Top 24 Wildlife Jobs in Downers Grove, Il

Interpretive Naturalist
Naperville Park District —Naperville, IL
- $19 an hour
- Part-time
- 18 years or older
- CPR Certification
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
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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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
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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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
Temp Animal Care Specialist (Mon-Friday)
Shedd Aquarium —Chicago, IL
- $20 an hour
- Temporary
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Driver's License
- Wellness program
- 401(k)
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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
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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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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Temp Animal Care Specialist (Tues-Sat)
Shedd Aquarium —Chicago, IL
- $20 an hour
- Temporary
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Driver's License
- Wellness program
- 401(k)
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3d
Temp Animal Care Specialist - Galleries
Shedd Aquarium —Chicago, IL
- $20 an hour
- Temporary
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Driver's License
- Wellness program
- 401(k)
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3d
Veterinary Assistant/Technician
Niles Animal Hospital and Bird Medical Center —Niles, IL
- $15 - $23 an hour
- Full-time
- In-person
- Entry level
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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1d
Manager of Horticulture Operations
Lincoln Park Zoological Society —Chicago, IL
- $56,000 - $61,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Clean driving record
- Sanitation
- Public speaking
- Free parking
- 403(b) matching
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Exotic Veterinary Technician
Ness Exotic Wellness Center —Lisle, IL
- From $18 an hour
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Math
- Cleaning
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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13d
Veterinary Services Manager
Ceva —Chicago, IL
- Evenings as needed
- Microsoft Word
- 5 years
- Public speaking
- Vision insurance
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Ecological Restoration Crew Leader - FPDDC
The Pizzo Group —Saint Charles, IL
- $25 - $30 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- CPR Certification
- Mid-level
- Travel reimbursement
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Veterinarian
Niles Animal Hospital and Bird Medical Center —Niles, IL
- $85,000 - $120,000 a year
- Part-time
- Surgery
- In-person
- Entry level
- Continuing education credits
- Health insurance
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Veterinarian
Veterinary Practice Partners —Joliet, IL
- $90,000 - $130,000 a year
- Part-time
- Mid-level
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Veterinarian, Full-time
Anderson Humane —South Elgin, IL
- $120,000 - $180,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Mid-level
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Medical-surgical
- Continuing education credits
- AD&D insurance
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Interpretive Naturalist

Naperville Park District -
Naperville, IL

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Job Details

Part-time
$19 an hour

Qualifications

CPR Certification
Bachelor's degree
First Aid Certification
Educational program planning
Community relationship building
AED Certification

Full Job Description

Overview:

Under the direct supervision of the Nature Center Manager, the Interpretive Naturalist assists with the operation of the Knoch Knolls Nature Center and the system wide delivery of the District's environmental programming.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Provide an exceptional customer service experience and promote District services and facilities by assisting customers on the phone and in person.
Successfully process point of sale items. Successfully balance receipts, reconcile transactions, and prepare weekend bank deposits.
Ensure confidential use of customer information, including credit card transactions.
Develop and evaluate environmental education curriculum, prepare materials and supplies, instruct youth, camp, school, scout, and adult programs, and plan and support special events.
Lead interpretive programs and create exhibits at the Knoch Knolls Nature Center and other District facilities.
Communicate effectively with participants, guardians, and staff regarding rule infractions, questions, or concerns.
Provide care for live animals including feeding and tank cleaning.
Work closely with related staff to achieve the goals and objectives of the environmental education programs.
Build and maintain working relationships with the Conservation Foundation, forest preserve districts, schools, and other community groups.
Maintain and organize inventory of program equipment and supplies. Report inventory in need of replacement to the Nature Center Manager.
Maintain on-going open communication and notify the supervisor of situations regarding the operation of the program such as broken equipment, equipment shortages, and facility damage.
Record and communicate any difficult situations or behaviors to the Nature Center Manager.
Provide guidance and direction to Nature Center Assistant and/or volunteers assisting with projects or programs.
Monitor weather conditions before, during, and after programs to ensure the safety of participants and staff.

Other Duties and Responsibilities:

Respond to all customer comments and inquiries in a timely fashion.
Work in conjunction with staff to complete referrals to WDSRA and work with WDSRA staff to develop program plans for participants with special needs.
Ensure that program areas are left neat and clean after each use and that materials and equipment are returned.
Seek, interpret, and act upon input from residents and the public.
Distribute written communication as necessary or requested.
Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Working knowledge and experience pertaining to wildlife, natural history, and local flora and fauna.
Ability to create innovative nature programs for audiences of all ages.
Ability to share natural and cultural history information in a relevant manner with an audience or individual.
Demonstrated ability to care for live animals and comfortable with live animals, including snakes, turtles, fish, salamanders and insects.
Ability to work independently in day-to-day operations with general direction from supervisor.
Ability to display professionalism with patrons.
Ability to address complaints and resolve concerns.
Working knowledge of basic computer software including Microsoft platform.

Education and Experience:

Bachelor's degree in Interpretation, Environmental Education, Natural Sciences, or related field.
Minimum three (3) years of experience developing and presenting environmental education or nature programming, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Possession of, or ability to obtain, First Aid, CPR, and AED certification within two (2) months of hire.

Special Considerations:

Must be at least 18 years old.
Subject to office and outside environmental conditions.
Subject to modified/flexible work schedules including weekends and evenings.
Ability to lift, carry, and/or move objects weighing 30 lbs. on a weekly basis. Lifting assistance is required when lifting > 30 lbs.
Regular onsite attendance is an essential function of this position.

Benefits

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Hiring Rate: $19.00/hr

To be considered for this position, interested individuals must complete the online application accessible at
www.napervilleparks.org/employment. Materials submitted through mail, email, or fax will not be considered

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wildlife jobs in downers grove, il

Interpretive Naturalist

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