What are the responsibilities and job description for the Interpreter position at Indianapolis Zoo?
From presenting animal chats and feeding demonstrations, to facilitating Dolphin Meet and Greet programs, and helping guests to learn more about all there is to experience at the Zoo, it takes an energetic, passionate individual to be a Zoo Seasonal Exhibit Interpreter!
Ideal candidates are committed to advancing the Zoo's mission to protect nature and inspire people to care for our world.
Displaying a professional, positive, respectful, cooperative, and enthusiastic attitude to all guests, volunteers, and coworkers is vital to this position.
The ability to communicate ideas in an engaging verbal manner is required for the position. Prior experience working with the public, especially children in a formal or informal educational institution is highly desirable.
Position Requirements and Experience :
- Ability to work outdoors and indoors under all environmental conditions and temperatures.
- Effective communication skills to respond to difficult controversial questions appropriately.
- Electronic media / technology, computer and word processing abilities preferred.
- Possesses excellent public speaking skills.
- Possess strong problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work independently.
- Ability to assess situations, use good procedure / judgment and follow through.
- Strong organizational and communication skills are required.
- Working knowledge of interpretive techniques.
To apply :
Last updated : 2024-05-15
