Seasonal Resident Wildlife Keeper May 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
Seasonal Resident Wildlife Keeper assists with the care of the resident wildlife animals at the DuPage Wildlife Conservation Center at Willowbrook Forest Preserve.
What Youll Do
- Provide daily care for resident wildlife including feeding watering cleaning and monitoring health.
- Monitor animal behavior and assist with enclosure maintenance including replacement of furniture and perches and providing enrichment.
- Assist with behavioral training of resident wildlife.
- Assist with guided tours as needed.
- Foster a working environment that promotes safe work habits that supports a clean organized and hazard-free camp environment.
- Deliver excellent customer service and support a positive team-oriented workplace.
What Youll Need
- 16 years of age or older at time of hire.
- 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
- Schedule will be 4-to-10-hour days; one weekend day and three weekdays per week
- Expected start date is from May 2026 through October 2026
- $16.00 to $17.00 per hour
Work Setting
- Based at DuPage Wildlife Conservation Center at Willowbrook Forest Preserve
- Requires working indoors and outdoors. Exposure to all weather conditions wildlife including insects birds reptiles and small mammals.
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.
