QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
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.
Education and work experience
- College degree in a zoology-related field preferred.
- At least 1-2 years ACP experience in either work experience or internship preferred.
Skills and Knowledge
- Ability to multi-task, coordinate with others and meet deadlines.
- Ability to think critically and demonstrated time-management skills.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Willingness to participate in presentations and public speaking.
- Knowledge of the Microsoft Office.
- Strong organizational skills with strong attention to detail.
Desirable qualities
- Strong interest in advancing the conservation missions of zoos and aquariums.
- High self-motivation and a detail-oriented work ethic.
- Professional, positive, and enthusiastic demeanor.
Other Requirements:
- Must have current negative TB test and rabies titer and provide documentation, or be willing to have a TB test and rabies titer.
- Must be First Aid/CPR certified or willing to be trained and certified.
- Must be willing to travel locally. Must have a current valid drivers license with no prior traffic violations (within the last five years).
POSITION TYPE AND HOURS OF WORK
- Full time
- Schedule varies between weekdays and weekends. Weekend work required as well as occasional evening work 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, neurodiverse 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.
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 $15.60/hour.