Animal Ambassadors - Animal Care Specialist

Brookfield Zoo
Any Location, IL
Job Description
Join the PRIDE at Brookfield Zoo Chicago, a leader in animal welfare and conservation. The Animal Ambassador Program allows guests to get up-close views and personal experiences with amazing animals. This is a union full-time hourly position, grade U640 with a pay rate of $29.88/hour.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in a relevant biological field
  • High school diploma or educational equivalent
  • Successful completion of Assistant Animal Care Specialist probationary period
  • Practical principles of animal behavior and the ability to work with live animals safely
  • Knowledge of natural history, zoology, and general animal behavior and husbandry
  • Solid interpersonal skills
  • Ability to learn and integrate information, knowledge, and direction quickly
  • Good decision-making skills
  • Ability to perceive and act upon relevant changes in animal behaviors and conditions
  • Ability to accurately and proficiently perform assigned routines and specialized procedures
  • Ability to take initiative in identifying and solving problems
  • Ability to work with minimal supervision
  • Computer proficiency with Microsoft Suite (Outlook, Word), Microsoft 365, ZIMS or similar
  • Cultural competency
  • Ability to read, write and speak the English language at a professional working proficiency
  • Valid driver's license

Benefits

  • Vacation time
  • Personal Convenience Days
  • Sick Leave
  • Holidays
  • Medical Insurance
  • Retirement Savings
  • Employer-Paid Income Protection
  • Group Accident Insurance
  • Group Critical Illness Insurance
  • Identity Theft Protection
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