Top 18 Wildlife Jobs in Brookfield, Il

Primates - Animal Care Specialist (Seasonal)
Brookfield Zoo Chicago —Brookfield, IL
- $15.90 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- 18 years or older
- High school diploma or GED
- Driver's License
- Retirement plan
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Animal Keeper-McCormick Birdhouse
Lincoln Park Zoological Society —Chicago, IL
- $31.06 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Clean driving record
- Current TB test
- Word processing
- Free parking
- 403(b) matching
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ANIMAL CARE SPECIALIST- ADOPTIONS
Anti-Cruelty —Chicago, IL
- $19 - $23 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- High school diploma or GED
- Mentoring
- Communication skills
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ACP Admin - Vice President of Animal Care & Conservation
Brookfield Zoo Chicago —Brookfield, IL
- $139,265.31 - $154,932.65 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Word processing
- English
- Master's degree
- AD&D insurance
- Paid holidays
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Wildlife Control Technician/Sales
Quick Kill Exterminating Co. —Wheeling, IL
- $50,000 - $60,000 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- Sales
- No experience needed
- 401(k)
- Paid time off
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Conservation Planner
Openlands —Chicago, IL
- $65,000 - $70,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Google Workspace
- Mid-level
- Office
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
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Wildlife Technician
Terminix —Downers Grove, IL
- $20 - $26 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Residential
- Driver's License
- Outdoor work
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
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Environment Illinois Campaign Associate
Environment America —Chicago, IL
- $38,250 - $39,500 a year
- Full-time
- Management
- Writing skills
- Public speaking
- Commuter assistance
- Disability insurance
Conservation Ecologist - Keller Science Action Center
The Field Museum —Chicago, IL
- $62,000 - $70,000 a year
- Online Application
- Spanish
- Google Workspace
- English
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
Manager of Plant Records and Horticulture Programs
Lincoln Park Zoological Society —Chicago, IL
- $55,000 - $59,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Clean driving record
- Word processing
- Public speaking
- Free parking
- 403(b) matching
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Conservation Ecologist - Keller Science Action Center
Field Museum —Chicago, IL
- $62,000 - $70,000 a year
- Online Application
- Hybrid work
- Senior level
- 4 years
- Communication skills
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Interpretive Naturalist
Naperville Park District —Naperville, IL
- $19 an hour
- Part-time
- 18 years or older
- CPR Certification
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
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Natural Areas Restoration Technician
PARK DIST OF HIGHLAND PARK —Highland Park, IL
- $28.37 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- CPR Certification
- Microsoft Excel
- Customer service
- Wellness program
- Paid parental leave
4d
Field Ecologist II-III
V3 Companies —Woodridge, IL
- $23 - $30 an hour
- Full-time
- 5 years
- Office
- CDL
- Health savings account
- Paid holidays
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Director, Environmental & Permitting
Linea Energy —Chicago, IL
- $0 a year
- Full-time
- 5 years
- Master's degree
- Bachelor's degree
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Little Company Of Mary Hospital —Evergreen Park, IL
- $260,000 a year
- 12 hour shift
- Acute care
- Hospital
- Inpatient
- Disability insurance
- Dental insurance
Veterinarian
Veterinary Practice Partners —Joliet, IL
- $90,000 - $130,000 a year
- Part-time
- Mid-level
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Primates - Animal Care Specialist (Seasonal)

Brookfield Zoo Chicago -
Brookfield, IL

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Job Details

Seasonal
$15.90 an hour
10 days ago

Benefits

Retirement plan

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED
Driver's License
Emergency response procedures

Full Job Description

Join the PRIDE and Brookfield Zoo Chicago’s mission to ignite emotional connections with wildlife that spark conservation action while leading vital programs to protect endangered species. Our beautiful 235-acre campus offers a living classroom that is home to over 3,500 animals representing 500 species. Brookfield Zoo Chicago is embarking on a groundbreaking, ambitious Next Century Plan to achieve our vision. It is the beginning of an exciting transformative journey!

In the Summer 2025, Bramsen Tropical Forests opened, an unprecedented habitat for Primates emulating the natural homes of primates around the world including spider monkeys, orangutans, and Western lowland gorillas. Tropic World is a unique building home to squirrel monkeys, white cheeked gibbons, colobus monkeys, and red-tailed guenons.

The Seasonal Animal Care Specialist - Primates contributes to the success of Brookfield Zoo Chicago (“BZC”) by providing general high-quality care for the welfare of the collection and performing related work of maintaining buildings, grounds, and interpretives in assigned area under close supervision. Informs, assists, and directs guests as necessary to provide a great guest experience.

This Seasonal Animal Care Specialist Primate position will predominately focus on diet preparation, enrichment preparation and cleaning exhibits areas.

This is a seasonal union hourly position, grade U710 with a pay rate of $15.90 per hour. Benefit information is below the job description details.

