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The Buffalo Zoo Invites you to apply for the following positions
Seasonal part-time job opportunities
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Full Time Job Opportunities
TWO ANIMAL CARE SPECIALIST OPENINGS!
Full-time positions – Education Department
The Buffalo Zoo is seeking outgoing, enthusiastic and experienced individuals to work in a team atmosphere caring for and training the Education Department’s growing collection of program animals. Housed in the Education Department and in the new Delta Sonic Heritage Farm, these animals are central to directly educating Zoo patrons about wildlife and domestic animals. The positions also require individuals to help develop and conduct programming in the Heritage Farm and assist with seasonal animal demonstrations/shows during the Zoo’s peak season. Staff members report directly to the Animal Care Supervisor within the Education Department.
Successful candidates must possess:
Education (Minimum Needed):
- Four year degree in zoo/animal-related science or two-year degree plus equivalent experience.
Experience (Minimum Needed):
- Six months animal handling, husbandry and training experience.
- Experience with domestic farm animals and a wide variety of small exotics preferred.
- Six months of teaching/public speaking experience to diverse audiences or equivalent experience.
Special Skills:
- Well developed communication skills.
- Outgoing, enthusiastic personality
- Ability to lift at least 70 lbs.
- Ability to work as a team member with Zoo Education Dept. staff.
- Working knowledge of personal computers and software applications preferred.
- Experience with multiple vehicle types (trucks, vans, tractors, etc.) preferred.
Other:
- Must have valid NYS driver’s license and have an average or better driving record.
- May be required to work weekends and holidays as required.
Send resume, cover letter and salary requirements by 1/22/10 to:
Attn: Curator of Education
Buffalo Zoo
300 Parkside Avenue
Buffalo, NY 14214-1999
Or email to:
tvanderwerf@buffalozoo.org
ONSITE PROGRAMS SPECIALIST
Full-time position – Sunday-Thursday schedule
The Buffalo Zoo is seeking a creative, outgoing and enthusiastic environmental educator to coordinate and/or instruct specified on-site, fee-based educational programs including seasonal zoo camps, pre-school programs, scout programs, and birthday parties at the Buffalo Zoo. This position is secondarily responsible for overseeing overnight programs. This staff member reports directly to the Curator of Education.
Successful candidates must possess:
Education (Minimum Needed):
- Bachelor’s degree in a zoo-related science and/or education or Associate’s degree and equivalent experience.
Experience (Minimum Needed):
- Minimum six months teaching/public speaking or equivalent to wide range of audiences
- Curriculum development experience.
- Management experience preferred.
- Animal handling experience preferred.
Special Skills:
- Well developed writing, organizational and communication skills.
- Working knowledge of personal computers and software applications preferred.
Other:
- May be required to work evenings, weekends and holidays as required.
Send resume, cover letter and salary requirements by 1/15/10 to:
Attn: Curator of Education
Buffalo Zoo
300 Parkside Avenue
Buffalo, NY 14214-1999
Or email to
tvanderwerf@buffalozoo.org
Part Time Job Opportunities
Retail Assistant Manager Part Time
Individual responsible for daily operation of high volume Guest Relation Unit, including gift shop, admissions, rides and parking. Duties include staff supervision, scheduling, cash management, inventory maintenance and control and providing resolution to guest service issues while maintaining the highest possible standard of customer service.
Minimum 3 years experience in supervisory retail-oriented position. Must have exceptional communication skills, be multi-tasked oriented and available to work weekends and holidays. EOE send resume and salary requirements of Buffalo Zoo, 300
Parkside Ave Buffalo NY 14214. No phone calls please
HOW TO APPLY FOR EMPLOYMENT
When possible, the Zoo will fill job vacancies with qualified internal candidates. As necessary, vacant positions will be advertised in the newspaper, on the Buffalo Zoo web-site and in selected professional publications.
Individuals interested in employment with the Zoo may obtain an application by contacting the Zoo at (716) 837-3900 Ext. 100 or applications may be obtained at the General Admissions Gate or the Switchboard or
DOWNLOAD EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION HERE.
Completed applications/resumes may be mailed to the Buffalo Zoo (Att: Human Resources Dept.) at 300 Parkside Avenue, Buffalo, NY 14214 or returned to the General Admissions Gate.
All applications and resumes will be held on file for one year. These applications/resumes will be reviewed if an appropriate position becomes available.
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
The Buffalo Zoo is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in its employment decisions on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, disability, veteran status, genetic predisposition, carrier status, sexual orientation, and all other categories covered under federal and local law.
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