Top 6 Fish wildlife service Jobs in Columbus

Wildlife Rehabilitation Technician
Ohio Wildlife Center —Powell, OH
- $17 - $18 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Background check
- Clean driving record
- Medication administration
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Ecological - Project Manager
Civil & Environmental Consultants, Inc. —Columbus, OH
- Full-time
- 5 years
- Office
- Bachelor's degree
- Profit sharing
- Disability insurance
Wildlife Rehabilitation Veterinary Technician (Certified RVT)
Ohio Wildlife Center —Powell, OH
- $21 - $22 an hour
- Part-time
- Background check
- Clean driving record
- Mid-level
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Environmental Project Manager (Electrical Transmission & Renewable Energy
Stantec —Columbus, OH
- Full-time
- Office
- Master's degree
- Bachelor's degree
Ecological Senior Project Manager
Civil & Environmental Consultants, Inc. —Columbus, OH
- Full-time
- 11+ years
- Master's degree
- Bachelor's degree
- Profit sharing
- Disability insurance
Sales Manager
The Lake Doctors, Inc. —Columbus, OH
- Full-time
- Clean driving record
- Pass drug screening
- Mid-level
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
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Wildlife Rehabilitation Technician

Ohio Wildlife Center -
Powell, OH

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Job Details

Full-time
$17 - $18 an hour
3 hours ago

Qualifications

Patient comfort
Outdoor work experience
Word processing
Spreadsheets
Driver's License
Exotic animal handling
Conflict management
Presentation creation
Productivity software
Wildlife conservation

Full Job Description

Ohio Wildlife Center Position Description

WILDLIFE REHABILITATOR TECHNICIAN

Position Type: Full Time (40 hours per week)

Location: Ohio Wildlife Center, Wildlife Rehabilitation Clinic

Reports to: Staff Supervisor and Operational Director

Summary: Wildlife rehabilitators are responsible for the care of injured, sick, or orphaned animals. Responsibilities include providing our patient animals with food, shelter, and medical attention until they’re healthy enough to be released back into their natural habitat.

Major Functions and Responsibilities

Wildlife rehabilitators have a wide range of responsibilities which can include:

Admission and triage of new wildlife patients
Administration of appropriate medications, treatments and therapies, including humane euthanasia when necessary
Observing animals’ behavior, interactions with each other, and reactions to stimuli in their environment in order to determine their best care plan
Cleaning and maintenance of wildlife areas and enclosures
Cleaning and maintenance of clinic stations including kitchen, reception, etc
Provide daily care of patients including preparation and distribution of appropriate diets and fresh water for patients
Regular health checks for patients (body condition, behavior, weight, etc)
Provide appropriate housing for wildlife patients
Maintaining detailed records of treatments and observations of each animal’s progress over time
Keep track of animal locations and dispositions using our preferred database
Identifying wildlife species
Understanding life history of wildlife patients and commitment to continued learning
Educating the public about wildlife conservation and safety measures to prevent injury from animals
Guide volunteers through foundation tasks, assist in delegating jobs when needed
Assists seasonal staff in orphan program management and support
Assist homecare with supply needs
Release preparation and assessment
Assist with release scheduling. This includes contacting presenters or property owners for permission, coordinating with volunteers, and marking on the calendars.
Other duties as assigned

Required Abilities and Skills

Excellent oral and written communications skills; including public speaking
Competency in basic word processing, spreadsheet, and presentation software
Experience in conflict resolution and strong creative problem-solving skills

Understanding of and commitment to the role and mission of Ohio Wildlife Center
Physically fit; able to lift 50 pounds and no aversion to inclement weather
Obtain rabies vaccinations (upon employment) and maintain titers
Clean background check, valid Ohio motor vehicle operator’s license and good driving record

Willingness to learn and uphold the laws of U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Ohio Division of Wildlife, and animal regulations of local municipalities
Maintain professional appearance (includes wearing appropriate, well-kept uniform)
Adhere to policies and operating standards of Ohio Wildlife Center
Positively promote Ohio Wildlife Center’s programs and services
Maintain positive attitude and public image at all times
Extensive knowledge of animal care to provide the best care for the animals. This includes knowing how to handle and feed different types of wildlife, how to provide them with medical care and how to keep them safe and comfortable in their rehabilitation space.
Strong communication skills with other professionals, such as veterinarians, to ensure the health of the animals they treat. They also communicate with the public to educate them about wildlife rehabilitation and to encourage them to report injured animals.
Ability to solve problems by researching solutions and implementing them.
Attention to details and organizational skills, as they often have many responsibilities and tasks to complete.
Adaptability as may be exposed to weather conditions that may change throughout the day as well as work with a variety of animals, some of which may be more challenging to care for than others.
Ability to work an untraditional schedule which may include weekends, evenings, and holidays as needed.

Necessary Knowledge and Experience

Bachelors or Associate degree in related field (e.g., wildlife management, zoology, biology) OR equivalent experience, desired
Extensive knowledge of general biology of native Ohio wildlife
Working knowledge and understanding of wildlife rehabilitation in Ohio
Minimum one year of animal care and husbandry experience

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements:

The following physical requirements must be met by a candidate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Employees are regularly required to use steps; stand on feet for up to four hours at a time; balance, stoop and kneel; lift and/or move 25 pounds and sit at a desk while using a keyboard. Position also requires employees to see, read, talk or hear; use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The employee is also frequently required to walk and reach with arms and hands. The employee is occasionally required to climb and lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and work outdoors in inclement weather. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

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