Preferred animal experience: Diverse experience caring for and exhibiting a wide variety of primates in a zoo setting preferred with ape experience desirable. Understanding of zoo-based conservation and breeding programs also desirable.

PRIMARY JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions of the position.

*Cleans animal enclosures, pools, and service areas as assigned.
*Prepares and distributes food as directed.
*Observes assigned animals closely, routinely, and objectively reports to supervisor on their behavior, health, and welfare. Observes condition of assigned area(s), animal enclosures, and equipment. Keeps animal records as assigned.
*Performs routines of assigned areas and specialized procedures as directed.
*Communicates with and assists guests. Takes initiative to facilitate guests’ appreciation of animals and enjoyment of their zoo visit.
*Demonstrates knowledge of and implements BZC-wide and area emergency procedures as directed.
*Monitors and cleans public space(s), plants, and interpretives as assigned. Reports maintenance needs timely. Performs minor maintenance tasks as assigned.
*Monitors visitors to ensure animal and human safety and protection of park property.
*Studies specific reference materials about animals in assigned area. Reads other zoological and husbandry texts as assigned.
Other related duties as assigned.
Denotes Essential Job Function(s)

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

High school graduate or GED equivalent required.
Incumbent must possess an understanding of practical principles of animal behavior and ability to work with live animals safely.
Must be a minimum of 18 years of age.
Good interpersonal and communications skills. Must be able to interact in a courteous and professional manner.
Knowledge of natural history, zoology, or animal husbandry preferred.
Must be capable of dealing with emergencies calmly and efficiently.
Must be reliable.
Must be able to learn and integrate information, knowledge, and direction quickly.
English fluency at a professional working proficiency.
Cultural proficiency; experience and/or ability to work and interact effectively with a diverse, multicultural audience.
Valid driver’s license required at time of hire. Illinois residents must possess a valid Illinois driver’s license or obtain one within 90 days of hire. Valid out-of-state driver’s license is required for out-of-state residents.

DESIRABLE/PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor's degree or college coursework in relevant biological field or equivalent combination of training and experience preferred.
Minimum six months animal care facility, farm, kennel, or equivalent animal experience preferred.
Multilingual ability, Spanish fluency a plus

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
This is a temporary position with rotating shifts, including weekends, holidays, and evenings.

Incumbent is expected to acquire general knowledge about Brookfield Zoo Chicago, gain an understanding of the mission, vision, and values, and become familiar with and follow policies and procedures, including emergency procedures. Incumbent is responsible for the care and proper use of equipment and property. Incumbent is responsible for the safety of guests, animals, employees, interns, volunteers, etc., as instructed. Must be alert to hazards and potential hazards and take action to remedy or report these timely as appropriate. Primary contacts include BZC staff, professional associates, volunteers, interns, and guests. Incumbent must possess a genuine interest in animals and their welfare. Must work cooperatively and follow appropriate communication channels. Must possess ability to adjust quickly to changes, and represent BZC in a professional manner at all times.

Animal Care Specialists are frequently subjected to potential hazards that include direct contact with or close proximity to live animals. Animal Care Specialists positions are physically demanding, and employees may be subjected to a variety of physical demands and environmental factors and exposures. Incumbents may be required to undergo physical examinations, including vaccinations, inoculations, blood tests, or other such testing or procedures as may be required by law or deemed reasonably necessary. This job description contains the primary duties and responsibilities of the position, but in no way implies that these are the only duties the employee may ever be called upon to perform.

OCCUPATIONAL REQUIREMENTS: Please see Occupational Requirements form.

This is a seasonal union hourly position, grade U710 with a pay rate of $15.90 per hour.

Benefits Summary

We are pleased that you are considering joining our team at Brookfield Zoo Chicago (BZC). Below is a summary of the benefits we offer for a seasonal union hourly position.

Union Seasonal Employees
Retirement Savings: Eligible employees are automatically enrolled at 6% on a pre-tax basis as soon as administratively feasible following date of hire. Employee Pre-tax and/or Roth after-tax contributions available. First of the quarter following one year of service, eligible employees receive matching contributions of up to 3%. The employer match for Seasonal employees is vested on a 6-year graded vesting schedule based on Years of Service.

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Brookfield Zoo Chicago is open 363 days each year. Work schedules vary with each position. This position may require the ability to work a non-traditional schedule on-site that may include holidays, weekends, mornings and/or evenings.
The mission of Brookfield Zoo Chicago is to inspire conservation leadership by connecting people to wildlife and nature. Accredited by the Association of Zoos & Aquariums, American Humane, and the Alliance of Marine Mammal Parks and Aquariums. Brookfield Zoo Chicago is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Please note that portions of our recruitment and selection process may involve the support of AI tools to help ensure efficiency and consistency.

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