Insect Zoo Positions
Send Resume and Cover Letter to:
Oregon Zoo, Education Division
4001 SW Canyon Road
Portland OR 97221
or fax to: 503-220-5712
Position Summary:
Assist with the care of animals, public programming and supervision of youth volunteers at the Insect Zoo.
Minimum requirements:
Must be at least 16 years old and have experience in public presentations and working with children. Must have an interest in invertebrates.
Type of Position & Compensation:
Part-time Temporary position. Weekend work required.
Pay rate is $7.25/hour.
Required knowledge skills and abilities:
" Ability to communicate effectively
" Ability to provide direction to youth volunteers
" Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with employees, volunteers and the public
" Knowledge of arthropods is helpful.
Responsibilities:
" Ensure the safety of all staff, volunteers, visitors and animals
" Facilitate the daily operation of the Insect Zoo
" Work cooperatively with all Zoo staff to ensure the success of the Insect Zoo
" Help to further science education and an appreciation of all animals
" Support all Zoo and Metro policies
" Work to promote the Zoo as an educational environment
" Help to create valued and meaningful roles for ZooTeens
" Create a supportive atmosphere for ZooTeens.
Specific Duties:
" Responsible for some aspects of the seasonal operation of the Insect Zoo, as assigned by the Insect Zoo Coordinator or Insect Zoo Assistant Coordinator
" Assist with the supervision of volunteers
" Work with Animal Care staff to ensure the proper animal care techniques are practiced
" Assist with the development of new exhibits and the educational message of each.
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Position Summary:
Assist with the coordination of animal care, staffing and public programming at the Insect Zoo.
Minimum requirements:
High school diploma or GED with one year experience working with the public; or any combination of education and experience, which would provide the candidate with the desired skills, knowledge and ability required to perform the job. Post-secondary education in science or education is desirable.
Type of Position & Compensation:
Full-time Temporary position. Some weekend work may be required.
Pay rate is $9/hour.
Required knowledge skills and abilities:
" Ability to communicate effectively
" Ability to provide direction to youth volunteers
" Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with employees, volunteers and the public
" Knowledge of arthropods is helpful.
Responsibilities:
" Ensure the safety of all staff, volunteers, visitors and animals
" Facilitate the daily operation of the Insect Zoo
" Work cooperatively with all Zoo staff to ensure the success of the Insect Zoo
" Support all Zoo and Metro policies
" Work to promote the Zoo as an educational environment
" Help to create valued and meaningful roles for ZooTeens
" Create a supportive atmosphere that provides ZooTeens a chance to grow as individuals
" Help to further science education and career exploration opportunities.
Specific Duties:
" Responsible for some aspects of the seasonal operation of the Insect Zoo, as assigned by the Insect Zoo Coordinator
" Assist with the supervision of Insect Zoo Assistants and volunteers
" Work with Animal Care staff to ensure the proper animal care techniques are practiced.
Responsible To:
The Insect Zoo Assistant Coordinator is supervised by the Insect Zoo Coordinator.
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