Seasonal Rehab Wildlife Keeper 2026
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Job Location:
Glen Ellyn, IL - USA
Hourly Salary:
USD 16 - 17
Posted on:
08-11-2025
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
The Seasonal Rehab Wildlife Keeper assists in the care of sick orphaned and injured wildlife at the DuPage Wildlife Conservation Center at Willowbrook Forest Preserve as well as assists in the release of successfully rehabilitated animals.
What Youll Do
- Provide daily care for rehabilitating wildlife including feeding watering cleaning and monitoring health.
- Assist with enclosure maintenance including replacement of furniture and perches and providing enrichment.
- Clean and disinfect equipment including cages towels and dishes
- Keep neat and accurate records including progress notes for patient animals
- Foster a working environment that promotes safe work habits; Keep work area clean orderly and free of hazards
- Maintain a supportive working environment and demonstrate a desire to exceed the expectations of internal and external customers.
What Youll Need
- 18 years of age or older at time of hire.
- Valid Drivers License in good standing.
- 1 year of previous experience in animal care or handling preferred.
- Must have and maintain Illinois Mandated Reporter certification or obtain upon hire.
- Basic knowledge of animal behavior.
- Basic knowledge of animal training and care practices.
- Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks.
Schedule & Pay
- This position has two different durations of employment.
- One position can work up to 22 weeks from April 15 2026 to October 15 2026.
- One position can work up to15 weeks from May 1 2026 to Sept 1 2026.
- Schedule is 40 hours per week 4 to 10 hour days. This can include weekends.
- $16.00 to $17.00 per hour
- District uniform shirts are provided
Work Setting
- Based DuPage Wildlife Conservation Center at Willowbrook Forest Preserve
- Requires working indoors and outdoors and exposure to all weather conditions wildlife including insects birds reptiles and small mammals. Requires occasionally maneuvering large objects such as logs and cages.
Apply Today
Follow the link to apply directly and be considered for the position.
Additional information about the position and job duties can be found in the attached job description or on our website.
The Forest Preserve District of DuPage County is an equal opportunity employer.
Key Skills
- Order Picking
- Transportation Management
- Inventory Control
- Forklift
- Taleo
- Military Experience
- Warehouse Experience
- Warehouse Distribution Experience
- Hi-Lo Experience
- Reach Truck
- Logistics
- Aviation Experience
About Company
Discover DuPage County's forest preserves and connect with nature through trails, programs, and events. Help shape the future by taking our survey and supporting conservation efforts.
