Professional Aide

Position Summary(Basic Job Function)

This is a temporary or an on-call position. Provides professional support. Responsibilities may include general business, science, medical, agricultural or other professional support functions. Term: Temps can work two (2) nine (9) month terms with a week break in service in between and at the end of the second term terminate for three (3) months or switch to an on-call. On-Call allowed to work 1039 hours in any twelve (12) month period.

Unit Position Summary

Animal Care
Employee will gain husbandry experience of waterfowl, upland game-bird, and birds of prey.  These duties may include but are not limited to:

• Feed and monitor flock health and welfare
• Daily cleaning of animal habitats and holding areas
• Animal enrichment
• Proper capture and handling techniques
• Veterinary procedures and exams
• Habitat maintenance & renovation
• Raptor training & glove handling animal ambassadors

 

Visitor Interaction and Public Engagement
Employee will interact with guests during daily scheduled hours and special events.

• Monitors guests to ensure animal and human safety and protection of Sanctuary property
• Responds to guest questions on the phone and in person
• Creating content and posting to social media
• Assists in educational programming, store coverage and cash register use as needed and when schedule allows

Desired Qualifications

• Studies and/or previous experience including wildlife biology, ecology, biology, zoology, animal science, natural sciences, or related field.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs
• Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions
• Good communication skills, computer skills desirable

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.

Required Application Materials

Please provide a Resume and 3 references

Work Hours

Weekend work hours are required.

Website

kbs.msu.edu

Summary of Health Risks

Position requires working with animals and outside.