What are the responsibilities and job description for the Seasonal Wildlife Sanctuary Animal Keeper position at City of Green Bay?
Salary
$14.28 - $16.32 Hourly
Location
Green Bay, WI
Job Type
Seasonal
Job Number
202400124
Department
PRF Seasonal
Division
Wildlife Sanctuary - Seasonal
Opening Date
12/27/2024
Responsible for performing maintenance work of animal exhibits and live animal care and rehabilitation.
Examples of Duties
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Ability to perform the following activities
There are no benefits associated with this position.
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For purposes of conducting a background check, please list your birth date (month/day/year) and social security number.
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For purposes of conducting a background check, please list your LEGAL name (first, middle, last) and any former names (maiden, etc.).
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For purposes of conducting a background check, please list your driver's license number. If you do not have a driver's license, please list N/A.
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For purposes of conducting a background check, please list any previous addresses you have had in the last 5 years including addresses that have been out of state during the last 5 years.
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Describe your experience working with animals.
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Describe your experience with live animal programs.
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Are you uncomfortable handling any particular kind of animal? List those animals.
08
This position may have contact with the public. Describe your customer service experience.
09
This position will work weekends and holidays as the Wildlife Sanctuary is open every day year round. Are you available to work weekends and holidays?
I certify that all information I have provided is correct. I understand that falsification of information or omissions from this application may result in disqualification or removal from a volunteer position. I understand that the information provided will be used to conduct a criminal background check.
Have you been convicted of a felony?
Required Question
$14.28 - $16.32 Hourly
Location
Green Bay, WI
Job Type
Seasonal
Job Number
202400124
Department
PRF Seasonal
Division
Wildlife Sanctuary - Seasonal
Opening Date
12/27/2024
- Description
- Benefits
- Questions
Responsible for performing maintenance work of animal exhibits and live animal care and rehabilitation.
Examples of Duties
- Cleans cages, pens, yards, transport cages, displays, aquaria, and incubators for all animals and birds.
- Feeds and waters exhibit animals and birds. Picks up food and processes carcasses for feed.
- Exercises animals and handles animals as needed for education programs.
- Administers daily care to sick, injured, and orphaned wildlife, including dispensing medicine.
- Repairs and maintains holding facility and display construction.
- Oversees onsite animal care volunteers and interns; oversees cashiers and maintenance persons in Observation Building.
- Maintains records and files of animal husbandry.
- Presents wildlife interpretation and education tours and programs utilizing live animals, taxidermy mounts and skins, slides, films, etc.
- Follows all policies, procedures, and the philosophy that is set forth by the City of Green Bay Parks, Recreation, & Forestry Department.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- Two years of course work at a college, university, or technical school in Zoology or closely related field.
- Experience in Farm or 4H courses and projects desirable.
- Valid driver's license and good driving record.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- Some knowledge of principles and practices of animal husbandry and skill in handling animals.
- Some skills in directing volunteer workers.
- Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing. Ability to establish effective relationships with staff, volunteers, and general public. Ability to work the required hours of the position.
Ability to perform the following activities
- Lifting and carrying up to 30 pounds.
- Frequent walking, standing, bending, twisting, squatting, crouching, and kneeling.
- Occasional sitting, climbing, pushing, and pulling.
- Ability to work in varied environmental conditions.
There are no benefits associated with this position.
01
For purposes of conducting a background check, please list your birth date (month/day/year) and social security number.
02
For purposes of conducting a background check, please list your LEGAL name (first, middle, last) and any former names (maiden, etc.).
03
For purposes of conducting a background check, please list your driver's license number. If you do not have a driver's license, please list N/A.
04
For purposes of conducting a background check, please list any previous addresses you have had in the last 5 years including addresses that have been out of state during the last 5 years.
05
Describe your experience working with animals.
06
Describe your experience with live animal programs.
07
Are you uncomfortable handling any particular kind of animal? List those animals.
08
This position may have contact with the public. Describe your customer service experience.
09
This position will work weekends and holidays as the Wildlife Sanctuary is open every day year round. Are you available to work weekends and holidays?
- Yes
- No
I certify that all information I have provided is correct. I understand that falsification of information or omissions from this application may result in disqualification or removal from a volunteer position. I understand that the information provided will be used to conduct a criminal background check.
- Yes
- No
Have you been convicted of a felony?
Required Question
Salary : $14 - $16
