Rehab Wildlife Keeper Intermittent
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Job Location:
Glen Ellyn, IL - USA
Hourly Salary:
USD 19 - 20
Posted on:
15 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
The Rehab Wildlife Keeper position provides care and coordination for sick orphaned and injured wildlife at the DuPage Wildlife Conservation Center. Working closely with veterinary staff volunteers and the public this role supports wildlife rehabilitation efforts promotes animal welfare and contributes to the health of local wildlife populations and ecosystems.
What Youll Do
- Provide daily care for captive wildlife including proper housing diet preparation enrichment and monitoring overall well-being.
- Observe and assess animal behavior and health documenting changes and reporting concerns to veterinary staff.
- Support clinical operations by assisting veterinary staff with examinations treatments and rehabilitation activities.
- Train guide and support staff and volunteers in wildlife care handling and rehabilitation protocols.
- Coordinate and carry out wildlife release activities including evaluation banding transport and selection of appropriate release sites.
- Inspect animal enclosures regularly and perform routine maintenance and minor repairs to ensure safe secure environments.
- Maintain supplies and equipment needed for animal husbandry and rehabilitation operations.
- Complete administrative and recordkeeping tasks including maintaining accurate electronic medical records.
- Provide educational information about native wildlife to visitors volunteers and community members.
- Promote a safe supportive work environment by following all safety procedures and supporting the districts safety and risk management programs.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
What Youll Need
- 18 years of age or older at the time of hire.
- High School Diploma/GED 1 - 3 years of related experience in wildlife animal care and rehabilitation or equivalent combination of education training and experience.
- Valid Drivers License in good standing.
- Must have and maintain CPR AED and First Aid Certification or obtain within 6 months (training provided).
- Must have and maintain Illinois Mandated Reporter certification or obtain upon hire (training provided).
- Experience with training other seasonal staff and volunteers.
- Ability to work independently and prioritize and manage multiple tasks.
- Knowledge of animal characteristics behavior and care.
- Knowledge of safe handling and restraining practices.
- Familiarity with observing and controlling a variety of wildlife.
- Knowledge of native wildlife species behavior and rehabilitation techniques.
- Ability to use of a variety of equipment and tools for maintenance of items.
- Effective in establishing and maintaining productive workplace relationships.
- Strong communication skills both verbal and written.
- Ability to maintain complete accurate and organized records.
Schedule & Pay
- This position works an average of 20 hours per week during the off season between Nov-Mar and 35 hours per week from Apr-Oct.
- Starting Pay: $19.58 20.78 per hour.
- District uniforms are provided.
Work Setting
- Based out of the DuPage Wildlife Conservation Center located in Glen Ellyn IL.
- This position largely works indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions. Frequent handling of animal wildlife is required.
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.
