Top 9 Zoo Jobs in Amelia Island, Fl

WILD Engagement Assistant
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- $17.50 - $19.00 an hour
- Extended hours
- 18 years or older
- Public speaking
- English
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Photographer Sales Associate- Jacksonville Zoo
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- Part-time
- No experience needed
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- 16+ years old
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Mammal Care Specialist
Jacksonville Zoo and Botanical Gardens —Jacksonville, FL
- $17.30 an hour
- Extended hours
- Medication administration
- Research
- Mid-level
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Animal Health Coordinator
Jacksonville Zoo and Botanical Gardens —Jacksonville, FL
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- 18 years or older
- Clean driving record
- Microsoft Outlook
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Park Services Associate (Custodian, Housekeeping, Part-Time)
Jacksonville Zoo and Botanical Gardens —Jacksonville, FL
- $15 an hour
- 8 hour shift
- DOT physical examination
- Pass drug screening
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
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Horticulture Technician 1-Part Time
Jacksonville Zoo and Botanical Gardens —Jacksonville, FL
- $15 an hour
- Extended hours
- 18 years or older
- English
- High school diploma or GED
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Security Park Ranger (Customer Service, Public Safety, Security)
Jacksonville Zoo and Botanical Gardens —Jacksonville, FL
- $15 an hour
- 8 hour shift
- Customer service
- DOT physical examination
- Pass drug screening
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Facilities Maintenance Technician
Jacksonville Zoo and Botanical Gardens —Jacksonville, FL
- $17 an hour
- Construction site
- Mid-level
- Ability to climb stairs
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Certified Veterinary Technician
Jacksonville Zoo and Botanical Gardens —Jacksonville, FL
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- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Surgery
- Communication skills
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WILD Engagement Assistant

Jacksonville Zoo and Botanical Gardens
Jacksonville, FL

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Job Details

$17.50 - $19.00 an hour

Qualifications

Confidential information handling
Serving clients
In-person customer service
Employee relationship building
English
Company vehicle operation
High school diploma or GED
Inclusive leadership practices
Driver's License
Collaborative technology platforms
Productivity software
Video conferences (communication methods)
Community relationship building
Achieving project delivery timelines
Technical Proficiency

Full Job Description

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES

MENTORSHIP AND TRAINING

Act as a primary resource for team members and support decision-making during shifts.
Facilitate program operations, maintain records, coordinate events and activities, and ensure effective communication with stakeholders.
Effectively manage resources to meet project deadlines and quality standards. Monitor team performance, provide feedback, and hold team members accountable.
Train and mentor staff, interns, and volunteers fostering an inclusive, collaborative team environment.
Build a high-performance team through mentorship, skill development, and fostering a culture of accountability and collaboration.

ADMINISTRATIVE SUPPORT

Maintain organized and accurate records of program participants, schedules, attendance, and progress reports.
Assist in creating and distributing program materials, including applications, promotional content, training manuals, and educational resources.
Process and track program expenses, reimbursements, and invoices, ensuring alignment with grant requirements.
Schedule meetings, interviews, and training sessions for W.I.L.D. Program staff, participants, and stakeholders.
Manage program calendars, including event planning, deadlines, and team schedules.

PROGRAM COORDINATION

Assist in the recruitment process for W.I.L.D. Stewards by coordinating outreach to schools, community organizations, and other potential partner organizations.
Support the onboarding process for new participants, ensuring the completion of necessary forms, background checks, and orientation materials.
Coordinate transportation, meals, and supplies for program activities, field trips, and events.
Provide logistical support for outdoor experiences, public speaking events, and community engagement activities.

COMMUNICATION AND OUTREACH

Serve as the primary point of contact for W.I.L.D. participants, parents/guardians, and community partners.
Manage program correspondence, including emails, phone calls, and social media updates.
Assist with the development of content for program newsletters, blogs, and reports to highlight achievements and milestones.
Support public relations efforts by preparing presentations, event materials, and advocacy resources.
Collaborate with Education and Community Engagement staff to support program goals and initiatives.
Assist in training and mentoring W.I.L.D. Stewards in administrative and organizational skills.
Contribute ideas and feedback to improve program processes, activities, and participant experiences

GRANT COMPLIANCE AND REPORTING

Ensure compliance with grant and donor requirements by maintaining detailed records and documentation of program activities, outcomes, and expenditures.
Assist in the preparation of grant reports, summarizing program achievements, challenges, and financial updates.
Monitor budgets and expenditures, identifying opportunities for cost savings or reallocations as needed.

