QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENT
The Birmingham Zoo recognizes that skills and knowledge come from both formal and informal experiences including education, paid work, volunteer service, and life experience. Those who meet the majority of the requirements for a position are encouraged to apply.
- High School Degree or GED.
- Must have ability to foster teamwork within and across teams.
- Must have a current valid driver’s license with no prior traffic violations within the last five years.
- Must be First aid/CPR certified, or willing to be certified.
- Flexibility and the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously and meet frequent deadlines.
- Understanding and appreciation for BZIs mission.
POSITION TYPE AND HOURS OF WORK
- Full time.
- Weekdays and weekends are required.
- Occasional evening hours (during special events) and holidays.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Birmingham Zoo is dedicated to creating a global community where all people value wildlife and wild places. As a workplace, the Zoo is guided by its core values: Passion, Excellence, Teamwork, Sustainability, and Diversity & Inclusion.
Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC) and others who identify as nonwhite, people with disabilities, members of the LGBTQIA+ community, neurodivergent individuals, and those with diverse lived experiences are encouraged to apply for this role. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties and functions of this position.
Birmingham Zoo is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected status or any other characteristic protected by law.
APPLICATION PROCESS
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
If selected, a background check and drug test will be conducted prior to beginning employment.
Birmingham Zoo Inc. is a not-for-profit entity. The rate of pay for this position is $13.00/hour.
