently soliciting online applications from qualified and experienced animal care professionals for placement on our hiring list for temporary (aide) positions. The list will be used to select candidates for temporary full-time animal care specialist aide 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 hiring list does not guarantee employment.Qualified individuals selected for consideration will be placed on the list for a period of up to 6 months, covering December 2024 through May 2025. These individuals 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 Brookfield Zoo Chicago’s assessment of each candidate’s skills, experience, ability, training, availability, and other job-related criteria.Experience Required
Temporary animal care specialist aides generally must be available to begin within 14 days or less of receiving notice and must be able to work rotating schedules, which includes weekends and holidays. A Bachelor’s Degree in zoology, animal science, or other biological field is preferred; a practical understanding of the principles of animal behavior; good interpersonal, communication, and decision-making skills; and a valid driver’s license are required. Prior experience as a zookeeper or in an animal care facility, farm, kennel, or other relevant experience is required. Additional qualifications and experience may be preferred or required depending upon the specific animals and work area. Generally, previous experience working with those animals will be preferred. All candidates selected to the Temporary Hiring Lists must undergo a complete background and professional reference check to be included on the list, following interviews.Further Comments
In order to be considered, submit your online application for this opportunity, and each animal area of interest, no later than October 10, 2024. Brookfield Zoo Chicago is an Equal Opportunity Employer.Perks
401K and paid time off.Salary
Union pay rate is $26.38 per hour.How to Apply
If interested in being considered for this opportunity, please visit our Career Center to obtain more details about the position and to apply by submitting your profile. Please visit our website at www.brookfieldzoo.org/careers.Brookfield Zoo Chicago3300 Golf RoadBrookfield, IL 60513Phone: Brookfield Zoo ChicagoVisit our website.
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Marine Mammals - Temporary Hiring List – Animal Care Specialists
Submit your online application for this opportunity no later than October 10, 2024!Preferred animal experience:
Six months with marine mammals (bottlenose dolphins, sea lions, harbor seal, and gray seal) required. Must be SCUBA certified. Strong public presentation skills, using operant conditioning in interactions with the animals highly desirable. Proficiency with operant conditioning principles and techniques highly preferred.Chicago Zoological Society / Brookfield Zoo is accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA), the Alliance of Marine Mammal Parks and Aquariums (AMMPA) and the International Marine Animal Trainers Association (IMATA). In addition, Brookfield Zoo was the first zoo to be “Humane Certified” by the American Humane Association. Common bottlenose dolphins captivate audiences in Brookfield Zoo’s daily Dolphins in Action in the Seven Seas Dolphinarium and Pinniped Point is home to California Sea Lions and Gray Seal.Brookfield Zoo Chicago is currently soliciting online applications from qualified and experienced animal care professionals for placement on our hiring list for temporary (aide) positions. The list will be used to select candidates for temporary full-time animal care specialist aide 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 hiring list does not guarantee employment.Qualified individuals selected for consideration will be placed on the list for a period of up to 6 months, covering December 2024 through May 2025. These individuals 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 Brookfield Zoo Chicago’s assessment of each candidate’s skills, experience, ability, training, availability, and other job-related criteria.Experience Required
Temporary animal care specialist aides generally must be available to begin within 14 days or less of receiving notice and must be able to work rotating schedules, which includes weekends and holidays. A Bachelor’s Degree in zoology, animal science, or other biological field is preferred; a practical understanding of the principles of animal behavior; good interpersonal, communication, and decision-making skills; and a valid driver’s license are required. Prior experience as a zookeeper or in an animal care facility, farm, kennel, or other relevant experience is required. Additional qualifications and experience may be preferred or required depending upon the specific animals and work area. Generally, previous experience working with those animals will be preferred. All candidates selected to the Temporary Hiring Lists must undergo a complete background and professional reference check to be included on the list, following interviews.Further Comments
In order to be considered, submit your online application for this opportunity, and each animal area of interest, no later than October 10, 2024. Brookfield Zoo Chicago is an Equal Opportunity Employer.Perks
401K and paid time off.Salary
Union pay rate is $26.38 per hour.How to Apply
If interested in being considered for this opportunity, please visit our Career Center to obtain more details about the position and to apply by submitting your profile. Please visit our website at www.brookfieldzoo.org/careers.Brookfield Zoo Chicago3300 Golf RoadBrookfield, IL 60513Phone: Brookfield Zoo ChicagoVisit our website.
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