SAFETY AND COMPLIANCE

Monitor and maintain essential supplies.
Identify any potential safety hazards within the exhibit areas, including risks to both guests and animals.
Immediately report any safety issues to the appropriate department head, ensuring swift resolution and maintaining a safe environment for all visitors and staff.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Working knowledge of biological and environmental sciences required.
Demonstrated proactive approaches to problem-solving with strong decision-making capability
Emotional maturity.
Ability to work under general supervision and take initiative to solve problems without continual supervision.
Highly resourceful team-player, with the ability to also be extremely effective independently.
Proven ability to handle confidential information with discretion, be adaptable to various competing demands, and demonstrate the highest level of customer/client service and response.
Demonstrated ability to achieve high-performance goals and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Forward looking thinker, who actively seeks opportunities and proposes solutions.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment.
Ability to maintain accurate records and take notes.
Proven ability to build strong interpersonal relationships through respectful and empathetic communication
Good sense of accountability, strong dependability, and impeccable integrity.
Willingness to take on various responsibilities as needed.
Genuine passion for animals.
Embraces diversity and fosters an inclusive work environment.

KNOWLEDGE & TECHNICAL SKILLS

Languages: English
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and related software.
Proficient with virtual meeting platforms; MS Teams, Zoom and any other platforms.

REQUIRED EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

High School diploma or equivalent.
1+ years of experience with advanced administrative work or event planning.
Six (6) months experience supporting a program in education, science and/or environmental science or non-profit.

DESIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Bachelor's degree in biology, education, or environmental science, or related field.
Associate degree in youth development or related field; Training in vocational schools, or related on-the-job experience.
Previous teaching experience with youth in an informal learning center such as a zoo, museum, nature center, or parks department.

Additional Requirements:

Availability to accommodate a flexible schedule, including extended hours, holidays, and weekends.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Ability to consistently remain on your feet for 6-8 hour on shift.
Ability to work with a variety of animals including invertebrates, reptiles, birds, and mammals.
Requires hand-eye coordination and fine motor skills for tasks such as grasping, turning, and manipulating objects of varying size and weight.
Ability to lift, carry, and move objects up to 20 pounds.
Ability to walk, bend, kneel, crouch, crawl, climb, and reach.
Requires visual acuity for reading, writing, and observing surroundings, and auditory acuity for communication.

WORK CONDITIONS

Exposure to various weather conditions, including extreme heat, sunlight, cold, rain, snow, and wind.
Potential exposure to allergens (dust, animal dander, pollen, etc.), bloodborne pathogens, zoonotic diseases and injuries from animals.
Irregular work hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays are sometimes required.
Exposure to hazards such wildlife, waste, equipment, loud noises, chemicals, and heights.

TRAVEL EXPECTATIONS

Must maintain a valid driver’s license and clear driving record and be over age 18 to operate organizational vehicles.
May require travel locally to deliver educational programs at off-site community locations.

COMMITMENT TO JACKSONVILLE ZOO & GARDENS

Support Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens’ (JZG) mission and vision of “Connecting communities with wildlife and wild places,” to create “a vibrant community energized by a connection to nature that enriches lives and inspires all to preserve and protect our natural world.”
Live JZG’s values of:
- CULTURE: We strive to develop a collaborative culture where safety is the foundation driving our actions and interactions to create safe spaces and habitats through the cultivation of equity and well-being for all forms of life
- CONSERVATION: We commit to being proactive, emphasizing the urgency of environmental and sustainability challenges while fostering empathy, support and compassion towards our planet and its inhabitants
- EDUCATION: We recognize that every interaction is a learning and teaching opportunity that inspires change, enriches one another and our visitors, promotes accessibility, and connects our communities
- INNOVATION: We embrace the challenge to continuously grow and develop our organization, valuing creativity and diversity to support one another and remain relevant within our community

Please note that this is not intended to be an exhaustive list of responsibilities and that the requirements of the job are subject to change as required.

About JZG:

Inclusion, diversity, and equality as a value: At Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens, we recognize that an inclusive and healthy culture is paramount to our success. We aspire to be the employer of choice, where every team member feels valued and has the agency to contribute their unique skills and perspectives. Committed to our team’s wellbeing, we invest in providing exceptional benefits, fostering a collaborative work environment and creating opportunities for learning and growth. By prioritizing our people, we ensure that everyone thrives and contributes wholeheartedly to our mission of connecting our community to wildlife and wild places.
We are also proud to provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment regardless of a person's actual or perceived race, color, ancestry, national origin, place of birth, sex, age, religion, creed, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, weight, or height.
We are a Drug-Free workplace and participate in E-verify.
JZG is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities.

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WILD Engagement Assistant

Photographer Sales Associate- Jacksonville Zoo

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Park Services Associate (Custodian, Housekeeping, Part-Time)

Horticulture Technician 1-Part Time

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